PlayStation 4 Pro 1TB
Score: 82/100
Evercade VS-R
Score: 77/100Rankings
The PlayStation 4 Pro 1 TB delivers a powerful GPU, HDR and 4K upscaling, plus a generous 1 TB hard drive for large libraries. Its trade-offs are a larger, heavier chassis and higher power draw with louder fans. Best suited for owners of 4K/HDR TVs and VR enthusiasts who want enhanced visuals without moving to a next-gen console.
The Evercade VS-R is a retro cartridge console offering native 1080p HDMI, dual cartridge slots, and built-in Wi-Fi for a modern gaming experience. Missing a power adapter and HDMI cable out of the box, plus a loosely-feeling controller, can be inconvenient. Best suited for groups wanting four-player couch gaming with a curated game library.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
8 GBbest | 0.512 GB | |
1,000 GBbest | 4 GB | |
| ↓ lower better | 310 Wbest | — |
2 | 4best | |
| ↓ lower better | 3.3 kg | 0.091 kgbest |
5best | 4 |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(2) | ||
CPU | AMD Jaguar 8-core x86-64 | ARM Cortex-A53 |
System RAM (GB) | 8 GB | 0.512 GB |
Storage(1) | ||
Internal Storage (GB) | 1000 GB | 4 GB |
Display(1) | ||
Maximum Video Resolution | 4K | 1080p |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | 802.11ac | Built-in |
Ports(1) | ||
USB Ports | 2 | 4 |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 3.3 kg | 0.0907 kg |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | 5.5×29.5×32.7 cm cm | 1.27 x 5.0 x 10.0 cm cm |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Accessories | 5 | 4 |
Features(1) | ||
Optical Drive | true | false |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the PS4 Pro for delivering a substantial GPU boost to 4.20 TFLOPS, which translates into sharper HDR and 4K-upscaled visuals, and for retaining full backward compatibility with the existing PS4 ecosystem. Editors highlight its value for owners of 4K/HDR televisions and VR setups, while noting that the performance gains are limited by the lack of native 4K support in many titles and the console's larger, noisier chassis compared with the Slim model.
Everyday users consistently praise the console's vibrant, 4K-like graphics, smoother frame rates via Super-Sampling, and the generous 1TB storage that accommodates large game libraries. Common complaints revolve around the bulkier footprint, louder fan noise under load, and the disappointment that not all games receive Pro-specific enhancements, leaving some titles looking similar to the base PS4.
Professional reviewers commend the Evercade VS for its sleek retro design, crisp 1080p output, and strong value, noting that its emulation quality rivals modern software solutions and that input latency is virtually unnoticeable. They also appreciate the extensive visual customization options, though they point out the loose feel of the bundled controller and the lack of a power adapter as minor drawbacks.
Everyday users highlight the console's excellent price-to-game ratio, reliable emulation, and fun four-player local multiplayer, while repeatedly mentioning the inconvenience of missing accessories like a power brick and HDMI cable, as well as occasional concerns about controller build quality and limited backward compatibility.
“Excellent value proposition”
“looks good, with curved corners and an LED light strip”
