What’s the difference between the Xbox 360 models?

The Xbox 360 Arcade comes with a wired controller, and does not come with a Hard Drive, so it’s not really worth it unless you already have a 360 HDD to use. They’re pretty expensive, so generally it’s better to just purchase…

The Xbox 360 Pro! This Xbox 360 comes with a 20GB HDD, and a wireless controller. It’s a good price, but the HDD isn’t too large. It’s definitely serviceable, and at holds a pretty nice price point, but if you’re like me and you hate deleting demos, you’ll want…

The Xbox 360 Elite. This comes with a 120GB HDD, wireless controller, and an HDMI cable. It’s a bit of a price jump, but it’s the Xbox 360 version I would recommend over the other 2 (however, for the price, the Pro is also a good option).

The biggest difference between the Elite and the Pro, when the Elite was just announced, was that it was the only model with an HDMI ouput. However, all 360 Models come with HDMI inputs now, and HDMI cables can be puchased so cheaply at places like http://www.monoprice.com/ , the only real difference between models is the HDD size.
Oh, and the 360 Elite is black, but that’s purely cosmetic.

* The Xbox 360 Arcade,[18] priced at US$279.99,[19] is the replacement for the “Xbox 360 Core”.[20] It was publicly revealed (though it was available in stores far earlier)[18] by Microsoft’s president of Entertainment Devices division Robbie Bach to the Financial Times on October 18, 2007,[19] and officially announced on October 22, 2007.[15] It includes a wireless controller, 256 MB memory unit, composite AV cable, HDMI 1.2 output, and 5 Xbox Live Arcade titles.[21] The consoles, identified by packaging labeled “Go Play!”, are bundled with Boom Boom Rocket, Feeding Frenzy, Luxor 2, Pac-Man Championship Edition, and Uno on a single disk, which also includes a “Welcome Video” and several game trailers/demos.[22]

* The Xbox 360, commonly called the Premium or Pro, priced at US$349.99, includes all the features of the Xbox 360 Core and includes a hybrid composite and component cable with optional optical out instead of a composite cable. The Xbox 360 also includes a detachable 20 GB Hard Disc Drive to store downloaded content, provide compatibility with original Xbox games, and store game data. The included hard drive comes with game demos, video clips and a free Live Arcade game, Hexic HD. In July 2007, this version of the Xbox 360 began appearing with the Zephyr motherboard (the motherboard used in the Elite) which features HDMI 1.2 output and an improved GPU heatsink. Although the Premium package does include an HDMI 1.2 output, it does not come with HDMI 1.2 cables.[23][24] Starting at the end of September, the newest systems were shipped with the new “Falcon” motherboard. This motherboard includes the new 65-nm CPUs, making them quieter and cooler than the older systems.[25] Holiday 2007 consoles, with packaging labeled “Go Big”, were bundled with Ultimate Alliance and Forza Motorsport 2.[26] This bundle has since then been discontinued.[14]

* The Xbox 360 Elite is the fourth and most expensive variation of the console. It is priced at US$449.99 and includes a 120GB hard drive and a matte black finish. The Elite retail package also includes an HDMI 1.2 cable and a controller and headset that match the system’s black finish.[27] The initial release price was US$479.99,[28] C$549.99,[28] £299.99, and AU$729.95. The Elite was released in Europe on August 24, 2007, and Australia on August 30, 2007. Holiday 2007 consoles, with packaging labeled “Go Big”, were bundled with Ultimate Alliance and Forza Motorsport 2.[26] This bundle has since then been discontinued.[14] Early Elite models shipped using the Zephyr motherboard, though newer models now use the Falcon 65nm chipset instead. These Elites (and other Xbox 360 models using the Falcon) can be identified from earlier versions by a re-designed power connector and a power supply that runs at 175w. The motherboard layout is also different.

arcade dosent come with a wired its wireless

core= the worst xbox 360 system stay well away from that one it has no hard drive and is likely to crash. this one is all white with chrome trim

arcade= is the same as the the core but with more arcade games. stay away from this one as well. likely to crash!

pro/premium=a better console. comes with a 20gig HD hard drive, compatible with xbox live, comes with some arcade games trials(you have to buy microsoft points to unlock full version)and some game demos. this one is all white with chrome trim. comes with 1 white, wireless controler and a headset, cables to conect to the tv, cables to plug into the outlet so you can play. price: $349.99. (recommended)

elite= this one comes with a 120gig HD hard drive. same thing as the pro/premium but i have heard its not very compatible with xbox live so if you are just a gamer and not wanting to go on xbox live and are wanting to buy and play alot of games than this is for you. this is all black with green trim. comes with 1 black wireless controller and a headset, cables to conect to the tv, cables to plug into to the outlet so you can play. price: $449.99

halo 3 limited edition(i have this one)= comes with 20gig HD hard drive, a code for special gamer pictures and wallpaper, is compatible with live, comes with like 18 arcade and game demos(you can purchase more with microsoft points) some videos(not movies just game previews). this one is Spartan green with gold trim and has halo 3 designs on the sides and faceplate.comes with a spartan green controller and headset,cables to conect to the tv, cables to plug into the outlet so you can play. price: $349.99. (recommened if you can find it still)

i would recommend the xbox 360 pro/premium and hte xbox 360 halo 3 special edition. they are very good systems. just make sure that you keep it in a location where there is good air flow, minimal dust, and dont play it for 8 hours or more straight. then you will just overheat it and have to send it in.

sorrry i know its long.