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PS3 vs. Xbox 360

Before you ban me, let me explain. I'm writing a Comparison and Contrast essay. My teacher asked the class because she's considering buying one for her kids. Most of the class said PS3. I disagreed. Another kid and I got into an argument. She told us that was to be our subject whilst the rest of the class could do what they want. Whoever rights a better essay chooses what her kids' fate shall be.

So list a few of the finer points of Xbox 360 for me.

Edit: I will also need some finer points about PS3 to compare them to each other. Good and bad points about both systems are welcome.

[Edited by Toastman, 4/6/2010 4:21:04 PM]

Better exclusive games.
Cheaper (at least it is here)
Achievements > Trophies (makes games last longer)

Trophies and Achievements are the same on both platforms. The GTA Trophies are all the same as the GTA Achievements.

I think first and foremost is a larger online community, both in terms of multiplayer gaming and also in terms of downloadable content.

That is an opinion which cannot be credited; not suitable to a paper for a university course.

Well it's cheaper at least

More exclusive games however, can be credited.

Is that still the case, though?

The PS3 is a blu-ray player which will appeal to the teacher if she likes to watch a lot of movies and has all the HD equipment (HDMI cable and an HDTV).