Can you play 4K games on Xbox One S All-Digital?
For 4K, you need an Xbox One X
The Xbox One S All-Digital console sports near-identical internals to that of the regular Xbox One S, the only major difference being the removal of the disc drive. Owing to its dated computational hardware, the Xbox One S consoles can only manage outputs of up to 1080p (although realistically, it often outputs lower than that too).
The Xbox One X, however, has far more powerful graphical capabilities, not only allowing games to hit 4K UHD resolutions, but also baking in tons of additional visual benefits including improved details, textures, and lighting. Of course, you'll pay more for the privilege, around $200 more (opens in new tab) in fact.
The Xbox One S All-Digital console is ultimately aimed at newcomers to the ecosystem, offering the lowest RRP entry point to the Xbox game library. It also comes with digital codes for Sea of Thieves, Forza Horizon 3, and Minecraft, making it a compelling gift option for youngsters or loved ones who aren't particularly interested in making use of the UHD Blu-ray player that comes with the regular Xbox One S.
The Xbox One X comes with a UHD Blu-ray player, with no "discless" option on the horizon, at least for the time being. So if you want the 4K capabilities and the Blu-ray player, you'll want to stick with the Xbox One X.
Ditch the discs
The Xbox One S All-Digital is a driveless option for those who want maximum affordability at the cost of extraneous features.
The world's most powerful
It's not on the cheaper end of the cost scale but the Xbox One X makes up for it by being the world's most powerful games console, complete with the ability to play UHD Blu-ray discs and 4K games.
