PlayStation 4 Slim 500GB
Score: 65/100
Sony PlayStation Classic
Score: 41/100Rankings
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.
The PlayStation Classic is a miniature replica of the original PS1 that offers 20 preloaded games and HDMI output for modern TVs. Its nostalgic design and plug-and-play simplicity appeal to retro fans, but limited storage, lack of modern features, and PAL speed issues limit its appeal.
| Attribute | PlayStation 4 Slim 500GB | |
|---|---|---|
1.84 TFLOPSbest | — | |
1.6 GHzbest | 1.5 GHz | |
8 GBbest | 1 GB | |
500 GBbest | 16 GB | |
1 Gbpsbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 3.007 kg | 0.17 kgbest |
| ↓ lower better | 165 W | 5 Wbest |
| ↓ lower better | 43 cm | 10.16 cmbest |
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| Attribute | PlayStation 4 Slim 500GB | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(3) | ||
CPU Clock Speed (GHz) | 1.6 GHz | 1.5 GHz |
System Memory (RAM) (GB) | 8 GB | 1 GB |
Maximum Resolution | 1080p | 720p |
Storage(2) | ||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 500 GB | 16 GB |
Storage Type | SATA II HDD | eMMC |
Connectivity(3) | ||
Wi‑Fi | true | false |
Ethernet Port | true | false |
Bluetooth | true | false |
Power & Energy(1) | ||
Power Consumption (Max) (W) | 165 W | 5 W |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 3.007 kg | 0.1701 kg |
Height (cm) | 43 cm | 10.16 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.
Professional reviewers praised the PlayStation Classic's faithful recreation of the original hardware and its plug-and-play convenience, but overwhelmingly criticized its weak game lineup, PAL-related frame-rate problems, lack of upscaling, and outdated controllers.
Everyday users celebrate the nostalgic look, easy setup, and inclusion of beloved titles, yet repeatedly complain about PAL speed slowdowns, short controller cables, missing classic games, and the lack of modern features.
