HT Games
The Xbox 360 S ("Slim") (2010) improved on the Elite (2007) in nearly every way:
| Feature | Elite | Slim (S) |
|---|---|---|
| Release | 2007 | 2010 |
| Size/Weight | Larger, glossy black, angular | Smaller, matte black, rounded; ~30% lighter |
| Hard Drive | 120 GB included | 4 / 250 / 320 GB (model-dependent) |
| Wi-Fi | External adapter required ($) | Built-in 802.11n |
| Power Supply | Large external brick | Internal (smaller external brick on early S) |
| USB Ports | 1 front | 3 front (+2 rear on some) |
| Noise | Louder (DVD drive + fans) | Significantly quieter |
| Reliability | Prone to RRoD | Redesigned motherboard; far lower failure rate |
| Price at Launch | $449 | $299 (4 GB) / $399 (250 GB) |
The Slim is superior: quieter, cooler, Wi-Fi ready, more USB ports, and more reliable. The Elite's only edge was a larger default HDD—but the Slim's drive is user-replaceable (standard 2.5" SATA).