Xbox Series X
$499.99
Powerful 4K gaming with fast load times, quiet operation, and broad backward compatibility, though storage is limited.
Four-Generation Compatibility
90
Gaming Consoles
12 products, ranked by score
Odin 2
$249
Powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 handheld with long battery life and precise controls, though some battery and Wi-Fi issues remain.
Flagship Emulation Power
89
PlayStation 5 Console
$389.99
Lightning-fast load times and immersive DualSense haptics deliver next-gen gaming, with some storage and size trade-offs.
DualSense Haptic Feedback
89
Switch OLED Model
$299.99
Vibrant 7-inch OLED screen and sturdy kickstand enhance handheld play, with modest upgrades overall.
Seven-Inch OLED Display
88
Steam Deck OLED
$480
Vibrant 7.4" HDR OLED display and solid performance with improved battery life, ideal for portable PC gaming.
HDR OLED Display
87
Steam Machine (2026)
$1,049
Console-style, upgradeable 4K-upscaling PC with smart cooling—promising but price/VRAM limits.
Upgradeable Living-Room PC
84
ROG Ally X
$729.99
Powerful Ryzen performance and long battery life boost portability, but Windows quirks persist.
80Wh Battery
82
PlayStation 5 Pro Console
$649.99
Powerful 4K performance and faster load times impress enthusiasts, but high price limits appeal.
PSSR Upscaling Fidelity
81
Switch 2
$449
Sharper display and stronger performance enhance gameplay, though battery life and price temper excitement.
Hybrid Gaming Versatility
80
Legion Go S Gen 1
$649.99
Vibrant 8-inch 120Hz display and strong SteamOS performance impress, but battery and price limit appeal.
Eight-Inch VRR Display
78
2S Handheld Gaming Console
$999.99
Powerful Ryzen 7 performance and vibrant display impress, but battery and heat limit appeal.
Hall-Effect Controls
75
3 Handheld Gaming Console
$935.95
Desktop-class power and modular controls impress, but battery life and software need work.
Swappable Magic Modules
74