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Based on 12 expert reviews, the average rating for Microsoft Xbox 360 Elite (120GB) is 4.3/5. Expert Reviews for Game Consoles are gathered from magazines and web sites around the world. Read summaries of the English reviews below.

 
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alaTest UK Title:

Review summary of Microsoft Xbox 360 Elite

(04/07/09)
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Verdict: alaTest has collected and analysed 1355 reviews of Microsoft Xbox 360 Elite from international magazines and websites. Experts rate this product 81/100 and users 86/100. Comparing these reviews to 43394 other Game Consoles reviews gives this product an overall alaScore 97/100 = Excellent.
Country: UK
97.0 / 100.0
Testwinner Title:

Microsoft Xbox 360 Elite (120GB)

(31/10/08)
Summary: 12 experts have reviewed the Microsoft Xbox 360 Elite (120GB), giving it an average score of 82 out of 100 and a total of 3 test wins/editor's choice awards... Read the full review
Country: UK
82.0 / 100.0
Home Cinema Choice Title:

Microsoft Gaming Console - Xbox 360 Elite

(01/11/07)
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Country: UK
4.0 / 5.0
IT Reviews Title:

Microsoft - Xbox 360 Elite

(10/10/07)
Summary: The enhanced version of Microsoft's successful gaming console has to realistically be marked down as a missed opportunity. On one hand it's undoubtedly a powerful beast, and better equipped to go toe-to-toe with Sony's Playstation 3 ... Read the full review
Country: UK
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Register Hardware Title:

Xbox 360 Elite games console

(24/08/07)
Summary: The fans will stay divided, but the Elite gives Xbox the edge - for now... Read the full review
Country: UK
96.0 / 100.0
Techradar Title:

Microsoft Xbox 360 Elite


Summary: The Xbox 360 holds a significant place in the hearts and minds of UK cinephiles. Pre-dating the launch of SkyHD, it was the first mass market hi-def entertainment system to hit the streets. Back when HD Ready TVs commanded a premium, it was an essential purchase if you wanted to get the most from your flatscreen.Two years on, Microsoft's... Read the full review
Pros: ; >Excellent AV performance> Improved value for money
Cons: ; >Extra HD DVD drive isn't black> Average CD playback
Country: UK
4.0 / 5.0
PC Advisor Title:

Microsoft Xbox 360 Elite


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Country: UK
4.0 / 5.0
I4U Title:

Xbox 360 Elite

(09/05/07)
Summary: Come this fall, two years will have passed since the original Xbox 360 was first introduced as the first of the ¿next-generation¿ game consoles. Nearly a year after the Xbox 360 launc... Read the full review
Country: US
7.5
CNET.com Title:

Microsoft Xbox 360 Elite

(27/04/07)
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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 voice chat) and content downloads for most games; backward compatible with
Cons: ; The Elite fails to correct most of the annoyances of the original 360 version: the noisy DVD drive and cooling fan; a gigantic, oversize power supply; no built-in wireless networking; only three USB ports; a substandard DVD player; support for next-gen HD DVD movies requires a bulky external accessory; online gaming requires a paid
Country: US
8.5 / 10.0
hometheatermag.com Title:

Microsoft Xbox 360 Elite


Summary: Think of it as the Xbox 360.1In the video-game business, the stakes are high. So, the Big Three have detailed road maps and five-year plans. A new console usually remains unchanged for at least a few Christmases, save for possible software updates and minor technical variations. However, this isn't the case with the Xbox 360. After only a... Read the full review
Country: US
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digitaltrends.com Title:

Xbox 360 Elite


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Verdict: 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
Country: US
7.5 / 10.0

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