Microsoft Xbox 360 Elite - Expert Reviews

Review summary: The Xbox 360 Elite is a solid system worth owning, but only if you can take advantage of its features....

Pros: Large 120GB hard drive; HDMI output; includes HDMI and component cables

Cons: No integrated Wi-Fi or HD DVD player; DVD drive is still loud during movie playback

Review summary: While it's neither a must-have upgrade for existing 360 owners nor as feature-packed as the PS3, the Xbox 360 Elite's combination of top-notch gaming and digital media features make it the current game console of choice.

Pros: Excellent selection of games, including many 360-only exclusives; all games are in native high-definition; user-friendly Dashboard interface; supports wireless controllers and accessories; Xbox Live service offers online multiplayer (with matchmaking and

Cons: The Elite fails to correct most of the annoyances of the original 360 version: The noisy DVD drive and cooling fan; a gigantic, oversized power supply; no built-in wireless networking; only three USB ports; a substandard DVD player; support for next-gen H

Review summary: Preview: With the pesky PS3 hogging the limelight, Microsoft has powered up the Xbox 360, sprayed it black and given it a cool new name. Meet the Elite

Pros: New HDMI output. Bigger 120GB hard-drive. Smart paint job

Cons: Still no built-in Wi-Fi. HD-DVD only available through add-on

Review summary: The Xbox 360 Elite has arrived. Microsoft has slapped a fresh coat of paint on the 360, increased its storage capacity, and added an HDMI hookup. Is it enough to warrant an upgrade?

Cons: Black is also the old black, HDMI uses old 1.2 spec, not 1.3, No transfer cable unless you buy the standalone drive

Review summary: Microsoft has come up with an upgrade to its Xbox 360, less than 18 months after its initial launch. The Xbox 360 Elite is black instead of white, includes a 120GB hard drive and sports an HDMI output for easier and better quality connection to HD Ready T

Pros: Excellent selection of games; HDMI port; large hard drive

Cons: Noisy DVD drive and cooling fan; gigantic power supply; no built-in wireless networking; no built in HD DVD drive

Verdict: While it's neither a must-have upgrade for existing 360 owners nor as feature-packed as the PS3, the Xbox 360 Elite's combination of top-notch gaming and digital media features make it the current game console of choice