Yes, identical. “Xbox Gold” is shorthand for “Xbox Live Gold.” Microsoft rebranded to “Xbox Game Pass Core” (Sept 2023) but the legacy name persists.
| Name | Price | Key Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | F2P MP only, no monthly games |
| Game Pass Core (ex-Gold) | $10/mo / $60/yr | Paid MP + 25-game catalog + discounts |
| Game Pass Ultimate | $17/mo | Core + PC GP + Cloud + EA Play + Perks |
If you have an “Xbox Live Gold” code – it still redeems to Game Pass Core.