Xbox 360 Console 2009

by Microsoft

Product Features

• Three powerful core processors
• 16:9 cinematic aspect ratio
• Anti-aliasing for smooth textures
• Full surround sound
• DVD playback with upscaling capabilities

Product Details

• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B002KJ9XDE
• Item Weight: 1.7 pounds
• Media: Video Game
• Release Date: August 18, 2009
• Average Customer Review: 3.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (98 customer reviews)

Product Description

Edition: Elite 120GB Fall 2009

Amazon.com Product Description

Xbox 360 sets a new pace for digital entertainment. More than just a cutting-edge game system, Xbox 360 also integrates high-definition video, DVD movie playback, digital music, photos, and online connectivity into one sleek, small tower. Under the Hood Xbox 360, shown with wireless controller, is a sleek, customizable gaming and entertainment system Xbox 360 is much smaller than its predecessor--it measures approximately 3.3 by 12.2 by 10.2 inches and weighs 7.7 lbs. It's powered by custom IBM PowerPC-based CPU with three symmetrical cores each running at 3.2 GHz. It also carries a custom ATI graphics processor 10 MB of embedded DRAM. This is powerful enough to draw 500 million triangles per second. In other words, it makes for great looking games in standard TV definition, and even better thanks to built-in support for HDTV 1080i televisions. It also supports the widescreen 16:9 format. The unit has a 12x dual-layer DVD-ROM drive, which plays both the game media and progressive-scan DVD movies right out of the box. For game-save and media storage this console package includes a 120GB hard drive. Along with storing files, the hard drive will make the Xbox 360 backward-compatible with part of the existing Xbox game library. Control your Gameplay Xbox 360 uses a refined button layout for its controllers. Back and Start buttons sit at the center of the controller and between them is a new Xbox Guide button, which instantly takes the user to the Xbox 360 user interface. From there, they can check for friends online, access personal digital content like photos and songs, and more. The black and white buttons of the first Xbox controllers have been replaced with new shoulder buttons placed above the left and right triggers. Xbox 360 can accommodate up to four wireless controllers and has three USB 2.0 slots to use for wired controllers or for streaming your digital media from digital cameras, MP3 players, and any Windows XP-based PC. Microsoft has also created a video-conferencing camera, sold separately, that will work with the system. The Media Experience All Xbox 360 titles can be played in either standard or high-definition resolution in 16:9 widescreen, with anti-aliasing for smoother graphics. Game designers will be able to take advantage of the system's multi-channel surround sound. The Xbox 360's digital media allows users to supplement any game's music from tracks in their own personal library. Go Live A built-in Ethernet port allows users to connect their system to a broadband connection for access to the new Xbox Live Silver. The included service lets anyone create a Gamertag and gamer card to express your online identity, chat live with voice chat, and connect to the Xbox Live Marketplace to buy expansions, maps, and other digital items for your games. The subscription service Xbox Live Gold adds to that online competition, game stats, and video chat/messaging. The separately sold wireless adapter supports the common 802.11a, -b, and -g standards. What's in the Box? Xbox 360 Elite console (black) 120GB hard drive Wireless Controller (black) Xbox Live Headset (black) HDMI port Composite A/V Cable Xbox Live Silver membership One-month subscription to Xbox Live Gold

Product Description

Xbox 360 Elite is the premier console package with a massive hard drive, a high-definition multimedia interface (HDMI) port, a high-definition cable, and a premium black finish for the console.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

116 of 130 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars It's a Jasper..., September 1, 2009

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J.J. "J.J." (East Coast) - See all my reviews

= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Xbox 360 Elite (Video Game)

Just received my Fall 2009 Xbox Elite in today. It is a Jasper chip model; the power pack indicated 12.1 A (which I'm told is the telltale sign of the Jasper). I haven't gotten much of chance to play around with it yet, but thought it was important to let people know that they will be getting the newest chip. I wasn't sure when I made the purchase, so I hope this helps...

Also, I just wanted to state that the Elite model only includes standard A/V cables (red, white, yellow). I figured this was useful information. Though many people have stated that the Fall 2009 model did not have an HDMI cable, I assumed it included a component cable instead, which is does not. Not a big deal; just want to help people make informed purchases.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Caution: elite no longer has component cable OR optical adapter included., October 2, 2009

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terry (Evans, GA, United States) - See all my reviews
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= Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Xbox 360 Elite (Video Game)

I really like the xbox 360, other than the 3 ring of death issues but want to increase my drive space then decided to upgrade to the elite console and let the kids have the pro in the living room. No need to go into details about what the system does so here are my gripes... 1) no transfer cable included... if you buy the 120g drive you get the transfer cable but you can't get the cable for free no longer... at one time M$ would send you one for free. 2) You no longer get the Component cable that has your optical connector, you get the cheaper Composite cable. Now if you want optical sound you have to buy the component cable OR the optical adapter. Starting to think I should have bought the PS3 slim. Thanks Micro$oft.

237 of 309 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Tough call: PS3 or Xbox 360, August 28, 2009

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C. Belcher "icarusbird" (Panama City, FL) - See all my reviews
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= Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Xbox 360 Elite (Video Game)

If you're in the market for a next-gen gaming system and can't quite decide between Sony's Playstation 3 or Microsoft's Xbox 360, then this review is specifically for you.

First, the good stuff. The Xbox 360 is immensely popular and has the largest library of triple-A games and exclusives. After all, you'll only find games like Gears of War, Halo and Grand Theft Auto on this system [retraction: GTA4 is not 360-exclusive, sorry]. The online community is beyond robust; Microsoft's Xbox Live service has completely revolutionized online gaming. Not only that but you can stream many TV shows and movies from Netflix right onto your television through the "New Xbox Live Experience" (NXE for short). Lastly, the hardware is no slouch either as several cross-platform titles actually have a slight edge in performance on the 360 over their PS3 counterparts (more on that later).

Okay, now the stuff the PS3 does better (and I'm allowed to say this as I've owned both consoles since launch). Remember the NXE I mentioned earlier? Perks aside, the interface is simply horrible. The NXE is a mess of redundant menus and even suffers from noticeable processor lag. The PS3 Media Bar, on the other hand, is clean, neat, and professional-looking, and has a slight advantage in functionality too (and it doesn't force you to create ridiculous avatars). The PS3 is also technically superior to the 360 in terms of processing power and video performance (but some games have an edge on the 360 due to early developmental difficulties on the PS3), and it exclusively uses a blu-ray drive for both games and movies alike, all at an extremely competitive price. The software library for the PS3 is nearly as immense as the 360's, with the vast majority of titles available for either system, and includes a fair share of triple-A exclusives of its own (LittleBigPlanet, Metal Gear Solid 4, Heavenly Sword). Finally, the PS3 is one of the most stable consoles I've ever owned (even over the PS2); I can literally count on one hand the number of times the console has frozen up on me in the last two years.

Lastly, the stuff both consoles fail at (and do I even need to mention the absurd failure rate of the Xbox 360?). The PS3 will initally annoy you with a near-constant slew of software updates. The 360 is stuck with a standard DVD drive and obsolete HD-DVD add-on. The newer PS3's have all but eliminated backward-compatibility with PS2 games. The 360 simply looks and feels like a toy. The PS3....uhm....well the PS3's sleek, glossy finish is susceptible to fingerprints (I'm out of bad stuff for the PS3). Fighting game fans: the 360's d-pad is quite possibly the worst d-pad ever conceived, which is ironic considering the fantastic design of the rest of the controller. And yes, your 360 WILL die on you at some point. It is no exaggeration whatsoever that I don't know a single person who isn't on at least their second system.

While I do genuinely enjoy my Xbox 360 over time I have become more and more fond of my PS3 due in part to those few crucial differences I mentioned. Bottom-line: if you're a hardcore gamer who needs a consistent online fix, go with the 360. If you're not as competetive and are simply looking for a legitimate entertainment/media hub, pick up a PS3.

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