You know I am seriously considering the core. I don't need another headset (I have two), I am going to buy one wired controller anyway (for PC use), I plan on upgrading the 20 GB hard drive to the 40 GB or larger for storing TV shows, I don't need an ethernet cable, I would probably rather have the larger remote or even the Logitech remote (rather than the mini Microsoft remote). The only thing I want to keep in the premium pack is the component video cable. I would probably rather have the silver disc drive tray cover though.