X-Box360 vs. PS3

By Philip Woods

Interestingly enough, practically everyone that's considering purchasing a new gaming console usually ends up asking which is better, the PlayStation 3 or the X-Box360. However, you ideally need to take a good look at both the platforms in order to determine what features each one has, and what it is that sets them apart. Remember, both platforms make use of the very latest technology, including graphics and audio. Also, even though the specifications for both platforms may seem to be practically identical on paper, in reality you may find that there's quite a big difference in terms of reliability as well as performance.

While there are some games you will find for the Playstation 3 that you won't find on the X-Box, overall, the 360 has a greater variety of games, and far more titles. Many titles can be found for both gaming platforms, and the cost of new games is very close for both consoles. You can play DVDs on both, but the PS3 has the new Blue Ray, and is better able to play older games, from other Playstation consoles.

Even with built in Blue Ray as a built in feature, Playstation has always had problems dealing with playing movies on their game consoles. If you really want a Blue Ray player, it would be cheaper just to buy one. This is not saying the Playstation isn't a really good gaming platform. Many who now have an X-Box360 were avid Playstation fans, who didn't need so many bells and whistles at the price of the new unit.

Those who are currently considering purchasing a new gaming console should ideally go online in order to find out more about the different product descriptions. Not only will this allow you to determine the various features which each console has, but you'll also be able to see if there are any new products about to be released for the different consoles. Let's face it; with newer designs coming out continuously, choosing a new gaming platform is not always an easy task anymore.

One extremely good point to remember if you're considering purchasing a PlayStation 3, is that it includes a built in Linux computer which makes accessing the Internet a breeze, simply by utilizing your TV and your phone line. In that respect buying a PlayStation 3 is certainly a cheaper alternative to purchasing the various components separately. On the other hand, if your aim is to purchase a console at a reasonable price, and one which has an abundance of titles, then perhaps you should consider the X-Box360 instead. If you do then you should seriously think about purchasing the deluxe package rather than the basic one or even the arcade addition, in that the deluxe package includes an extra 60 GB hard drive.

Irrespective of which one you end up choosing, you shouldn't purchase either of them until you've compared prices as well as other things such as warranties and etc. You may also want to research shipping and handling fees although most outlets now have an online presence. Essentially, this means that if you find one online, you can simply have its shipped to the store which means you avoid having to pay any shipping charges. Of course, over and above being able to save on shipping, ordering your console this way also means that should it be defective, it will be easier for you to return it. Lastly, this will also allow you to go in and to discuss the problem directly with a representative, rather than trying to get hold of someone over the phone where in most cases you'll just be put on hold again and again and again. - 29872

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