Top Xbox Series X Tips to Enhance Your Gaming Experience

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If you're rocking an Xbox Series X, you’ve already got one of the most powerful consoles on the market. But are you really using it to its full potential? As a longtime gaming tech enthusiast and advisor to console buyers, I've tested every feature, tweaked countless settings, and seen what actually makes a difference in real-world play. Let’s dive into some pro-level tips that’ll seriously upgrade your experience—no fluff, just results.

1. Enable Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM)

This one setting can reduce input lag by up to 40ms on compatible TVs. Go to Settings > General > TV & Display Options > HDMI > ALLM and turn it on. It automatically switches your TV to ‘Game Mode’ when you launch a game. Simple, but huge for competitive titles like Halo Infinite or Call of Duty.

2. Use Quick Resume Like a Pro

The Xbox Series X can save multiple games in suspend mode. Instead of reloading from scratch, jump between 3–5 games instantly. But here’s the catch: it works best with SSD storage. If you’re using an external HDD, performance drops. Check this comparison:

Storage Type	Quick Resume Speed	Reliability
Xbox SSD (Internal)	✅ Instant (2-3 sec)	⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
NVMe SSD (Official)	✅ Instant	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
External HDD	⚠️ 10–15 sec delay	⭐⭐☆☆☆

Pro tip: Reserve Quick Resume for your top 3 games. More than that? The system may dump older states.

3. Optimize Your Resolution Settings

Many players leave their resolution on ‘Auto,’ but manually setting it can improve clarity. If you have a 4K TV, force 4K output even if the game uses dynamic resolution. Path of Exile runs at 30fps in 4K—but looks sharper than 60fps at 1440p. Here’s how to set it:

Go to Settings > Video Output > Resolution
Select 2160p (4K)

4. Upgrade Storage with Compatible NVMe Drives

The internal 1TB SSD fills up fast—modern games like Forza Horizon 5 take over 100GB. Expand wisely. Not all SSDs work. Microsoft only supports specific heatsink-less NVMe drives. Here’s a shortlist:

Seagate Storage Expansion Card (2TB) – Official, plug-in ready
Samsung 980 Pro (with heatsink removed)
WD Black SN850 (modified for size)

Yes, it’s pricey, but loading times drop from 20 seconds to under 2. That’s next-gen.

5. Leverage Game Pass & Smart Delivery

One of the biggest hidden perks? Xbox Game Pass titles auto-upgrade via Smart Delivery. Buy once, play optimized on Series X. No more paying twice. Over 70% of new releases support this feature as of 2024.