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Processor and Graphics Speed
The Wii has an IBM Broadway processor that operates at 729 MHZ and uses a maximum of 1.9 gigabytes of bandwidth per second. The graphics run on a ATI Hollywood GPU processor.
Connections and Ports
There are two USB ports in the rear of the Nintendo Wii console. Specific controllers for games like "Rock band" are connected through those ports. Four ports for GameCube controllers are on the side of the console. The Wii controllers are connected wirelessly to the system, but the steering wheel and light gun can be connected through the Wii Remote.
Memory
The Wii comes with 512 MB of flash memory and 64 MB of dynamic random access memory (DRAM). The central memory unit, or what is considered to be the main memory, is recognized as the SRAM or static random access memory. The Wii has 24 MB of SRAM.
Audio Specifications
The Wii has analog stereo audio with Dolby Pro Logic II so it can be connected to and work with surround sound systems. The speaker cables come standard with the Wii console. The audio ports are located on the side of the unit.
Resolution and Internet Connectivity
The Nintendo Wii can be attached to high-definition television sets and play back in a 480i resolution. The Wii also has WIFI capabilities of 802.11 B or G. B and G refer to the protocols required to run standard wireless home internet modems. They operate at speeds of 2.4 gigahertz. The Wii also has an internal Bluetooth chip that uses the Bluetooth 2.0 system.