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This is not meant to be a 'fan' statement. I don't own a Wii but I do own an Xbox 360 so I will be able to discuss PS3 Slim vs. Xbox 360 Elite and, hopefully, it may help a little those undecided between the two or those thinking about getting a PS3 as a second gaming console. Please be aware that, even though I own both consoles and I try to be as objective as possible, I do tend to favor the PS3.

Parity
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- Storage: 120 GB on both systems
- CD, DVD playback: both
- Bluetooth/IR: Bluetooth included with PS3, Infrared remote for Xbox
- Community: PSN/Home memberships are free, Xbox Live includes free Silver membership and one-month Gold subscription, paid thereafter

Advantage PS3 Slim
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- Blu-ray: PS3 only. Blu-ray disks aren't used for HD movie playback but to deliver games as well. Since they store several times more data than a DVD disk, PS3 games can be 'bigger' and be still delivered on one disk, eliminating the need for swapping during gameplay.
- WiFi: included with PS3, available as an add-on for Xbox.
- HDMI 1.3a on PS3 (more vivid colors, better sound) vs. HDMI 1.2 on Xbox
- Controller: wireless on both systems, rumble on both, PS3's only is motion sensitive, rechargeable batteries built into PS3's, Xbox rechargeable battery packs available for purchase.
- Integration with a handheld device: PS3 integrates with the PSP, the Xbox offers Zune integration. I would call it 'advantage PS3' because the Zune integration is limited to file transfers.
- Internal power supply: yes for the Slim, a large external 'brick' for the Xbox.
- Ability to upgrade the Hard Disk: the PS3 could use any cheap 2.5" SATA on the market (a 500GB can be had for $90 at the time of this writing and the existing PS3 disk can be recycled to upgrade a laptop or as external storage) without voiding the warranty. I am not aware Xbox HDD upgrades beyond 120GB but, judging by the 120GB upgrade HDD for the smaller models, they are likely to be proprietary, more expensive solutions.
- Slim comes with USB, Ethernet and Composite cables, Xbox has only Composite in the box.

Advantage Xbox 360 Elite Fall 2009
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- Headset: not included with PS3 but any Bluetooth device will work, wired headset included with Xbox Elite.
- Ethernet: PS3 supports Gigabit Ethernet, Xbox is limited to 100BASET-T.
- USB ports: Xbox comes with 3, Slim has only 2.

It seems that a PS3 Slim can be brought to parity with the Xbox 360 Elite by purchasing a Bluetooth headset (possibly for less than $10 and that would make the PS3 a superior choice since the Xbox headset is wired to the controller. For the amount, the PS3 will match and surpass Xbox feature for feature if we don't factor in exclusive Xbox games or unique Xbox Live features.

To bring the Xbox 360 Elite to parity with the PS3 one would need: a WiFi adapter ($70) and rechargeable batteries ($10). I will not add the various cables to the list because, depending on setup, they may or may not be needed and PS3's Gigabit Ethernet is not likely to make a difference in anyone's gaming or movie streaming at this time. $80 would bring the Xbox closer to the PS3 but the Xbox won't support Blu-ray, does not have a motion sensitive controller, can't function without an external power supply and, Zune withstanding, it does not integrate with a hand-held gaming device. In addition, continuing the Xbox Live Gold beyond the initial month would be another $30-50 per year for the life of the Elite.

I chose not to factor in the quality of available software because it's impossible to be even remotely objective when it comes to judge Sony's exclusives vs. Xbox exclusives. My guess is that, in the end, those who must have Halo will buy a Microsoft Xbox regardless of cost or other features and those who fall in love with Little Big Planet or Uncharted have no choice but a Sony PS3. The general consensus is that, at this time, the PS3 has the superior hardware (see above) while the Xbox has an advantage in exclusive titles and some exclusive content. In addition, many multiplatform games are developed on the Xbox first and then ported to the PS3. That can make the Xbox versions appear to be superior and, more importantly, the PS3 versions do not always take full advantage of PS3s superior hardware. This seems to be less the case as developers are becoming more familiar with the PS3 platform - the software gap, if there is one at this time, it is closing fast.

This is a comparison I remember saving from another forum.

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ps3 is better

Yup

well if you would like to add something and dont cry n say im for 360 b/c i have both and like both of them

360's load times are less then half of PS3
on the 360 you can install all of your games so the system doesnt run so hot
both systems come in 250gb versions
360 has alot more games out for it then Ps3
360 has more to offer in exclusives,DLC,Demos,Avatars,and Downloadable game

now i understand that basically your getting what you pay for but i got rid of PS3 b/c it was horrible about a yr ago and had 360 only and now got a new slim and there is a huge difference in the amout of things in the PS store and Live and on Live whne you turn it on all the new things that have are comming of just ame out are right in front of your face not like on PS3 where you have to go into the store but one thing the Ps3 destroys the xbox in is graphics they are amazing on the PS3

TRUE About the Graphics.

But Xbox Live beats PSN anyday of the week

PS3 Slim sounds pretty neat, but it seems worse than the original..

I have PS3 (Faaaaat) and for me it's just great. Probably becouse of Blue-Ray^^

I had Xbox 360 like 1,6 years ago and I remember I loved the look,menu and obviously the grapfic of that console. So in my opinion, they are just both greatest consoles at the moment.

I don't own an xBox, and I'm not a fanboy, so here are my thoughts..

The online gameplay on xBox is far better than the PS3, less lag, secure servers and more kids! =D
But, the graphics, games and internet browser on the PS3, makes both of the consoles equally as good.

If you a punk teenage, or asshole, are a fanboy xbox.
Any else ps3

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Also if it has servers(lets say BC2), they also have servers for the ps3.

Call of duty. The connection is to the host(a player) not a server.
I guess what im saying is, if the game is for ps3 and xbox, and if either one has a server, it will also have a server of the same type(almost same everything) on the other system

Personally i like the PS3 fat better which is why i never traded mine in =D