Processor and Graphics: The Xbox One will be powered by an 8-core AMD CPU that is custom built for the Xbox One hardware. The processor core has been developed using a 28nm technology to minimize heat and power consumption used, but will require more power  then is predecessor the Xbox 360.  The graphics processing unit (GPU) will incorporate a DirectX 11.1 capable GPU with 32mb of ESRAM memory.

Storage and Media: Xbox One hardware will use a 500GB Hard-Drive and use a Blu-ray/DVD combo drive that is similar to the Playstaton 3.

Memory (RAM): The Xbox One will use 8GB of DDR3.

Network/Video Connection: Gigabit Ethernet port, USB3 and HDMI 1.4 standard.

Operating System: XBOX OS for Games. Custom Windows 8 version for other tasks such as Skype and apps downloaded from the XBOX Store.