How to connect Xbox One X/Series X to Samsung Smart TV

Learn how to connect Xbox One X and Series X to your Samsung Smart TV with optimal settings for 4K, HDR, and 120Hz gaming.

To connect your Xbox One X or Series X to a Samsung Smart TV, ensure you use the correct HDMI port, enable 4K and HDR settings, and configure your TV's input signal for optimal gaming performance.

1. How to connect Xbox One X and Series X to a Samsung Smart TV?

Follow these steps to connect your Xbox console to a Samsung Smart TV:

1. Connect the power cable to the console and plug it into a power outlet.
2. Use an HDMI cable to connect the HDMI OUT port on the Xbox to an HDMI IN port on your TV. For the best 4K 120Hz performance, connect to the HDMI IN port labeled with a Game icon.
3. Turn on both your TV and Xbox. Press the Home button on your TV remote and select your Xbox from the Source menu.

- Note: 4K 120Hz support may vary depending on your TV model.

2. How to enable 4K and HDR on Xbox One X and Series X?

If your TV is 4K UHD, the Xbox should detect it automatically. If not, follow these steps:

1. Press the Xbox button on your controller to open the guide.
2. Navigate to Settings > Display & Sound.
3. Select Video Output and ensure Auto-detect is enabled.
4. Enable Allow 4K and Allow HDR under Video Modes.

3. How to optimize your Samsung TV for gaming?

Ensure your TV's Input Signal Plus settings are activated for enhanced gaming performance:

1. Go to Settings on your TV.
2. Select General > External Device Manager.
3. Choose Input Signal Plus and select the HDMI port connected to your Xbox.

- Note: For models before 2018, HDMI UHD Color represents Input Signal Plus.

4. Supported Samsung Galaxy devices

This guide applies to Samsung Smart TVs released in 2018 and later. Ensure your TV supports 4K UHD and HDR for optimal Xbox performance.

5. Additional things to check

- Verify HDMI UHD Color is enabled on your TV for 4K recognition.

- Ensure your Xbox and TV are on the latest firmware versions.

6. Related Samsung support topics

- How to optimize Samsung Smart TV settings for gaming

- How to troubleshoot HDMI connectivity issues on Samsung TVs

- How to enable HDR on Samsung Smart TVs