Xbox 360 Different Consoles

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Since the introduction of the new slim version of the 360 we are often asked about the different types of Xbox 360 so here is a more detailed explaination for anyone that needs it.

Current models

The current version of the Xbox 360 known as the slim or slimline version features a slimmer redesigned case hence the name compared to the original discontinued models. They come in two distinct versions:

Xbox 360 4GB
Xbox 360 250GB

The Xbox 360 4GB is the entry level model designed for the more casual gamer and the 250GB version is designed for the more serious gamer due to it’s larger hard drive. This is the main difference between the two models other than the 4GB having a matte black finish in comparison to the glossy black finish of the larger hard drive version.

Each version comes complete with built in wi-fi a feature lacking in the original version of the console.

What is the difference?
The main difference is the price due to the larger hard drive. This does not affect the console in any way other than restricting the amount of content that can be stored on the console. The 4GB version is fairly limited in the amount of content such as music, videos and games that it can store on the hard drive.

Original Xbox 360 – now discontinued

The original Xbox 360 started life as in three distinct types, the core (replaced later by the arcade), the pro or premium model which featured either a 20GB or 60GB hard drive and the Elite which came with a 120GB hard drive.

Later on came various special editions such as the Super Elite with 250GB hard drive plus many other version such as game specific models including a Modern Warfare 2 designed Xbox 360 and one to coincide with the launch of Halo 3.

Comparison table