The History of Consoles

Xbox 360


The Xbox 360, a video game console released by Microsoft in 2005. This is the 'Pro' model from the launch line-up, which featured a 20GB hard drive, wireless controller and a silver DVD bezel. The production date of this unit is 2005-11-05, making it a very early unit. Of note is the gray on the hard drive at the top, which is very shiny and silvery. This was changed to a matte gray in later models.

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Released: November 22, 2005

The Xbox 360 is a home video game console developed by Microsoft. (wikipedia)

Details:

  • Name for Console: Xbox 360
  • Alias: None
  • Year Released: 2005
  • Discontinued: April 20, 2016
  • Developer: Microsoft
  • Product Family: Xbox
  • Generation Number: 7th Generation
  • Backward Compatibility: Yes
  • Specifications:
    • CPU: Custom 3.2 GHz PowerPC Tri-Core
    • GPU: Custom 500 MHz ATI Xenos
    • Memory: 512 MB GDDR3
    • Storage: 20 GB, 60 GB, 120 GB, 250 GB HDD
    • Display Formats: 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p
    • Sound: 5.1 surround sound
    • Controller Input: Xbox 360 Controller
    • Extra: DVD drive, Xbox Live support. Later renditions of the slim refresh era include the Xbox 360 S (2010) and Xbox 360 E (2013).
  • Units Sold: 85.7 million units (As of September, 2023)
  • Predecessor: Xbox Original
  • Successor: Xbox One
  • Company Website: Xbox 360