Which Xbox is the newest?

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If you've been tasked with buying an Xbox either for yourself or as a gift, but aren't quite sure which Xbox is the newest, then you've come to the right place. It's admittedly easy for Xbox's obtuse naming conventions to trip up consumers who aren't as tech-savvy or as in the know, so we're here to make sure you don't accidentally end up buying the wrong model.

Over the last decade, we've had several different Xbox models launch, all at varying price points and nomenclature to better tell them apart from other models. We feel Microsoft could have done a better job at the naming system for its consoles, though, especially if you're new to Xbox in general and don't understand what consoles came before the latest systems.

If you're feeling a bit lost when trying to figure out which Xbox is the newest, fear not. The following guide will walk you through not only the latest Xbox models but also the older ones that you may wish to avoid if you're shopping for the latest and greatest consoles Microsoft has to offer.

A decade ago, there weren't all that many Xbox consoles to worry about. Now, though, the number of Xbox models available on the market has increased exponentially. As such, for more casual buyers, finding out which Xbox is the newest can seem like a bit of a minefield.

First up is the original Xbox One, which launched in 2013, and is the oldest model featured in this guide. A few years later, Microsoft launched improved versions of that console — the Xbox One S and Xbox One X. 

The Xbox One S was comparable to the original Xbox One in terms of specs but was a more compact machine than its bulky predecessor and was more easily identifiable thanks to its white aesthetic. There was also an Xbox One S All-Digital console, a