Nintendo DS Lite Black
Score: 78/100Sony PSP 3000 Blue
Score: 78/100Rankings
The Nintendo DS Lite is a slimmer, brighter redesign of the original DS offering dual screens, long battery life, and backward compatibility with Game Boy Advance games, making it a solid retro handheld.
The Sony PSP 3000 (Blue) is the most refined PSP model, offering a brighter LCD, built-in microphone, and extensive multimedia support, though it lacks modern connectivity like Bluetooth and has limited battery life.
| Attribute | | Sony PSP 3000 Blue |
|---|---|---|
3.12 inches | 4.3 inchesbest | |
0.004 GB | 0.064 GBbest | |
1,000 mAh | 1,200 mAhbest | |
— | 0.333 GHzbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 218 g | 189 gbest |
0 GBbest | 0 GB |
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| Attribute | | Sony PSP 3000 Blue |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 6-19 hours | 4-6 hours |
Battery Capacity (mAh) | 1000 mAh | 1200 mAh |
Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 218 g | 189 g |
Display(3) | ||
Display Resolution (pixels) | 256x192 pixels | 480x272 pixels |
Screen Size (inches) | 3.12 inches | 4.3 inches |
Touchscreen | true | false |
Performance(2) | ||
RAM (GB) | 0.004 GB | 0.064 GB |
CPU Model | ARM946E-S, ARM7TDMI | MIPS R4000 |
Software(1) | ||
Operating System | Nintendo DS firmware | Proprietary |
Storage(3) | ||
Internal Storage (GB) | 0.000256 GB | 0 GB |
Expandable Storage | false | true |
Storage Type | Flash | Memory Stick |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praised the DS Lite for its brighter displays, ergonomic improvements, and extended battery life, noting only minor drawbacks like outdated Wi-Fi security and lack of USB charging.
Everyday users consistently praise its portability, long battery life, and clear screens, while complaining about hinge durability and the lack of modern connectivity.
Professional reviewers praised the PSP 3000 for its refined display, added microphone, and comprehensive multimedia features, labeling it the peak of the PSP hardware generation.
Everyday users highlight the sturdy build, large game library, and portability, while complaining about UMD drive reliability, lack of Bluetooth, and diminishing battery life.
“I've had this for about a year now and I take it everywhere I go.”
