The Xbox 360 uses composite or component video via a proprietary AV connector on the back, supporting up to 1080i resolution on component displays. Two USB ports on front are shared between controller charging and low-speed data (12Mbps); the rear USB ports run at full USB 2.0 (480Mbps) for storage. An original composite cable produces noticeably softer video than component; modern HDMI adapters are recommended for contemporary TV displays. Here's the complete port breakdown.
Microsoft’s second-generation HD gaming console. Early models (Xenon/Falcon) lacked HDMI; Elite model (2007+) added HDMI 1.2a. Supports up to 1080p output via component or HDMI.
Device Information
- Manufacturer
- Microsoft
- Release Year
- 2005
- Model Number
- Various (Xenon, Zephyr, Falcon, Jasper)
- Category
- gaming-console
Available Ports
| Connector | Quantity | Label | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| HDMI 1.4 (Type A - Standard) | 1 | rear (2007+ models only) | HDMI 1.2a specification; not present on 2005-2006 models. Supports up to 1080p. |
| Proprietary AV Multi-Out (Xbox 360) | 1 | rear | Multi-AV connector for component, composite, VGA, SCART cables |
| USB Type-A (USB 2.0) | 2 | front (behind door) | USB 2.0 for controllers, storage, accessories |
| USB Type-A (USB 2.0) | 1 | rear | USB 2.0 for wireless adapter or storage |
| RJ-45 (100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet) | 1 | rear | 10/100 Fast Ethernet |
| Proprietary Memory Unit Port (Xbox 360) | 2 | front | Proprietary memory card slots |
| Proprietary Power Connector (Xbox 360 Original) | 1 | rear | External power brick required, large connector |
Notes & Compatibility
HDMI 1.2a added with Elite/Zephyr revision (2007). Ethernet is 10/100 (not Gigabit). USB 2.0 ports. Optical TOSLINK available via AV cable dongle on fat models. External power brick. Memory Unit slots on front. Known for Red Ring of Death on early units.
