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Tony Bellew - Alexander Usik: review of bets and odds for the main event of the weekend. What you need to know before buying and more What you can do on the X-Box 360

Not a bad set considering that the console came out back in 2005.

Specifications

Without going into deep details, the xbox 360 hardware has the following characteristics:

3-core IBM processor with a frequency of 3.2 GHz

Xenos graphics core (500 MHz) with 10 megabytes of eDRAM

512 Mb of RAM, which is also available to the graphics chip

DVD-ROM

Dimensions xbox 360: height - 83 mm, length - 309 mm, width - 258 mm, weight - from 2.3 to 3.5 kg

At first glance, the characteristics seem very modest. But, it should be taken into account that consoles are created specifically for games, and almost all hardware is used to process a small number of applications, unlike a PC, where there can be several dozen of them.

Xbox 360 supports all common screen resolutions (480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p), including Full-HD. As for audio processing, it can produce audio up to 5.1 Dolby Digital Surround.

Depending on the configuration, the set-top box may include a hard drive with a capacity of 4 to 320 GB. It is not possible to replace the hard drive with a regular 2.5 inch, as is the case with the PlayStation 3 - you need to buy a special hard drive. Some versions of the console (slim and later xbox 360 E) are equipped with a Wi-Fi wireless interface. Older ones have to be connected to the Internet with a cable.

It is worth noting that the console architecture is close to a computer and PC games are perfectly ported to the xbox 360. Which is a significant plus.

Gamepad, Kinect for Microsoft consoles

Gamepad for xbox 360 is one of the most convenient devices in gaming industry. It fits so well in your hands that you won't feel tired after long game not felt at all. It is powered by two AA batteries and has a wireless interface. There is also a wired controller with a wire length of 3 meters, but it has not gained much popularity. The gamepad also has a headset connector and is equipped with a feedback function.

Another device that revolutionized the digital entertainment market is Kinect. With this device, players can interact with the console using their body. Kinect is capable of recognizing movements in space using built-in cameras. This creates completely new types of games and can provide unforgettable experiences.

Interface

Xbox 360, with later firmware, has a tiled interface, which later began to be used in all new software from Microsoft. However, figuring out what and where is on the menu is not difficult. From the screenshot above you can see that the xbox 360 can be used not only as a game console, but also as a multimedia center. In general, owners of this console are rarely dissatisfied with the inconvenience of the menu.

As for games, so many of them have accumulated over ten years that the choice dazzles your eyes - a list of all games for the xbox 360. In short, absolutely any gamer will find what he needs. Don't forget about the great exclusives, such as the Halo or Forza series. They alone make it worth getting to know the console better.

Conclusion: even at the moment, the hbox 360 is a pretty good console: it has all the necessary connectors for communication with external devices and has the best gamepad of its generation. The power of the console, of course, is no longer the same, but games for it will be released for another year or two (it’s the end of 2014). And the games that came out before this cannot be replayed. In addition, the price for the basic version of the xbox 360 is not bad at all.

So, you've decided to buy an Xbox 360. It's a good choice: the console has exclusives like Halo 3, Gears series of War, football simulator Madden, unique shooter Alan Wake. The console is also known for the convenience of online gaming - Microsoft servers provide a stable connection, and communicating with friends is comfortable and easy. However, we hasten to say that there are several versions of the Xbox 360 console. Some of the iterations of the device differ significantly from each other, and if you don't know the details, you can make an expensive mistake. In this article we will look at the differences between different versions Xbox 360.

What Every Xbox 360 Can Do

The first thing you should know is what consoles can do, regardless of configuration and version.

All Xbox 360 can play any Xbox 360 game.

Each version of the set-top box can play DVDs and CDs.

By connecting the set-top box to the network, you can add the device to local network Microsoft Windows and transfer data between PC and Xbox 360.

What are the types of Xbox 360 and how do they differ?

The following types of attachments exist:

Pro or Premium;

Elite (abbreviated simply E);

Xbox 360 Premium Features

This is essentially the original model of the Xbox 360. This version includes a 20GB or 60GB hard drive. You can install games, demo versions, and also store videos and music on the hard drive.

Note that among the first Xbox 360 models there were many defects. If the console was released in 2006, then this means this is the first batch. Be careful - you may encounter the infamous "red ring of death". In this case, the set-top box fails due to overheating and malfunction of internal components.

If you took a console released in 2007, then it has a new Falcon motherboard installed, and you don’t have to worry about its performance. In other respects, there are no differences between the versions with a 20 and 60 GB hard drive.

Features of Xbox 360 Elite and Xbox 360 Slim

Xbox 360 Elite contains a 120 GB hard drive as standard. The original Xbox 360 did not include a large hard drive, and this version's feature will appeal to those who like to load a lot of content on their console. Typically, this version costs a little more than the original, but the increase in price is more than offset by its advantages.

Left - Xbox 360 Elite, right - Xbox 360 Slim

Xbox 360 Slim gradually replaced the Elite line. Although both revisions have much in common, there are differences between the two versions:

Xbox 360 Slim includes a built-in Wi-Fi antenna (no cables to connect to the Internet). Elite and Arcade versions do not support Wi-Fi;

The "slim" Xbox 360 includes a 250 GB hard drive. Elite, as we said, offers a 120 GB hard drive, and Arcade does not include a hard drive at all.

The Xbox 360 Slim is several centimeters smaller and thinner than both the Elite and Arcade versions of the Xbox 360.

The Slim architecture has air exhaust zones on the sides. “The Red Ring of Death” with this revision will not be scary for you.

Xbox 360 Slim has two fans instead of one. Thanks to this, during the game the console is not as noisy as the Elite and Arcade versions.

Features of Xbox 360 Arcade

Main difference Xbox 360 Arcade compared to other versions - an attractive price. The console can be purchased for about 6,000 - 7,000 rubles, and a used version is even cheaper. But at the same time, be prepared to make some compromises.

The data volume of the set-top box is limited to only 256 MB of internal memory. If you took Arcade, you are unlikely to be able to download many demo versions and games, let alone movies and music.

You are also unlikely to be able to download updates and patches for games - after all, they will clog the already small memory of the console. This is especially true in multiplayer games, where each player must have the most latest version games.

Thus, Arcade is suitable only for those players who do not intend to download games or participate in online battles. This is the basic version of the console, aimed at non-professional gamers. However, you can purchase an external hard drive. Decide for yourself whether you want to spend money on Arcade and a hard drive or immediately buy a version of the console with a capacious hard drive.

Other Xbox 360 models

The versions of the console listed below are almost impossible to find on the market now, but they may be in stores that sell discounted or used goods.

Xbox 360 Core. This version was released at the same time as the Premium model. This iteration doesn't have a hard drive at all, but is otherwise similar to the original Xbox 360.

Halo 3 Special Edition. You can no longer find this stylish edition of the console in stores. It had a green coloring in the style of the game Halo 3, the filling was similar to the Premium edition.

Now you know what the basic differences are between the versions of the Xbox 360. You will be able to determine how the Xbox 360 Slim differs from the Xbox 360 Arcade and make the right choice.

Have you decided on the version you want? You can buy it in the PiterPlay store.

On November 22, 2005, Microsoft released the long-awaited gaming console XBox 360, which represents the next generation after the popular gaming XBox consoles.

XBox 360 is something more than a gaming system that has developed in the understanding of users. This gaming console contains more functions and is equipped so that the whole family can play it.

Although the XBox 360 is smaller in size compared to the original XBox (the XBox 360 weighs about 3 kg), this version contains large number great features. If you have your own HDTV, you can truly appreciate the graphics capabilities of the XBox 360, as this set-top box includes support for widescreen (16:9) format. Of course, the XBox 360 works great on regular television, but the full power of graphics can be truly felt on more advanced television.

The XBOx 360 includes an ATI graphics processor and 10 MB (megabytes) of attached DRAM (dynamic random access memory). This allows this game console create 500 million triangles per second, thereby achieving realistic graphics.

Additionally, the XBox 360 also contains a dual-tier DVD-Rom drive that does double duty:
- play XBox games;
- regular DVDs.
Moreover, in this game console additional support for surround audio is provided, which provides a complete home theater and realistic game.

To store games or other media, you can choose to purchase a 20GB external hard drive, which also keeps your XBox 360 compatible with original XBox games.

XBox 360 has a built-in Ethernet port that allows users to connect via broadband to XBox live. With XBox live you can play online, use voice and even video chat. At the same time, do not forget to buy additional components for XBox.

In addition, as an addition to Ethernet communication, you can buy wireless adapters. Adapters must comply with the standard 802.11 wireless protocol to integrate into your existing wireless network. For other data transfer tasks, such as downloading digital photos, digital home movies and music, you can use the included USB 2.0 port. With all these features, downloading digital files has never been easier.

As you may have noticed, using the XBox 360, every user will be able to find something useful for themselves. Kids will love the superb gaming experience, while parents will love the video, music and home theater capabilities.