GeForce NOW vs Xbox Cloud Gaming

GeForce NOW streams PC games from the cloud to supported devices. Users connect supported game stores and subscriptions to stream games they already own; listed stores include Steam, Epic, GOG, PC Game Pass and Ubisoft Connect. More than 4,500 PC games are available to stream, and cloud downloads and updates let play start without waiting for those tasks on the device. Supported devices include Windows, macOS, ChromeOS, Linux, web browsers, Android, iPhone and iPad, handhelds, SHIELD TV, select smart TVs, Android TV, Fire TV and VR headsets. The free plan provides ad-supported access with basic cloud gaming rigs. Performance costs $9.99 a month and includes 100 hours of monthly playtime, up to 1440p and 60 FPS. Ultimate costs $19.99 a month and includes 100 hours, up to 5K and 120 FPS. Premium members can jump to the front of the queue. Ultimate also lists up to 360 FPS in demanding games and up to 90 FPS streaming to Steam Deck through its native client. Performance and Ultimate include Install-to-Play, which adds more than 2,000 games.

Xbox Cloud Gaming streams games to supported devices including Xbox consoles, Windows PCs, Macs, Chromebooks, handhelds, Steam Deck, Android devices, iPhone, iPad, smart TVs, streaming devices, and Meta Quest. It is out of beta and included with Essential, Premium, and Ultimate subscriptions. The listed monthly cloud-play limits are five hours for Essential, ten for Premium, and fifteen for Ultimate, though another Essential plan listing specifies unlimited cloud gaming. More than two thirds of the Game Pass library is enabled for cloud streaming, and some games outside Game Pass can be streamed when owned. The service is listed in 29 countries, including India, with a maximum streaming resolution of 1440p. Progress is saved and shared across platforms, and Premium subscribers receive priority access. Official Xbox controllers, partner controllers, and verified third-party controllers are supported; many compatible games also accept mouse and keyboard or touch input. Android, iOS, and iPadOS use browser streaming. A connection of at least 20 Mbps is recommended for stable gaming. Premium costs $14.99 a month after a $1.00 trial for 14 days.