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Customer Reviews for Xbox Refurbished 360 250GB Console
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Xbox Refurbished 360 250GB Console
Model: XB360-S250GH
SKU: 1419083
UPC: 813774011154
The new Xbox 360 is here with a sleek new look and powerful new features. Featuring a gloss black finish, a 250GB hard drive and Wi-Fi capability, the Xbox 360 250GB Console brings you to the brink of innovation and the future of gaming. Built-in 802.11n Wi-Fi provides a faster and easier connection to Xbox Live to stream HD movies and TV shows or download games in 1080p and 5.1 surround sound. The internal, removable 250GB hard drive offers plenty of space to save games, HD shows and movies and more. This model features a dedicated, specialized port to connect seamlessly with the Kinect Sensor — allowing you to literally jump right into the game. Connect to a global network of individuals who share your interests and passions. Communicate via voice, text and video chat, or engage in global competition. You can even download content from the Xbox Live Marketplace. Connect more accessories and storage devices easily with five USB ports, and enjoy booming sound from your A/V receiver with the integrated optical audio out port. The system comes with a black wireless controller and a black headset. With its sleek new black design, this super-quiet model of the Xbox 360 console delivers a variety of entertainment options from HD movies and TV to high-definition gaming and the revolutionary motion-capturing technology of Kinect.
Average Customer Rating:
3.8
out of 5
(12 Reviews) 12
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67% of customers would recommend this product to a friend
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8 out of
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Customer Reviews for Xbox Refurbished 360 250GB Console
Review 1 for Xbox Refurbished 360 250GB Console
Posted by: Anonymous
from Kalamazoo, MI
on 01/20/2011
Value for Price
5.0
Functionality
5.0
Performance
5.0
Graphics
4.0
What's great about it: Sleek, compact design. Excellent new features.
What's not so great: Shows dirt and dust, very quickly
Buying the Xbox refurbished was an awesome choice. With all of the packages now practically forcing the Kinect on you, it was great to get a big hard drive without having to get a peripheral you may not use. The product I got was factory quality, there were hardly even fingerprints on the system.
After a month of intense playing, there aren't any issues yet. As I'm someone who rarely remembers to turn off their gaming systems, the Xbox has probably been continuously running for weeks, and so far there have been no issues with overheating or dreaded red lights. The advertised "whisper-quiet" fans are a welcome feature, there have only been a couple of times where the fan and other system noises have caught my attention.
Other awesome functions include the touch-sensitive buttons, although there's always potential for malfunction, they feel much more natural for use. The integrated WiFi is a real money-saver, as the wifi adapters for the Xbox have been ludicrously overpriced for the past few years, and the early models didn't always have the most impressive performance, and were prone to broken latches. The WiFi performance on the new 360 is superb.
Lastly, Microsoft has removed the slots for Xbox Memory Units, opting instead for more USB support. The added slots for USB units is a blessing for those with friends who like to game on one system, as you can store your profile permanently on a USB drive, making it easily transportable from location-to-location. If you've been using memory units, I would suggest picking up a decent-sized flash drive to dedicate to your Xbox, for the transfer of profiles and important game-saves.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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+61points
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Review 2 for Xbox Refurbished 360 250GB Console
Gooodddd onneeeeee
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: gvtrv
on 04/04/2012
tooo gooood to have one like this . very good one . Suprb
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 3 for Xbox Refurbished 360 250GB Console
Pathectic
Customer Rating
1.0
Posted by: KEM554991
on 05/06/2011
What's great about it: Good price, fairly quick service
What's not so great: LOTS of scratches, possibly bad fan, damaged controller
I recently ordered a 250GB XBOX 360 Slim through BestBuy and I was initially impressed, though I quickly realized this system was not as great as I originally thought. The system has an absolutely ridiculous number of scratches (this was supposed to be a cosmetic reconditioning), the top and bottom sections of the included controller are separating (creating a ridge of raised plastic that makes holding the controller VERY uncomfortable), they failed to mention the fact that the ugly pink wax on the eject button was the ONLY thing the silver inserts on, at least twice today I have caught the fan making strange grinding noises, etc. I fully intend on returning this unit for a refund and taking my business elsewhere.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
-6points
64out of 134found this review helpful.
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Review 4 for Xbox Refurbished 360 250GB Console
Don't chance it.
Customer Rating
1.0
Posted by: qurn
from Lansing, MI
on 03/21/2011
What's great about it: N/A
What's not so great: Doesn't work...
My boyfriend and I ordered one last week, and it just arrived today. To put it succinctly: it worked, until we actually put a game in and try to play it, then it started freezing and red ringing. :/ Completely disappointed. We're going to go return it and get the new one instead, because the gamble isn't worth it just to save 50 dollars. I'm sure lots of people have gotten perfectly good refurbished models, but the chance honestly isn't worth it.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
-16points
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Review 5 for Xbox Refurbished 360 250GB Console
Better to buy new
Customer Rating
2.0
Posted by: sreed07
from Gainesville, Fl
on 03/10/2011
What's great about it: Nothing really, not satisfied.
What's not so great: Not worth it for the price. Spend the extra money.
I definitely suggest buying new. The one I recieved was worn down but not too bad, and after a few hours of playing it started freezing, even after it sat all night it froze in my first 20 minutes of playing the next day, the cooling fans were also a lot louder than they should be. I took it to the local Best Buy store and exchanged it, I spent a little extra money just to get the new one. No hassles everybody was nice. I got reimbursed full price including the tax and expidited shipping.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
+48points
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Review 6 for Xbox Refurbished 360 250GB Console
Good alternative to N.I.B.
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: ShadowsInertia
from Pittsburgh, PA
on 01/29/2011
Value for Price
4.0
Functionality
5.0
Performance
5.0
Graphics
5.0
What's great about it: Price is better!
What's not so great: Not same bundle as store shelf unit.
I purchased a refurbished new style of the XBOX360.
It works great.
I paid $50 less than a unit on the store shelves. It didn't come with the bundled games. The games would retail for roughly $120. A slightly lower price would have been better. That is why I gave it a GOOD rating in the "Value for Price." If it came with the bundle, I would have given it an EXCELLENT rating in the "Value for Price."
It has a N.I.B. warranty, & I see it as the unit has been tested 2 times & therefore I am more likely to get more out of it.
All in all, I am happy with my purchase.
I would recommend this to a friend!
+31points
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Review 7 for Xbox Refurbished 360 250GB Console
Excellent
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: CEWII
from Western Maryland
on 01/20/2011
Value for Price
5.0
Functionality
5.0
Performance
5.0
Graphics
5.0
What's great about it: Great price.
First time I have bought refurbished. I couldn't pass the deal up. Looked brand new, still has a warenty. Great buy.
I would recommend this to a friend!
+27points
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Review 8 for Xbox Refurbished 360 250GB Console
Great deal
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: Topher5
on 01/19/2011
Value for Price
5.0
Functionality
5.0
Performance
4.0
Graphics
5.0
What's great about it: Saves $
What's not so great: unit and games were sent differently and arrived at different times
This was a great deal. I was upgrading from a V-smiles for my children to an X-box 360 with kinect sensor. This saved me enought $ that I was able to get some ghames as well. I will definately shop at the discount store again
I would recommend this to a friend!
+16points
29out of 42found this review helpful.
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Review 9 for Xbox Refurbished 360 250GB Console
Received Excellent Review from my Teen Son
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: AFish12
from Johnston, RI
on 01/19/2011
What's great about it: A little cheaper than NEW
What's not so great: Comes in a plain brown box
Well... during the holidays it was nearly impossible to get my hands on this system. Since this was #1 on my sons list it was a priority for me. When I found the refurbished console available I was happy, but hesitant. After reading the reviews and checking with other sources, AND reviewing BestBuy's return policy, I decided to give it a try. The only downer was the fact that it was shipped in a boring brown box - dosen't help with the "wow" effect on Christmas morning. Luckily a local shop provided a display box that I used.
My son was thrilled with the console and confirmed quickly that it worked just fine. He brings it with him wherever he goes and uses it along with his laptop to make gaming videos, etc. I would certainly buy a refurbished unit again from BestBuy!
I would recommend this to a friend!
+36points
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Review 10 for Xbox Refurbished 360 250GB Console
No problems at all.
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: JGWY
from Wyoming
on 01/19/2011
Value for Price
5.0
Functionality
5.0
Performance
5.0
Graphics
5.0
I was worried about ordering a re-furbished X-Box but it has been great.
I would recommend this to a friend!
+8points
13out of 18found this review helpful.
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Review 11 for Xbox Refurbished 360 250GB Console
Great Product
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: chewbakka
from Milwaukee, Wi
on 12/06/2010
Value for Price
4.0
Functionality
5.0
Performance
5.0
Graphics
5.0
What's great about it: its great features, compatible with kinect
What's not so great: no blue-ray
this is a great produce and has many features that provide hours of entertainment. it is a great working console and i strongly recommend getting it. You can use it to go on facebook, twitter, netflix, and espn. Plus with all those features its an amazing console.
I would recommend this to a friend!
+25points
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Review 12 for Xbox Refurbished 360 250GB Console
DONT BUY
Customer Rating
1.0
Posted by: cfoggia
from Portland, Or
on 11/11/2010
Value for Price
1.0
Functionality
1.0
Performance
1.0
Graphics
1.0
What's great about it: Nothing
What's not so great: Not under Warranty
I urge everyone out there in the world to not buy refurbished. You are wasting your money. Spend the extra dough to get a new unit, at least then you will have warranty. These break and microsoft will not repair because they have mismatched parts. DONT BUY!!!!!!
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from Best Buy:By BestBuy.com Customer Care, 11/29/2010
While there are very rare instances of a faulty unit shipping, this refurbished gaming console comes from a highly reputable third-party refurbisher who follows a very exacting set of quality standards. This refurbisher offers a 90-day warranty guaranteeing that they will fix the issue or replace the unit within that 90 day period after purchase (this policy is on a card included the packaging). If need be, customers can also return the product within the standard 30-day return window for Best Buy purchases – either in-store or by mailing the product back to Best Buy. If you do need warranty service, we encourage customers to utilize this service during the period in which it is offered. We also encourage customers to read reviews on our other refurbished console models as we have many customers who are quite pleased with their purchase of refurbished units and have had no issues.
+522points
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