Hobbies And Interests
Controls
The Xbox 360 features a traditional controller with multiple buttons and contours designed for two hands. The Wii, on the other hand, has two separate controllers, a remote and a nunchuk. They attach together, and they work two different ways. You can move characters on the screen by physically moving the controllers.The Wii remote can be flipped horizontally and used as a traditional gaming controller. The nunchuk serves as a joystick for detailed movements a directional pad does not offer.
Games
The Wii targets families and younger players in many of its games. The Xbox 360 has a heavier quotient of games with adult themes. The Wii plays games from its predecessor, the GameCube. The Xbox 360 plays games from the first Xbox. The Wii also has an online option, the WiiWare channel, with downloadable copies of games from older Nintendo systems. The Xbox 360 has a firmware component that allows you to download games from the original Xbox.
Storage and Space
Both systems have 512 MB of RAM memory. The Wii has a 4.7 GB hard drive with room for SD card expansion. The Xbox 360 comes with a 20 GB hard drive that can be detached.
Ports
The Xbox 360 features three USB ports, while the Wii has none. The 360 also has a spot for two memory add-ons, while the Wii supports one. Both systems have four controller ports.
Processing and Graphics
The Wii has a 243 MHz processor made by ATI Hollywood, while the Xbox 360 has a 500 MHz ATI processor. The Wii maxes out at 480p resolution, and the Xbox 360 carries a resolution up to 720p.
Add-ons
Microsoft released the Xbox 360 Kinect in November of 2010. The Kinect moves characters through the the Xbox controller, thus making it similar to the Wii remote. The "Wii Fit" game has a mat to help with work outs, while some games like "Mario Kart Wii" are operated with an external driving wheel.
Price
As of late 2010, the Wii retails for $199.99, while the Xbox 360 retails for $299.99.