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Microsoft Xbox 360 Arcade vs Microsoft Xbox 360 Core

12.17 in
3.27 in
Microsoft Xbox 360 Arcade Game Console
Microsoft Xbox 360 Arcade
12.2 in
3.94 in
Microsoft Xbox 360 Core Game Console
Microsoft Xbox 360 Core
Available colors
Editiorial reviews
4
4 editorial reviews
Review of the Xbox 360 game console core and premium systems, with overview of installation, performance, problems and recommendations.Read more
The Microsoft Xbox 360 Arcade is a fine entry-level, next-generation console, but its lack of storage makes game play feel like that of an Atari 2600.Read more
Microsoft Xbox 360 (Toy & Game): 3.6 out of 5 stars from 62 genuine reviews on Australia's largest opinion site ProductReview.com.au.Read more
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5
5 editorial reviews
Microsoft Xbox 360 (Core System)Read more
The next-generation of gaming is here, and Microsoft is first to the party. Should you buy the Xb0x 360 now or hold out for the Playstation 3? Read on to find out!Read more
A still-solid gaming and entertainment experience coupled with a revamped eye-catching design, internal 802.11n Wi-Fi, and more storage make this the best Microsoft Xbox 360 yet.Read more
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User rating
43
4.2 out of 5
43 user ratings
5 stars
39 %
4 stars
39 %
3 stars
20 %
2 stars
0 %
1 stars
0 %
46
4.1 out of 5
46 user ratings
5 stars
32 %
4 stars
47 %
3 stars
17 %
2 stars
0 %
1 stars
2 %

Full Comparison

Hardware

Microsoft Xbox 360 ArcadeMicrosoft Xbox 360 Arcade
Microsoft Xbox 360 CoreMicrosoft Xbox 360 Core
StorageNone
  • 120GB
  • 20GB
  • 250GB
  • 320GB
  • 500GB
  • 60GB
CPU speed3.2 GHz0.73 GHz
RAM memory512MB512MB

Screen

Microsoft Xbox 360 ArcadeMicrosoft Xbox 360 Arcade
Microsoft Xbox 360 CoreMicrosoft Xbox 360 Core
3D Supportyesyes
HDRnono
Resolutions supported
  • 480p
  • 576p
  • 720p
  • 1080i
  • 1080p
  • 1080i
  • 1080p
  • 480i
  • 480p
  • 576i
  • 576p
  • 720p

Controller

Microsoft Xbox 360 ArcadeMicrosoft Xbox 360 Arcade
Microsoft Xbox 360 CoreMicrosoft Xbox 360 Core
Number of supported wireless controllers44
Weight123.46 oz0.04 oz

Audio properties

Microsoft Xbox 360 ArcadeMicrosoft Xbox 360 Arcade
Microsoft Xbox 360 CoreMicrosoft Xbox 360 Core
Audio format
  • Dolby Digital 5.1
  • Dolby Digital EX
  • Dolby Pro Logic II
  • DTS 5.1
  • DTS 96/24
  • DTS ES
  • Dolby Digital 5.1
  • Dolby Digital EX
  • Dolby Pro Logic II
  • Dolby Pro Logic IIx
  • DTS 5.1
  • DTS 96/24
  • DTS ES

Features

Microsoft Xbox 360 ArcadeMicrosoft Xbox 360 Arcade
Microsoft Xbox 360 CoreMicrosoft Xbox 360 Core
Backward compatibilityyesno
Type of media supportedDVDDVD
Remote control supportyesyes
Surround decoder (5.1/7.1)yesyes
Video formats supported
  • 480p
  • 576p
  • 720p
  • 1080i
  • 1080p
  • 480p
  • 576p
  • 720p
  • 1080i

Dimensions

Microsoft Xbox 360 ArcadeMicrosoft Xbox 360 Arcade
Microsoft Xbox 360 CoreMicrosoft Xbox 360 Core
Depth10.16 in10.63 in
Width12.17 in12.2 in
Height3.27 in3.94 in
Weight123.46 oz0.04 oz
Colour of productWhiteGrey

Connectivity

Microsoft Xbox 360 ArcadeMicrosoft Xbox 360 Arcade
Microsoft Xbox 360 CoreMicrosoft Xbox 360 Core
Ethernetyesyes
Ethernet connection speed10/100Mbit/s10/100Mbit/s
WiFinono
USByesyes
Number of USB Inputs33
HDMIyesno
Component outputyesyes
Composite outputyesyes
SCART outyesyes
Number of connection ports33
S-video outputyesyes
VGA outputsnoyes
Digital optical input nono
Digital optical outputyesyes

Pros & Cons

Pros
      Cons

          Often compared with Microsoft Xbox 360 Core