PlayStation 3 160GB
Score: 65/100
Sony PlayStation 4 500GB
Score: 78/100Rankings
The PlayStation 4 Slim 500 GB offers a compact, energy-efficient design with HDR support and solid 1080p performance. Its main trade-offs are limited internal storage and the absence of 4K gaming. Ideal for casual gamers and households with limited space.
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.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
0.256 GB | 8 GBbest | |
160 GB | 500 GBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 250 W | 230 Wbest |
4best | 2 | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.23 kgbest | 2.001 kg |
1 | 5best |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(3) | ||
CPU | Cell Broadband Engine (3.2 GHz) | Custom AMD Jaguar 8-core |
GPU | NVIDIA RSX Reality Synthesizer (550 MHz) | AMD GPU (1.84 TFLOPS) |
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 | 230 W |
Ports(1) | ||
USB Ports | 4 | 2 |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.23 kg | 2.001 kg |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | 16.0×21.3×34.3 cm cm | 3.0×13.5×19.0 cm cm |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Accessories | 1 | 5 |
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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.
Professional reviewers commend the PS4 Slim for its refined, space-saving design, quieter operation, and unchanged 1080p performance with HDR, noting the 28% power efficiency gain. They acknowledge the trade-offs of limited storage, lack of 4K support, and missing optical audio port, positioning it as an ideal entry-level console for newcomers and households with modest performance needs.
Everyday users praise the console's sleek black look, reliable gameplay on flagship titles, and the quiet, low-heat operation, while repeatedly mentioning that the 500 GB drive fills up fast and that the controller's rumble can be noisy. Many suggest adding an external HDD to extend storage life.
