Products such as Microsoft's Xbox 360 and Sony's
Playstation 3 have grabbed undeniable attention in the
consumer electronics market. During holidays, birthdays and
other occasions, parents rush out to get the latest games or
consoles to give as gifts to their children. But unlike more
general products and gifts such as handbags, items for pets,
household products, knives or leather goods, the electronics
products such as these often come with an ongoing price tag,
with new games being released indefinitely. That's why
consumers should compare these products carefully before
buying.
A
Power Comparison
Electronics can be compared in several areas, with one
being power. The Xbox 360 overwhelmingly surpasses the
Playstation 3 when it comes to power. Its CPU (central
processing unit) and GPU (graphics processing unit) have more
processing power than the PS 3. The memory bandwidth of the
Xbox 360 exceeds that of the Playstation 3 by five
times!
However, don't let the power capabilities be the only
determining factor. Playstation 3 still has lots of power when
compared with older consoles, and the graphics are terrific as
well. Also, it has a unique "cell chip," which is expected to
help developers get even more power for games, but it's yet to
be seen what will come of this. In comparison, there are still
a couple of other things to consider.
Software Availability
The software (or video game) war is on now more than
ever. Games are being defined by play-time, number of levels,
quality of graphics, reality factors, and how they can be used
online. Kids and adults alike are anxiously awaiting new games
to be released to put them to the test in all these areas.
Those wanting the online capabilities will find that Xbox 360
is geared that way.
With so many independent software developers, games are
being released today that are either/or when it comes to the
console Those who own a Playstation 3 console will be able to
buy the PS 3 version of the game. The same goes for Xbox 360!
So, this makes it more difficult to differentiate between the
consoles in terms of the types of games offered. It's the
actual features and capabilities of the console that will
determine the consumer's final decision.
Pricing for Consoles and Games
Pricing is another determining factor. It's usually
based on the "newness" of the console or game. However, with
new games and consoles being released, consumers won't find
cheap prices on these electronics just yet. It's like buying
automotive parts for a brand new car - there are no used or
discounted parts because it's all new!
Unlike buying jewelry, leather goods or a gift set of
kitchen knives, choosing the right game console has to be a
personal decision based on the features and capabilities
desired. Many electronics are designed that way thanks to the
ever-changing world of technology!
Chris Robertson is an author of Majon International,
one of the worlds MOST popular internet marketing companies on
the web. Learn more about Shopping Comparison Xbox and PS 3 or
Majon's Electronics directory.
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