Original URL: http://www.theregister.co.uk/2011/06/13/microsoft_reveals_new_xbox_360_soc/
Microsoft amalgamates Xbox 360 organs
Chip fusion
Posted in Games, 13th June 2011 10:30 GMT
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Microsoft has revealed an all-new system-on-chip (SoC) processor for Xbox 360 Slim models, which could pave the way for cheaper and more power-efficient consoles.
The new SoC combines the CPU, GPU memory and I/O logic into one chip, dramatically reducing the manufacturing costs. While this provides greater efficiency with less heat output, the console's motherboard and power supply can come down in size [1] too, IBTimes reports.
Slim fast
The company insists there will be no compatibility issues with the new consoles.
With Microsoft's next-gen console expected around 2015, the company certainly needs a fresh angle to traffic more of its current tech. The new SoC could pave the way for a price drop.
There's no word on when the new Slim consoles will launch, but we'll keep you posted. ®