Microsoft Xbox One S With 4K Gaming Support Is the Smallest Ever

The latest gaming console from Microsoft will let you play games in 4K at high frame rates.

Microsoft officially confirmed on Monday that a slimmer version of its gaming machine Xbox One will be launched in August.

Dubbed the Xbox One S, the new console will be 40 percent smaller than the existing Xbox One. Microsoft claims this is the smallest gaming machine the company has ever produced.

Introducing the new Xbox One S, featuring 4K Ultra HD video, streamlined controller, and more. #XboxE3https://t.co/CWuG5QEeF7

— Xbox (@Xbox) June 13, 2016

According to Microsoft, this is “the sleekest, most advanced Xbox ever” with 4K Ultra HD video support and High Dynamic Range capabilities for both gaming and video. The new Xbox One S also comes with a slightly redesigned controller, featuring textured grip, increased wireless range and Bluetooth support.

The most powerful console ever. Holiday 2017. https://t.co/OdNWVEomf8 #XboxE3https://t.co/I9TjkQADhR

— Xbox (@Xbox) June 14, 2016

The company also announced another new console, Project Scorpio, which comes with VR capabilities and allows gaming in 4K.

The console will be backwards compatible with both the Xbox One and Xbox One S.