XBox360 Elite? What's the point?

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XGamer0611 said:

Blappo said:

When the Elite was first released it had more value than the Pro since it had a 120GB HDD vs a 20GB and it was the only model with an HDMI output.

What is the point of MS continuing with the XBox 360 Elite?  It costs $100 more than a Pro and the only differences I can see are that it's black, has a 60GB larger HDD and comes with an HDMI cable.  The colour is personal choice and an HDMI cable can be purchased for under $10-$20 if you avoid "namebrands".  Is the larger HDD really worth the extra $80-$90 more?  Unless you need the space right away I would wait a year or two and MS will probably release a 250GB HDD for the cost of the 120GB now (although that still is overpriced).  Am I missing some additional differences or is MS just doing a cash grab on unknowing customers and those who value the elite status of the black console?

 

I agree sith you Blappo. I think there is no point to the Elite anymore as well. Yes, it has 60 GB more in space but what are people using there X360's HDD's for. I've had a 20 GB system for about 2 years and still have over 10 GB of space and I have downloaded demos, games and other DLC. I think your best point is the HDMI, the Elite was elite when it was the only SKU that had HDMI now all of them do. @S.T.A.G.E, so what if it comes with an HDMI cable in box as cheap as HDMI cables are I could pick one up on the cheap.

Good post, Blappo

Sidenote: My 500th post, cool!

 

Um....it would still add up dude. An HDMI cable costs $49.99. The 120 GB HD costs $150. Buying the elite you essentially save yourself $100 upgrading from the premium Xbox 360. The Elite is a great deal and still has plenty of relevance. To upgrade to the same quality materials the Elite has from the premium it would cost $199.99 plus tax. Plus with the Elite you get the console and controller in black.