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Conclusion: We like it

Microsoft's 2010 update to the Xbox 360 added a number of key features, including built-in WiFi, less noise, and circuitry designed to prevent the overheating issues that plagued earlier models. The Xbox 360 edges out Sony's PlayStation 3 for our top recommendation thanks in part to its larger game library, the best video apps on any console, the Kinect, and Xbox Live, which still provides a far better online multiplayer experience than the PlayStation Network (even if it isn't free).

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Critic reviews

8.8
7 reviews
  • Game library
    8.3
  • Graphics
    9.1
  • Controller(s)
    8.0
  • Design and form factor
    8.6
  • Other features (media, online, etc.)
    8.5
  • Noise
    8.2

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User reviews

8.7
337 reviews
8.0
Engadget Jul 2, 2010

This is the best Xbox 360 ever made, bar none, and if you've yet to join the Xbox party -- and don't mind springing for an HDMI cable -- this is definitely the one.

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9.0
CNET Jun 23, 2010

Though the new Xbox 360 certainly addresses most of the concerns we've had with the versions before it, we don't think it warrants a purchase if you already own an Xbox 360 in working order with an HDMI-out port and a hard drive.

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8.0
TechCrunch Jun 25, 2010

The new Slim is an interesting departure from the old hardware and well worth a look if you’ve fallen out of the Xbox crowd due to a bricked console. It’s a sturdy and handsome upgrade to a workhorse console and, at $299 it isn’t too dear to consider in the upgrade path.

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9.0
Pocket-Lint Jul 12, 2010

The Xbox 360 S is a great refresh and one that Microsoft should be praised for. We like it, and with Kinect coming soon, these should fly off the shelves.

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10
T3 Nov 1, 2011

With wireless connectivity, extra storage within a stylish, near silent body, there’s no doubt that this is the best xBox ever. Gameplay is superlative, with fantastic graphics, a huge range of titles and of course xBox Live.

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9.0
TrustedReviews Jul 15, 2010

Put simply, the Xbox 360 250GB is the best Xbox Microsoft has made thus far. It’s better featured, with more USB ports and built-in wireless, its more energy efficient internals mean it's quieter and less power-hungry than its predecessors ...

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9.0
TechRadar Apr 10, 2012

In light of the recent software updates, the new Xbox 360 is probably the most complete and convenient box that you can stick under your telly. Not only does it play the latest video games, but it offers a huge amount of other content in one slickly designed interface.

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7.0
RMPage RMPage

After owning a every console except an Xbox I ended up buying one a couple years ago. I bought a 120GB Elite. It was loud, ugly and had a bad GUI. But it sure had some great games! Later on I upgraded to the current S model, 250GB. Following this Microsoft decided to make the GUI even more...

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