Microsoft Xbox 360 Elite - Expert Reviews

Review summary: - Two years on from its first outing in the UK, Microsoft brings us the Elite, a new take on the Xbox 360 console aimed at satisfying the gaming fraternity, but has the new additions to an old friend been worthwhile? We get gaming to find out.

Pros: HDMI socket, 120GB hard drive, great graphics

Cons: Power pack is massive, still noisy

Verdict: If you're a gamer and you want to get into the Xbox 360, this is the way to do it. Skip the Core and Pro and stump up the extra £50. It will be worth it in the long run.

Award: Recommended!

Review summary: The Xbox 360 Elite may not address the noise pollution issue that has plagued Microsoft's console since launch, but it does bring some key new features to the platform. HDMI support is a welcome addition, while the increased hard disk capacity will defini

Pros: HDMI socket, 120Gb hard drive, great graphics

Cons: Power pack is massive, still noisy

Verdict: If you're a gamer and you want to get into the Xbox 360, this is the way to do it. Skip the Core and Pro and stump up the extra £50. It will be worth it in the long run.

Review summary: The past year and change has been an interesting time for home theater enthusiasts, with the introduction of two competing high-definition movie formats, HD DVD and Blu-ray Disc. The scenario is very reminiscent to the 1980's when VHS and Betamax had thei

Pros: Excellent Gaming Machine and Media Hub, Excellent HD DVD video quality, Xbox Live Marketplace well implemented, WMA lossless support w/ Windows Media Player 11

Cons: No integrated wireless support (add-on can be purchased)

Review summary: Improved high-def movie playback and bolstered specs--including HDMI--highlight Microsoft's newest version of its popular game console.