What actually works with Xbox Series X|S over HDMI

AudioQuest explicitly lists Xbox Series X gaming features including 4K120, VRR, ALLM and QFT for Pearl 48.

The active cable is not bidirectional: connect Xbox Series source equipment to SOURCE and the TV to DISPLAY; update LG 8K or 4K@120Hz TV firmware.

LG explicitly lists Xbox Series for the exact 27GR93U-B monitor. Full high-refresh operation depends on the console HDMI output mode and the display HDMI 2.1 capabilities.

Corsair documents this exact Xeneon Flex monitor with Xbox Series X|S at 1440p output. The console must be configured for that resolution; the article does not claim native 4K output.

MSI explicitly names Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S for the exact MPG 341CQPX QD-OLED. This evidence does not confirm PS5, and available console modes depend on the monitor HDMI configuration.

ASUS explicitly names Xbox Series X and S for VRR on the ROG Strix XG49WCR. HDMI resolution, refresh rate, and VRR availability remain subject to the console output mode.

MSI's exact-model manual names Xbox Series X|S in Console Mode. Available resolution, refresh rate, VRR, and HDR still depend on the console settings and firmware.

Outputs 1440p120 successfully, but enabling HDR on the console can cause flickering lines and visual noise, requiring full HDR deactivation.

MSI explicitly lists Xbox Series X|S in Console Mode and states support for 120 Hz at QHD 2K. This does not promise 4K120 output.

ASUS lists Full HD and 1440p output at 120Hz with VRR on Xbox Series X/S for this exact VG27WQ1B monitor.

Dell explicitly lists the exact AW2523HF with Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S. Confirmed console modes depend on the monitor input, resolution, refresh rate, HDR, and VRR limits documented in Dell’s compatibility table.

Users validated excellent sync for gaming and working, supporting the required standards (4K120) on the Microsoft console.

ASUS specifically documents Xbox Series X gaming up to 4K at 120 Hz with variable refresh rate on this monitor.

ASUS' own site states HDMI 2.1 supports native 4K 120Hz gaming without chroma subsampling (4:4:4) on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X.

BenQ's own spec page: "Xbox Series X 1440p / 16:9 / 120 Hz... can reach 1440p@120Hz."

Reviewers highlight that it successfully outputs 1440p for Xbox consoles, taking advantage of the native resolution.

Xbox is listed by Arzopa as compatible. Connect the console over HDMI and provide separate USB-C power to the portable monitor.

The manufacturer specifically markets this 1080p OLED as a good match for Xbox Series S, whose native output is 1080p — the small screen keeps the image sharp despite the lower resolution.

MSI names Xbox Series X and S with the exact MAG 271QPX QD-OLED. The documented behavior is HDMI CEC and automatic mode selection, not a guarantee of every resolution or refresh mode.

MSI names Xbox Series X and S with the exact MAG 271QPX QD-OLED E2. This evidence covers HDMI console connection and automatic modes, not separate PlayStation 5 compatibility.

MSI lists Xbox support for VRR on this exact model. Resolution, HDR, VRR, and refresh rate still depend on the console configuration and game.

Acer documents Xbox Series X at UHD, WQHD, or FHD up to 120Hz with VRR through one HDMI cable.

Acer names Xbox Series X for the X34 V3, but HDMI is limited to 3440 by 1440 at 100Hz on this monitor.

Manufacturer's own compatibility table: "Xbox Series X and S. Refresh Rate: 120Hz."

Manufacturer's own compatibility table: "Xbox Series X and S. Refresh Rate: 120Hz."

Manufacturer's own table: "Xbox Series X and S Refresh Rate: 120Hz."

ViewSonic explicitly lists Xbox compatibility and links specific 120Hz setup guidance for Xbox Series X/S.

Philips documents an Xbox game mode for this monitor; HDMI is limited to 5120 by 1440 at 60Hz, below the DisplayPort maximum.

Connect Xbox Series X|S to 4K X HDMI In, then connect its USB output to the computer; USB 3.2 Gen 1 reduces capture resolution.

Connect Xbox Series X|S to HDMI In and the display to HDMI Out; a DSC display may limit passthrough to 4K120.

HDCP-protected signals cannot be used through the HD60 X HDMI input when capturing Xbox Series X|S.

AVerMedia’s official platform matrix includes GC551G2 for Xbox Series X; verify the console video mode against the capture setup.

Genki’s official setup guide names Xbox Series X as a console connection for ShadowCast 2 Pro.

A user on r/xbox reports connecting their Xbox Series X directly to a monitor via the ShadowCast 2 without issues.

UGREEN lists Xbox as compatible when HDCP is disabled. The card accepts HDMI input up to 4K but captures at 1080p60, so protected streaming apps and Blu-ray cannot be captured.

The manufacturer lists this exact model with Xbox Series support; protected HDMI content requires the console protection setting to allow capture.

The manufacturer lists this exact model with Xbox Series support; protected HDMI content requires the console protection setting to allow capture.

The decoder cannot process VRR signals encoded in YCbCr 4:2:0 chroma — on Xbox specifically, the "Allow YCC 4:2:2" setting must be manually enabled or the image is lost entirely while VRR is active.

ClonerAlliance documents 4K60 passthrough for Xbox Series X/S on the exact CA-989UP, while standalone 4K recording remains capped below 60fps.

The manufacturer lists this exact model with Xbox Series support; protected HDMI content requires the console protection setting to allow capture.

Manufacturer documentation confirms capture compatibility, though exact resolution/refresh limits depend on the specific setup.

AVerMedia confirms 4K60 HDR10 passthrough with Xbox Series X and 1440p120 HDR10 with Series X or Series S. Capture remains limited to 4K30 or 1440p60.

Manufacturer's official step-by-step guide covers capturing and streaming Xbox Series gameplay via the HDMI IN and USB II ports.

Manufacturer-stated native compatibility with 4K passthrough and full party chat voice mix recording.

Manufacturer-documented native 4K60 HDR10 with zero-latency loop-out while capturing the stream.

Connect the Xbox Series X to GC575 HDMI input and use HDMI 2.1 mode for 120 Hz or 144 Hz signals; without a pass-through monitor, preview may fail due to HDMI signal-mode mismatch.

Elgato lists Xbox Series X/S as supported HDMI sources. The card requires installation in a Windows PC with an available PCIe x4, x8, or x16 slot.

Confirmed stable capture at 4K UHD 60fps, extracting uncompressed 10-bit 4:2:2 video from the Xbox Series X HDMI output into Desktop Video / OBS Studio.

Official compatibility matrices validate extracting the unencrypted Xbox Series X signal, permitting fluid 1080p60 capture.