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Microsoft Xbox 360

 

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  • User Score (8491)
    8.2 8.2 from 8491 reviewers
  • Expert Score (43)
    8.3 8.3 from 43 reviewers
  • Design (173)
    7.3 7.3 from 173 reviewers
  • Value for money (285)
    6.8 6.8 from 285 reviewers
  • Features (72)
    7.2 7.2 from 72 reviewers
  • Ease of use (233)
    7.5 7.5 from 233 reviewers
  • Performance (157)
    7.6 7.6 from 157 reviewers
  • Sound quality (3)
    7.7 7.7 from 3 reviewers
  • Picture quality (17)
    7.6 7.6 from 17 reviewers
  • Gameplay (2)
    8.4 8.4 from 2 reviewers
  • Graphics (317)
    8.3 8.3 from 317 reviewers
  • Sound (218)
    8.2 8.2 from 218 reviewers
  • Control (3)
    7.7 7.7 from 3 reviewers
  • Durability (29)
    8.1 8.1 from 29 reviewers
  • Reliability (28)
    8.5 8.5 from 28 reviewers
  • Overall quality (34)
    7.8 7.8 from 34 reviewers
  • Playability (4)
    8.9 8.9 from 4 reviewers
  • Installation (36)
    8.5 8.5 from 36 reviewers
  • Video quality (3)
    7.1 7.1 from 3 reviewers
  • Compatibility (2)
    8.0 8.0 from 2 reviewers
  • Noise (29)
    6.6 6.6 from 29 reviewers
  • Functionality (44)
    5.8 5.8 from 44 reviewers
  • Ease of setup (2)
    8.0 8.0 from 2 reviewers
  • Speed performance (224)
    8.1 8.1 from 224 reviewers
  • Equipment (3)
    7.1 7.1 from 3 reviewers
  • Usability (29)
    7.3 7.3 from 29 reviewers
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  • Expert Reviews

  1. Digitaltrends

    Digitaltrends
    8.5/10
    22 November 2005

    The next-generation of gaming is here, and Microsoft is first to the party. Should you buy the Xb0x 360 now or hold out for the Playstation 3? Read on to find out! Read more

    • HD Content; User interface; Mass market appeal; Seamless online connectivity
    • High price point; Needs a killer app; Demands an HDTV; Dodgy backwards compatibility

  2. PC Magazine

    PC Magazine
    9.0/10
    21 November 2005

    Xbox 360 sets a new standard in console gaming with high-definition video and surround-sound audio. The Design of the main console is impressive, and setup is effortless, although poorly documented. Read more

    • Gorgeous graphics and immersive audio provide a splendidly realistic gaming experience. Capable of using wireless controllers right out of the box. Excellent media management and playback. Great collection of launch titles.
    • Another bulky console from Microsoft. Game prices increase to $59.99.

  3. Electronics Made Easy

    Electronics Made Easy
    8.0/10
    28 October 2009

    The Xbox 360 Elite also comes with an improved wireless controller with rechargeable batteries, an HDMI cable and an Ethernet cable. While the ultimate decision on which game console to buy will probably come down to features... Read more

  4. Wired

    Wired
    5 November 2007

    Three years after the first shots were fired in Console War VI, Xbox 360 is winning the fight with the only weapons that really count: the deepest game library around and the most fulfilling online experience via Xbox Live. Read more

    • Multiplayer matchmaking fills your social void with 12 million friends. Streams media from your PC.
    • Premium Xbox Live account costs 50 clams a year. Clunky UI is terrible for navigating long lists of media.

  5. Home Theater

    Home Theater
    8.8/10
    22 March 2007

    I wouldn't recommend that the HD DVD–curious buy the Xbox 360 and this supplemental drive instead of a standalone player, but it does provide extraordinary gaming and multimedia options. Read more

  6. CNET

    CNET
    8.0/10
    15 October 2008

    Now that Blu-ray has become the pre-eminent high-definition standard for discs, the Xbox 360 has yet to support it, but it still remains an excellent game console with a superior game library and online experience. Read more

    • All games in high-definition; easy-to-use Dashboard interface; excellent online gaming and communications via Xbox Live; plays hundreds of (but not all) original Xbox titles; doubles as a superior digital media hub and Win...
    • No support for next-generation HD discs, like Blu-ray; early versions of the console prone to "red ring of death" system crash; online gaming require a paid subscription to Xbox Live.

  7. fwd.channel5.com

    8.0/10
    22 September 2008

    Despite its hardware issues, the Xbox 360 is the best of the current gen consoles when it comes to pure, hardcore gaming. It’s got the best online service and the best selection of games - and throws in some strong media... Read more

    • The Xbox 360 boasts a huge library of games, with several essentials titles in every conceivable genre. The crisp HD graphics are eye-poppingly impressive - even more so than on the supposedly more powerful PS3 - while 5.1...
    • It’s a shame that the 360’s reliability and build quality doesn’t match its graphical and online talents. It’s well known that the machine itself has been plagued with overheating problems (although Microsoft’s three-year ...

  8. CNET

    CNET
    8.0/10
    4 November 2010

    You'll need plenty of space to use Microsoft's Kinect motion-gaming system, but it's just about the most fun you can have with your hands free. Read more

    • Fantastic fun, Simple, accessible gameplay, Easy set-up, Impressive motion-tracking technology
    • Demands plenty of space, Tracking is often glitchy, Two player maximum at launch, Expensive

  9. etechreviews.net

    etechreviews.net
    1 January 2010

    We always thought that Xbox 360 was made by Microsoft because it looked at Sony’s play station consoles as substitutes for computers and not to mention the great gaming experience. Read more

  10. Macworld UK

    Macworld UK
    8.0/10
    5 October 2007

    e were fascinated to compare Microsoft and Apple set-top philosophies. Based on looks, the Xbox 360 loses out immediately; it’s like a desktop PC from the 1990s, and yes, appearances matter if it’s going to live in your... Read more

    • Versatile connection options to TV, CD and DVD playback, removable hard drive, good integration of media capabilities into a ‘gaming’ console
    • Ethernet connection, requires third-party application for iTunes support, it’s ugly, hilariously large mains power brick, noisy fan

  • User Reviews

  1. A little better than the original

    Bestbuy
    8.0/10
    Reviewer: oggamer2, Bestbuy
    23 September 2011

    I love this game console... I have always been a little late to the game as far as the newest game technology, but it allows me to experience great gameplay and games without the high initial investment. Read more

    • Easy to use, great gaming graphics
    • None found yet

  2. Just as good as I expected.

    Amazon
    10/10
    Reviewer: Macintrasher, Amazon
    4 days ago See Product at Amazon ($299.99)

    Just as I expected it to be, this thing works great with my wireless controller. Surprisingly, it's a black receiver, which I didn't know they had, but I don't care, as long as it works. Read more or see product

  3. Most Expensive Decoration

    Newegg
    8.0/10
    Reviewer: Moo, Newegg
    29 October 2011

    I am a PC gamer and this thing is pretty much a paperweight for me. I got it to play Co-Op games with my friends, but were usually on PC now days anyway Read more

    • It plays games, online functionality, Looks "Sexy" compared to original Models, bigger HDD than older models.
    • The actual hardware of this is fine it works, however the new systems GUI if you connect to the internet is full of ads released by Micro$oft about their up coming games and services.

  4. "Get a PS3 or PC, worse investment than boat."

    CNET
    1.0/10
    Reviewer: ChromeIndustry, CNET
    7 August 2011

    More and more of my friends have a PC hooked up to a 42" TV that does all this for FREE after you buy the system. No per month charge to play online (PS3/Sony is FREE+Blueray player built in), aftermarket content is FREE,... Read more

    • Easy to setup, box matches easily with other electronics. Where is the internet browser though? I bought a $60 keyboard for it!
    • Microsoft is greedy for your money. Everything after the $300 initial investment is bought incrementally in Microsoft points, GOLD status (no online gaming without!), you must have Windows7 on a connected PC to watch downl...

  5. Microsoft Xbox 360 Halo 3 Special Edition: The lean mean green machine

    8.0/10
    Reviewer: Gr8ful, epinions.com
    2 weeks ago

    I have been an avid computer gamer for many years and always thought I didn&#146t need or want a con Read more

    • HDMI 1080p, Optical audio 5.1, wireless controller, rechargeable battery pack
    • No Halo 3 game!

  6. Absolutely Amazing!

    Vanns
    10/10
    Reviewer: Colton S., Vanns
    22 April 2011

    I was a PS fan for my whole life until i came to college and realized that all of my real-life friends have x360. So I finally caved in so that I could game with them even though i frequently play with strangers that I meet... Read more

  7. gdgt

    gdgt
    9.0/10
    Reviewer: mattharms, gdgt
    28 August 2011

    Just like most other people that have/had one of these, I got this when the debate between HD and Blu-Ray formats were still battling it out. I have five or six movies for this and will likely never buy any more. Read more

  8. Coolest of the COOL game consoles!

    PhotoAlley.com
    8.0/10
    Reviewer: The Camster, PhotoAlley.com
    2 January 2009

    I am a sports fanatic. My group of friends and I like we can all play at my house or interact via the internet. The silver membership is awesome. The graphics, sound, and ease of access to play are the best. Read more

    • Best console ever, Best graphics, Best play, Best sound, Can't say enough, Gameplay, Graphics, Great Sound, Xbox elite ROCKS
    • CONS, HAVEN'T FOUND ANY CONS

  9. Xbox 360 elite

    Pricerunner
    4.0/10
    Reviewer: #######, Pricerunner
    15 April 2009

    a good console for the money you pay the fan sounds like it cost 10p and at is quite likely that it will get the red rings of death. Read more

    • Its a cheap alternative to a ps3. live is good
    • not as good as a ps3. graphics can't touch the ps3's.

  10. CNET

    CNET
    8.0/10
    Reviewer: Craig Beatles Stothers, CNET
    24 November 2011

    I have had one now for about 6 months and it is really good as I got it with my 250gb xbox and it simply plugged into the socket in the back of the xbox with the orange bar on it. Read more

    • Tracks you quick, better than the old xbox camera, good if you like dance games
    • Expensive, you need a lot of space (e.g big bedroom or lounge), can sometimes glitch, voice control isn't that great

  • WikiFreak Description

Microsoft Xbox 360

Microsoft Xbox 360 is a video game console manufactured by Microsoft and co-developed with IBM, ATI and SiS. This is the second video game console produced by Microsoft in the Xbox series. It was released for the public on November 22, 2005.

Features

The Xbox 360 is built with 3.2 GHz PowerPC Tri-Core Xenon and storage capacity of 20, 60 or 120 GB hard drive; and 64, 256 or 512 MB memory cards depending on the model. It is equipped with 500 MHz ATI Xenos as its graphic provid…

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Microsoft Xbox 360

Microsoft Xbox 360 is a video game console manufactured by Microsoft and co-developed with IBM, ATI and SiS. This is the second video game console produced by Microsoft in the Xbox series. It was released for the public on November 22, 2005.

Features

The Xbox 360 is built with 3.2 GHz PowerPC Tri-Core Xenon and storage capacity of 20, 60 or 120 GB hard drive; and 64, 256 or 512 MB memory cards depending on the model. It is equipped with 500 MHz ATI Xenos as its graphic provider. The Xbox 360 enables up to 4 wired or wireless or combination of either controllers. In term of connectivity, it connects via 3 × USB 2.0, IR port and 100 Mbit Ethernet with add-on of Wifi 802.11a/b/g. In addition, the GUI uses the Twist UI (used in Windows Media Center, Zune). The Blade interface is still used in the new Xbox Guide. It allows user to do everything from the Dashboard itself, whether it’s ejecting a disk or browsing the Marketplace, thus making it easier to navigate throughout the system. Plus, it also features the ability to install games from the disk to the hard drive, reducing load times and disk drive noise. The update requires at least 128MB free space on either a memory card or a hard drive. The Xbox 360 supports videos in .wmv-format, as well as high-definition .wmv-videos, H.264, MPEG-4, and PlaysForSure WMV videos. Music, photos and videos can be played from standard USB mass storage devices, Xbox 360 proprietary storage devices (such as memory cards or Xbox 360 hard drives), and servers or computers with Windows Media Center or Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or higher within the local-area network in streaming mode.

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  • Manufacturer's Description

Xbox 360® is the fully-loaded entertainment experience right out of the box, with a hard drive, wireless controller, and headset. The HD component cable gets you gaming in high-definition.

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