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Xbox Series X (1TB): new vs used
What a used or refurbished Xbox Series X (1TB) costs compared with buying it new, and the checks worth doing before you pay.
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Used price spread on eBay
Before you buy a used Xbox Series X (1TB)
- Confirm it is the disc model, not the all-digital edition
- Test the disc drive with a game or Blu-ray movie
- Check that the seller's Microsoft account is removed
- Look for heavy dust in the top vent
- Make sure the controller connects and has no stick drift
New, used or refurbished?
Buy new if you want the full warranty, a guaranteed battery and an easy return, or if the used saving shown above is small. Buy used when the gap is large and the seller has strong feedback and a return policy. Refurbished sits in the middle: a few dollars more than used, usually with a warranty and a tested unit.
For the full Amazon vs eBay picture, including new prices and the price history, see the Xbox Series X (1TB) price comparison.
Questions
How much cheaper is a used Xbox Series X (1TB)?
The calculator on this page compares the cheapest new price with the median used price on eBay from the latest daily check. The saving moves with the market, so check the date shown next to the numbers.
Is refurbished better than used for the Xbox Series X (1TB)?
Refurbished units are usually inspected and come with a seller or program warranty, so they cost a little more than plain used ones. If the price gap is small, refurbished is often the safer buy.