Xbox Series X vs Series S: What's the difference?

If you've been shopping for new PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X, the latest flagship consoles from Sony and Microsoft, respectively, you've no doubt noticed they're almost impossible to track down. But if you're looking in the Xbox corner, it's important to note that Microsoft has another current-gen gaming console--the all-digital Xbox Series S. The Series S is not only easier to find right now, it's also quite similar to the Series X in many ways for $200 less. Amongst Xbox gamers, holding out for the powerful Series X or springing for the more affordable Series S has been a point of debate. Amongst parents, it's been a point of confusion. Microsoft even has a "Help Me Choose" tool to help illustrate the differences.