PlayStation 3 160GB
Score: 65/100
Microsoft Xbox One 500GB White
Score: 71/100Rankings
The Xbox One 500GB White Quantum Break Bundle offers a premium white aesthetic, a Blu-ray/DVD drive, and the narrative-driven games Quantum Break and Alan Wake on original Xbox One hardware. Its limited 500 GB storage and absence of 4K/HDR keep it from matching newer consoles, and fan noise is a common complaint. Best suited for collectors and fans of the bundled titles who value design and media playback over cutting-edge performance.
The PlayStation 3 Slim 160 GB is a compact console with an upgradeable HDD and Blu-ray playback at 1080p. It trades off some power efficiency and full PS2 hardware support for a smaller footprint. Best for retro gamers who value storage flexibility and Blu-ray media.
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0.256 GB | 8 GBbest | |
160 GB | 500 GBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 250 W | 132.5 Wbest |
4best | 4best | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.23 kgbest | 2.8 kg |
1 | 3best |
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Performance(3) | ||
CPU | Cell Broadband Engine (3.2 GHz) | AMD Jaguar 8-core 1.75GHz |
GPU | NVIDIA RSX Reality Synthesizer (550 MHz) | AMD Radeon GCN 1.31TFLOPS |
System RAM (GB) | 0.256 GB | 8 GB |
Storage(1) | ||
Internal Storage (GB) | 160 GB | 500 GB |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Power Consumption (W) | 250 W | 132.5 W |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | 802.11 b/g/n | 802.11n |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.23 kg | 2.8 kg |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | 16.0×21.3×34.3 cm cm | 31.98×17.78×36.58 cm cm |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Accessories | 1 | 3 |
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Professional commentary emphasizes the PS3 Slim 160 GB as an efficiency upgrade over the original Fat model, noting its markedly smaller size, lighter weight, and reduced power draw while still delivering full 1080p HDMI output and Blu-ray playback. However, reviewers also flag the loss of full hardware PS2 compatibility and a higher power consumption relative to the later Super Slim revision.
Consumer feedback is sparse, but the limited comments that appear praise the upgradeable storage and Blu-ray movie capabilities. Users also acknowledge the console's compact form factor as a practical advantage for living-room setups.
“gorgeous and rare”
“mind-blowing episodes”
“need external drive immediately”
Professional reviewers commend the bundle's collectible white design and the combined value of Quantum Break and Alan Wake, noting the games' strong narrative and visual appeal. However, they criticize the limited 500 GB storage, lack of 4K/HDR, and occasional optimization issues on the base Xbox One hardware, positioning the bundle as a niche collector's item rather than a cutting-edge gaming platform.
Everyday users love the rare white look, the comfort of the controller, and the story-driven games, especially praising Quantum Break's live-action episodes. Recurring complaints focus on the small internal HDD, fan noise, and the unused Kinect port, with many buyers planning to add external storage soon after purchase.
