Close Menu
Sirus Gaming
    • News Stories
    • Features
    • Reviews
    • Previews
    • Guide
    • Review Policy
    • Privacy Policy
    • Contact
    What's New in Sirus?
    Alien Rogue Incursion Evolved Edition Featured Image

    Alien Rogue Incursion Evolved Edition: Everything You Need to Know

    July 31, 2025
    7

    RoboCop Rogue City Unfinished Business – Review

    July 23, 2025
    WUCHANG Fallen Feathers Review Featured Image
    8

    WUCHANG Fallen Feathers – Review

    July 22, 2025
    Facebook X (Twitter) YouTube
    Sirus Gaming
    Sirus Gaming
    News Stories

    Xbox Series X 1TB Storage Uses Almost 200GB for System Files

    By Christian PepitoSeptember 29, 20202 Mins Read
    Share
    Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Email

    According to a certain media outlet, the upcoming next-gen console Xbox Series X uses quite a bit of space on the internal SSD for system files.

    IGN recently reported their hands-on preview with details about the Xbox Series X using about 198GB of the internal SSD’s space. It uses it for the operating system and the essential system files that could run all of the hardware properly.

    Microsoft did offer consumers to buy the 1TB expansion for both Xbox Series X and S. It costs quite a bit, which is almost the price of the Xbox Series S. Also the consoles will be using about 80GB of any storage that will be used for expansion for system files and OS-related files as well. So there is no escape.

    IGN did offer a suggestion. Consumers should just buy a cheaper USB 3.1 external hard drive to store the next-gen games they are not playing. When they feel like it, they can then transfer those files to the Xbox Series X/S and transfer the other game files that are needed. There is also no need to worry of the transfer speed since the NVME SSD and USB 3.1 drives are quite quick.

    To prove that point, Venturebeat revealed that transferring the Assassin’s Creed: Origins game from external USB 3.0 only took eight minutes to finish. It also said that the external hard drives are not actually fast enough to play the next-gen games. Players will need to transfer them to the internal storage in order to properly play it.

    Xbox Series S/X will launch on Nov. 10.

    Thanks VG247!

    Share. Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Email
    Christian Pepito

    Meet our dedicated gaming news writer, a true aficionado of hardcore JRPGs, PS1 Classics, and the thrill of stealth-action games. He enjoys playing the games he collects, friendly or competitive tabletop card games, and is constantly on the quest for the ultimate ramen experience.

    Related Posts

    Sonic Racing Crossworlds Adds Numerous SEGA Icons to The Roster

    June 9, 2025

    Gears of War Reloaded Brings The Series to All Major Consoles

    June 9, 2025

    Outer Worlds 2 Reveals New Gameplay At Xbox Game Showcase 2025

    June 8, 2025
    Sirus Exclusives
    Rogue Flight Best On Rails Shooter Never Heard Of Featured Image

    Rogue Flight is the Best On-Rails Shooter You’ve Never Heard Of

    July 21, 2025
    10 GOG Dreamlist Games You May Want to Support Featured Image

    10 GOG Dreamlist Games You May Want to Support

    June 3, 2025
    Onimusha 2 Samurai's Destiny First Impressions Featured Image

    Onimusha 2 Samurai’s Destiny – Hands-On Impressions

    April 22, 2025

    5 Mecha Anime Making Their Debut In Super Robot Wars Y

    April 22, 2025
    About Us
    About Us

    Sirus Gaming is a team of passionate gamers delivering the latest news, reviews, and insights on the gaming industry.

    Find us on OpenCritic, and we're proud to have been a voting jury in The Game Awards since 2022.

    Contact us: [email protected]

    Check Our Reviews
    7

    RoboCop Rogue City Unfinished Business – Review

    July 23, 2025
    WUCHANG Fallen Feathers Review Featured Image
    8

    WUCHANG Fallen Feathers – Review

    July 22, 2025
    9

    Superman (2025) – Review

    July 10, 2025
    Exclusive Content
    Rogue Flight Best On Rails Shooter Never Heard Of Featured Image

    Rogue Flight is the Best On-Rails Shooter You’ve Never Heard Of

    July 21, 2025
    10 GOG Dreamlist Games You May Want to Support Featured Image

    10 GOG Dreamlist Games You May Want to Support

    June 3, 2025
    Onimusha 2 Samurai's Destiny First Impressions Featured Image

    Onimusha 2 Samurai’s Destiny – Hands-On Impressions

    April 22, 2025
    Facebook X (Twitter) YouTube
    • Privacy Policy
    • Review Policy
    • Contact
    © 2025 Sirus Gaming. Designed by Sirus Media Digital.

    Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.