Rankings
The PlayStation 5 Slim (2023) delivers the same high-end performance as the original PS5 in a more compact, modular design with a 1 TB SSD and optional disc drive. It supports 4K/120 Hz gaming, VR2, and extensive backward compatibility, though it lacks a bundled stand and next-gen connectivity features.
The PS5 Digital Edition is a high-performance, disc-less next-gen console with a powerful CPU/GPU, ultra-fast SSD, and support for 8K video. It ships with a DualSense controller and offers extensive backward compatibility, but its size and limited storage are notable drawbacks.
The PlayStation 5 Disc Edition is a high-performance next-gen console featuring a custom AMD CPU/GPU, ultra-fast SSD, and a 4K UHD Blu-ray drive. It delivers up to 4K 120 fps gaming and extensive backward compatibility, but its large footprint and limited internal storage are notable drawbacks.
The Sony PlayStation 4 500GB (Renewed) is a refurbished eighth-generation console offering solid 1080p performance, a large game library, and VR support. It includes a DualShock 4 controller but is limited by its modest storage, lack of 4K/HDR, and older connectivity standards.
The PlayStation Classic is a miniature replica of the original PS1 that offers 20 preloaded games and HDMI output for modern TVs. Its nostalgic design and plug-and-play simplicity appeal to retro fans, but limited storage, lack of modern features, and PAL speed issues limit its appeal.
| Attribute | | | | | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
10.3 TFLOPSbest | — | 10.3 TFLOPSbest | 10.28 TFLOPS | 1.84 TFLOPS | |
3.5 GHzbest | 1.5 GHz | 3.5 GHzbest | 3.5 GHzbest | 1.6 GHz | |
16 GBbest | 1 GB | 16 GBbest | 16 GBbest | 8 GB | |
825 GB | 16 GB | 825 GB | 1,000 GBbest | 500 GB | |
1 Gbpsbest | — | 1 Gbpsbest | 1 Gbpsbest | 1 Gbpsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.454 kg | 0.17 kgbest | 4.5 kg | 0.974 kg | 0.22 kg |
| ↓ lower better | — | 5 Wbest | 215 W | — | 165 W |
| ↓ lower better | 7.62 cmbest | 10.16 cm | 39 cm | 42.545 cm | 15.24 cm |
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Performance(4) | |||||
GPU Performance (TFLOPS) | 10.3 TFLOPS | — | 10.3 TFLOPS | 10.28 TFLOPS | 1.84 TFLOPS |
CPU Clock Speed (GHz) | 3.5 GHz | 1.5 GHz | 3.5 GHz | 3.5 GHz | 1.6 GHz |
System Memory (RAM) (GB) | 16 GB | 1 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 8 GB |
Maximum Resolution | 8K | 720p | 8K | 8K | 1080p |
Storage(2) | |||||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 825 GB | 16 GB | 825 GB | 1000 GB | 500 GB |
Storage Type | NVMe SSD | eMMC | NVMe SSD | SSD | HDD |
Connectivity(3) | |||||
Wi‑Fi | true | false | true | true | true |
Ethernet Port | true | false | true | true | true |
Bluetooth | true | false | true | true | true |
Power & Energy(1) | |||||
Power Consumption (Max) (W) | — | 5 W | 215 W | — | 165 W |
Build & Design(2) | |||||
Weight (kg) | 0.4536 kg | 0.1701 kg | 4.5 kg | 0.97423 kg | 0.22 kg |
Height (cm) | 7.62 cm | 10.16 cm | 39.0 cm | 42.545 cm | 15.24 cm |
Warranty(1) | |||||
Warranty Period (years) | 1 years | — | — | 0.25 years | 0.25 years |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the PS5 Digital Edition for its lightning-fast SSD, powerful custom CPU/GPU, and the innovative DualSense controller, while noting the lack of a disc drive and its bulkiness.
Everyday users love the near-instant loading and immersive DualSense experience, but complain about limited storage, the console's bulk, and the inability to use physical media.
“pulling a bow in Horizon feels real.”
“No more coffee breaks between zones.”
“Deleted God of War Ragnarök to install Final Fantasy VII Rebirth.”
Professional reviewers praised the PlayStation Classic's faithful recreation of the original hardware and its plug-and-play convenience, but overwhelmingly criticized its weak game lineup, PAL-related frame-rate problems, lack of upscaling, and outdated controllers.
Everyday users celebrate the nostalgic look, easy setup, and inclusion of beloved titles, yet repeatedly complain about PAL speed slowdowns, short controller cables, missing classic games, and the lack of modern features.
Professional reviewers commend the PS5 Disc Edition for its cutting-edge hardware, 4K 120 fps performance, ray-tracing, and the added value of a 4K UHD Blu-ray drive, while noting the console's large footprint as the primary downside.
Everyday users rave about the DualSense controller's haptic feedback, lightning-fast load times, and the convenience of playing both physical PS4 games and 4K movies, but complain about the console's size, limited storage, fan noise, and heat.
Professional reviewers rate the PS5 Slim highly, highlighting its unchanged performance, reduced footprint, modular disc drive, and larger SSD, while noting the missing bundled stand and lack of Wi-Fi 7 as minor drawbacks.
Everyday users appreciate the rapid load times, immersive DualSense feel, and 4K visuals, but complain about game pricing, storage management, and the need for a separate stand.
Professional reviewers praised the PS4 for its powerful hardware, intuitive UI, and standout DualShock 4 controller, while noting the lack of 4K/HDR and modest storage as trade-offs against higher-end variants.
Everyday users appreciate the console's reliability, value, and the quality of the DualShock 4, often noting that it works like new out of the box, but complain about fan noise, limited storage, and older Wi-Fi standards.
