WII Technical Specifications

Technical Specifications

Processor

* CPU: IBM PowerPC processor codenamed “Broadway” (made with a 90 nm SOI CMOS process)

GPU

* GPU: ATI “Hollywood” (made with a 90 nm CMOS process[30]).

Memory:

* 1T-SRAM [31]

Ports and peripheral capabilities

* Up to four Wii Remote controllers (connected wirelessly via Bluetooth)
* One SD memory card slot
* Two USB 2.0 ports
* One Sensor Bar port
* Four Nintendo GameCube controller ports
* Two Nintendo GameCube memory card ports
* Compatible with optional USB 2.0 Ethernet LAN adaptor

Storage

* 512 MB built-in flash memory
* Expansion available via SD card memory and USB mass storage[9]
* Slot-loading disc drive compatible with:
o DVD(4.7 GB Single layer or 8.5 GB Dual Layer)
o 8cm GameCube optical disc
* Mask ROM by Macronix[32]

Built-in content ratings systems

* PEGI, ESRB

Video

* Up to 480p and will work with a computer monitor as well as any TV or projector[33]
* Component (including Progressive scan), S-Video, or composite output
* 16:9 widescreen support

Audio

* Main: Stereo – Dolby Pro Logic II-capable[34]
* Controller: Built-in speaker

 

*The console also will have downloadable access to 20 years of fan-favorite titles originally released for Nintendo® 64, the Super Nintendo Entertainment System® (SNES) and even the Nintendo Entertainment System® (NES

 

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