Does the Xbox 360 S use the same power cord?

Answered by Cody Janus

The Xbox 360 S does not use the same power cord as the original Xbox. The power supplies for these two consoles are not interchangeable.

The original Xbox, also known as the Xbox 360, uses a different power supply than the Xbox 360 S. The power supply for the original Xbox is a large brick-shaped unit that connects to the console with a proprietary power cord. It delivers a maximum output of 203 watts.

On the other hand, the Xbox 360 S, which is a later version of the console, uses a smaller and more compact power supply. This power supply is also known as the “Slim” power supply. It has a different shape and size compared to the original Xbox power supply. The Xbox 360 S power supply has a maximum output of 135 watts.

It’s important to note that while the power supplies differ in size and shape, they also have different connectors. The original Xbox power supply has a unique connector that is specific to that model, while the Xbox 360 S power supply uses a standard figure-8 connector.

If you own both an original Xbox and an Xbox 360 S, it’s crucial to use the correct power supply for each console. Attempting to use the wrong power supply can potentially damage the console or the power supply itself.

To further clarify, the Xbox 360 S and the Xbox 360 E (another version of the Xbox 360) do share the same power supply. Both consoles use a smaller, more compact power supply with a maximum output of 120 watts. So, if you have an Xbox 360 S or an Xbox 360 E, you can use the same power supply interchangeably between these two models.

The Xbox 360 S does not use the same power cord as the original Xbox. The power supplies for these consoles are not interchangeable. It’s essential to use the correct power supply for each console to avoid any potential damage.