Xbox 360 slim 3RRod ?

Finally Microsoft lunch new version of Xbox 360 called xbox 360 slim on June 2010, this new version lunch because on old have major problem related to overheating problem – as we know most old Xbox 360 will broke after several month / years of usage. If we look on Xbox 360 design, the major differences compare with old Xbox 360 is its size, where Xbox 360 slim has smaller shape with previous one. The new model has a sleek black case, with angular lines more reminiscent of the original Xbox than the 360.

Xbox 360 slim have smaller share compare with previous type

Glossy look of this new type xbox 360 slim shows this Xbox 360 slim is more advance and use latest technology from Microsoft.

.With smaller shape and glossy look will Xbox 360 slim will have better reliability compare with previous one? of course Microsoft not only upgrade its share and its look,  Xbox 360 slim also have several upgrade inside  

Xbox 360 slim chip and motherboard.   

Xbox 360 slim have new GPU and CPU chip where those are combine into one single chip. Fewer chips will produce less heat and less power consumption but this single chip will generate more heat compare with single CPU or GPU chip. Good news it Microsoft equipped with CollerMaster fan so can reduce heat produce by this combined chip 

 Xbox 360 slim motherboard

Xbox 360 slim has new headsink and Fan. 

I very surprised on old Xbox 360 where Microsoft only equipped GPU with very small of headsink. This headsink won't adequate enough to transfer head which produce by GPU chip - some Xbox gamer have to modify their console to prevent xbox 360 from overheating - i have to add 12volt fan in the back of console to suck hot air from GPU chip

Xbox 360 slim Fan and Headsink

Xbox 360 slim have new design of air circulation system. Fresh air will goes into xbox 360 slim and make GPU+CPU and headsink cooler. This is same with all PC air circulation system whereas fan used to blow fresh air and not used to hot air out from system.  

Xbox 360 Overheating warning. Last  thing new from Xbox 360 slim is Xbox 360 will show an information when console start overheating. All process will stop and game will ask to shut down their console and wait several minute before console can be used again.

 Xbox 360 slim overheating

Will these changes preventing Xbox 360 slim from overheating problem? Well we have to wait several months to find it out

Xbox 360 slim, what changed?

 When Microsoft announced Xbox 360 slim on Electronic Entertainment Expo this year, most people are surprised then asking what change compare with old xbox 360? Well i will try to describe changes on Xbox 360 slim.

1. Shape Xbox 360 Console

First is about size of console, "Slim" meaning this xbox is smaller than the old one and also with lower power consumption. Second about power and DVD drive buttons are also touch-sensitive, same with PS3. It’s a sweet feature that saves the console from wear-and-tear through repeated button mashing.

Xbox 360 slim have smaller shape

2. Power Brick

Which was one of the bigger issues with the original Xbox 360 model. It’s also shrunken down between one to two inches in size, and weighs a little less than the original brick. Still, size makes a difference in some entertainment centers, so take that for what you will.

Power brick also reduce in shape

Xbox 360 slim: Better or Worse?

One of the less surprising things to come out of the Electronic Entertainment Expo this year was the announcement of a new “slim” model of the Xbox 360. Microsoft has been planning it for some time, but we weren’t expecting it to launch so quickly, as it’s now available at (most) retail stores.

TechNewsDaily managed to get our hands on one to test it out, and see if it’s any better – or worse – than the current Xbox 360 model.

First off, it’s not entirely slimmer, just smaller. The unit is roughly about an inch and a half smaller in size, with a sleeker clear plastic build for its case. While we like the shiny black look, it’s susceptible to fingerprints, just like the older model PlayStation 3 consoles. Fortunately, you can wipe them off and go about your way (although they’ll be back, count on it.)

The power and DVD drive buttons are also touch-sensitive, similar to the PS3. It’s a sweet feature that saves the console from wear-and-tear through repeated button mashing.

Then there’s the power brick, which was one of the bigger issues with the original Xbox 360 model. It’s also shrunken down between one to two inches in size, and weighs a little less than the original brick. Still, size makes a difference in some entertainment centers, so take that for what you will.

Other hardware improvements

The hard drive included with the Xbox 360 Slim is much smaller than in previous models. Rather than an oblong, silver-colored device that snaps onto the top of a console, it’s a tinier, 2.5-inch diskette-style hard drive that’s a little harder to remove. And, yes, once you upgrade to the Xbox 360, you can transfer data from one console to another. You simply need to plunk down $10 for the transfer cable.

Xbox 360 Slim comes with two additional USB ports. The original console has three, so if you’re someone that likes to plug things in (like wired controllers, the Xbox Camera or a stereo headset) you’ll find plenty of room to do that here. It also works with the new USB hard drives that Microsoft introduced a little while ago, which you’ll need to use since the new model doesn’t come with memory card slots.

Now, let’s discuss one of the bigger problems that has plagued earlier Xbox 360 models – the “red ring of death.”

Older systems managed to overheat, and when they got too hot, the system stopped and three red lights flashed on the front switch. With the Xbox 360 Slim, such a danger is (almost) a thing of the past. A new Valhalla chip set enables the system to run much quieter than earlier models, although it does tend to get hot on the top vent, so watch your hands. If it gets too hot for its own good, the system will automatically shut down to avoid a “red ring of death.” While that’s something that saves you a costly trip to UPS to send the system back, it can also throw you off if you’re in the middle of a time-consuming game, like “Final Fantasy XIII” or “Gears of War 2.” To patiently wait for the system to cool down may be asking too much for more avid gamers.

Built-in Wi-fi

The newer system also comes with built-in Wi-fi. Before the release of the Slim, if you wanted to use Wi-fi, you needed to buy a separate connector for $100. It’s nice to have it included in the system, and connecting to our network very easily. Furthermore, the system is also “Kinect” ready, so you can attach the motion sensitive controller right to the system without the need of an additional power source. No word yet on how this will affect the heat output, but we’ll find out soon enough.

The Xbox 360 Slim comes with the system, necessary A/V cables and power brick, a wireless controller and the 250 GB hard drive. While that’s a pretty decent package for $300, keep in mind that the bundle doesn’t include any games out of the box (unlike the company’s Elite and Arcade packages) and also doesn’t come with an HDMI cable. So, if you want to go hi-def, you’ll need to either use the attachment from your previous system or fork over some money for a new one.

Overall, we do like the Xbox 360 Slim. It has its missing components (game, HDMI cable) and funky PlayStation 3-like shell, but it’s a more efficient machine than previous Xbox 360 models. And no more “red ring of death” either. It’s not perfect, but it’s a step in the right direction.

xbox 360 power comparison

One of the main reason why Microsoft several type of Xbox 360 is power consumption,whereas lowest power consumption will generate less heat and finally will preventing xbox 360 have RRoD problem. Below is comparison power consumption between xbox 360 slim and all type of old xbox 360

Seems that xbox 360 slim consume only 75% than xbox 360 Jasper in idle mode and ~80% when playing Gears of Wars 2. This maybe because xbox 360 slim only use one chip (compare with old xbox 360 using two chips) leading xbox 360 slim consumes less power. This difference also make xbox 360 slim fan produce less noise as mentioned below

Power difference also make Microsoft have to redesign xbox 360 power supply and this make bad news for us as the new power brick isn’t compatible with the old Xbox 360s. At 135W it isn’t enough to power even the Jasper Xbox 360 and thus you get a new power connector. It’s much lighter than the old unit and a bit smaller, but still larger than anything you’d get with a notebook for obvious reasons.

Xbox 360 slim also have different shape with old xbox 360 but we hope this new power adapter is reliable enough