Wii Versus Xbox 360 Versus PlayStation 3 |
The big three in the video game world are the Nintendo Wii, Microsoft Xbox 360, and Sony PlayStation 3. When these video game consoles were first released they offered next generation technology that set them apart from previous video game consoles. Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 featured amazing high-definition graphics and Wii offered the integration of controllers with movement sensors for innovative player interaction.Technology Set Next Generation Video Game Consoles ApartEach console has a lot to offer and it’s easy to see why all three of these products have a large and loyal following.Xbox 360 models play all games in high-definition; have a user-friendly Dashboard interface; play hundreds of Xbox games; and provide top online gaming and communications features through Xbox Live. PlayStation models play all games in high-definition; have an easy-to-use interface; include built-in Wi-Fi, Web browser, and Blu-ray format; and offer a free online gaming service through PlayStation Network. Wii broke the mold with its unique motion-sensitive controller that takes you to the heights of interactive gameplay. This console features built-in Wi-Fi; Virtual Console to play classic games; and has a free online service and gameplay – Wii + Internet. Xbox, Wii, and PlayStation Online Features via Broadband Internet ConnectionAll three of these consoles offer extensive online features including online gaming (including multiplayer), game libraries, text/voice/video chat, movies and TV downloads, and a lot more. All you need to get the best out of each of these consoles is a fast, reliable broadband Internet connection.Wii, Xbox 360, and PlayStation 3 Comparison Chart InformationConsole Features:Wii: Compact size; IBM PowerPC processor; 512 MB RAM installed; joystick or remote control input device; motion sensor; rumble feedback Xbox 360 Elite: DVD-ROM; IBM PowerPC 3 cores 3.2 GHz processor; integrated 512 MB (512 Mb) GDDR3 SDRAM; external game pad input device PlayStation 3 Slim: BD-ROM, CD-ROM, DVD-ROM; cell broadband engine processor; integrated 256 MB XERAM; Bluetooth, IEEE 802.11 connectivity; external game pad input device Online Features: Wii: Wii + Internet membership; Virtual Console; wired or wireless connection Xbox 360 Elite: Xbox Live membership; wired or wireless connection PlayStation 3 Slim: PlayStation Network membership; wired or wireless connection Connections: Wii: (4 pin USB Type A) , 4 x Game controller; component video output; composite video output; S-Video output; 2 x USB Xbox 360 Elite: 1 x AV cable port; 3 x USB 2.0; 1 x Ethernet (RJ-45 ); 1 x HDMI output (19 pin HDMI Type A) PlayStation 3: 2 x USB (4 pin USB Type A); 1 x Ethernet (RJ-45); 1 x HDMI output (19 pin HDMI Type A); 1 x PlayStation 3 AV output; 1 x SPDIF output (TOSLINK) What’s in the Box: Wii: Wii sports disc; console; console stand; Wii controller and Nunchuk; sensor bar; AC adaptor; and AV cable Xbox 360 Elite: console; wireless controller, Xbox LIVE headset PlayStation 3 Slim: console; wireless controller; AC power cord; AV cable; USB cable Graphics and Sound: Wii: ATI Hollywood video output; stereo; simulated Surround Sound; built-in speaker Xbox 360 Elite: all games in high-definition; ATI Xbox 360 – 256-bit – 2D/3D graphics acceleration video output; 1920 x 1080 max resolution (external); 10 MB integrated video adapter memory; 16-bit/Surround Sound output mode PlayStation 3 Slim: all games in high-definition; NVIDIA RSX video output; 256 MB integrated video adapter memory (installed); 1920 x 1080 max resolution (external); stereo sound output mode |
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