Microsoft Xbox 360 20 GB: A Review

Microsoft Xbox 360 20 GB

Though there is a lot of challenge in gaming console market, Microsoft Xbox 360 remains the ultimate choice of everyone who demands wonderful media features, best online gaming experience and a comprehensive gaming library. Microsoft Xbox 360 20 GB is a great choice for those who need an all in one gaming tool.

Features:

3.25” high
9.9 lbs
MS Windows XP Media Center compatible
Processor: IBM PowerPC 3 cores 3.2 GHz
Integrated 512 MB (512 MB) GDDR3 SDRAM
I MB cache memory
DVD-ROM 12x – Tray
ATI Xbox 360 – 256-bit – 2D/3D graphics acceleration
Integrated Video adapter memory – 10 MB
1920 x 1080
16-bit / Surround Sound
External wireless game pad
Connectivity: 1 x AV cable port, 3 x USB 2.0, 1 x Ethernet (RJ-45)
Included accessories: Xbox Live headset, Wireless controller, Component HD AV cable, Ethernet network cable, 20GB external hard drive

Features:

Though Xbox 360 was not a runaway success in the very beginning, the hard work of its team took it to a level where now, neither Nintendo nor PS3 can beat it. Microsoft made it up to the frustrated users, consoles of whom could suffer the notorious “red ring of death”, by offering a limited three years warranty. Available for $280, it includes a 256 MB memory card, a headset, wireless controller, and 20GB external hard drive. The three USB ports are quite enough for ordinary users.

Xbox Live Silver Member ship is awarded to all the owners of Xbox 360. It allows them to create a list of friends, view their gamer cards, and communicate with them outside of a game via voice chat, voice messaging, video chat, and text messaging as well.

It can show HD videos, too. Movies and games can be downloaded from Marketplace. Xbox 360 has the best line up of exclusive games.

Product’s Unique Selling Points:

Superior selection of games
Includes several console-exclusive titles
All HD games
Easy-to-use Dashboard interface
Excellent online gaming and communications via Xbox Live
Digital media hub
Online Marketplace

Limitations:

Red ring of death
Noisy exhaust fan and DVD drive
Gigantic oversize power supply
No built-in wireless networking or flash media reader
DVD playback has substandard video quality
20GB hard drive fills up very quickly
Online gaming requires a paid subscription to Xbox Live

Final Words:

Xbox 360 offers a wide range of features including media playing, photo viewing, video playback etc. This is indeed a good choice for passionate gamers who are into “all-in-one” things.

Written by “Seemab”

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