PlayStation 4 Slim 500GB
Score: 65/100
Sony PlayStation 4 Slim 1TB
Score: 81/100Rankings
The refurbished PS4 Slim 1TB provides a slimmer, quieter console with ample 1 TB storage and modern connectivity options. While it delivers the same performance as the original PS4, its refurbished status and short warranty may be concerns for some buyers.
The PS4 Slim 500 GB offers a compact, energy-efficient console with the same CPU/GPU performance as larger models, HDR10 support, and 4K video streaming. However, its limited 500 GB storage and lack of native 4K gaming may be drawbacks for power users.
| Attribute | PlayStation 4 Slim 500GB | |
|---|---|---|
1.84 TFLOPSbest | 1.84 TFLOPSbest | |
1.6 GHzbest | — | |
8 GBbest | 8 GBbest | |
500 GB | 1,000 GBbest | |
1 Gbpsbest | 1 Gbpsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 3.007 kg | 2.81 kgbest |
| ↓ lower better | 165 Wbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | 43 cm | 9.144 cmbest |
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| Attribute | PlayStation 4 Slim 500GB | |
|---|---|---|
Storage(1) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 500 GB | 1000 GB |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 3.007 kg | 2.81 kg |
Height (cm) | 43 cm | 9.144 cm |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers view the PS4 Slim as a refined, space-saving version of the original console that keeps the full game library and performance intact while cutting power use and noise, but note the lack of any hardware upgrades makes it a modest upgrade for current owners.
Everyday users praise the console's compact design, quiet fan, and the ease of swapping the hard drive, often highlighting its durability after years of use. Common complaints revolve around the limited 500 GB storage and occasional hard-drive failures.
