Microsoft has made a point over the last few years of attempting to steal some of the thunder (and market share) from Apple each time the Cupertino company makes announcements in the world of iPods. True to form, Redmond announced refreshes to its Zune line the night before Apple's "Let's Rock" Event.

So now that the dust has started to settle, how do the players compare? Check out some of the vital specs, after the jump.

--Both player lines now cap out at 120GB. In Apple's case, the Classic gets the prize--the flash-based iPod Touch currently maxes out at 32GB.

--The Flash-based Zunes and the iPod Nanos go head to head in terms of price and capacity: Both offer 8GB and 16GB versions for $149 and $199, respectively.

--Both companies upped the recommendation ante. The Zune will make recommendations based on your listening history and offers new "expert" programmed Zune channels. The iPod, meanwhile, offers the Genius feature via iTunes 8, and now gives users the ability to make quick on-the-go playlists via a new pop-up menu

--As with the iPod touch, Zune users can now download songs via built-in Wi-Fi

--The Zune now ships with two new games: Hexic and Texas Hold 'em. Apple, meanwhile, introduced a number of new App Store games, including Spore Origins, Real Soccer 2009, and a Need for Speed Undercover, all demoed at today's announcement.