The winner is crowned in the conclusion of the season finale.
The remaining acts perform one last time in Part 1 of the two-part season finale.
One more performer is eliminated in a results edition.
The X Factor USA Season 1 Episode 23 – LIVE Performance Show 7
LIVE Performance Show #6 – Top 5 Perform
LIVE Performance Show #5 – Top 8 Perform. The remaining seven acts perform.
One of the nine remaining finalists is eliminated.
The remaining nine finalists from the four categories perform.
Performers are eliminated in a results edition.
The X Factor USA – Season 1 Episode 11 – LIVE Performance Show 2