Sony PlayStation 3 250GB
Score: 66/100
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 Sony PlayStation 3 Super Slim 250GB provides a compact Blu-ray capable console with backward-compatible PS2 emulation and modest 1080p output. Its older Cell CPU and limited GPU performance, plus lack of modern video features, reflect its legacy status. Suited for media collectors and retro gamers who need a space-saving PS3.
| Attribute | | |
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0.256 GB | 8 GBbest | |
250 GB | 500 GBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 190 W | 132.5 Wbest |
— | 4best | |
| ↓ lower better | 2.69 kgbest | 2.8 kg |
— | 3best |
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Performance(3) | ||
CPU | IBM Cell 3.2 GHz | AMD Jaguar 8-core 1.75GHz |
GPU | RSX Reality Synthesizer | AMD Radeon GCN 1.31TFLOPS |
System RAM (GB) | 0.256 GB | 8 GB |
Storage(1) | ||
Internal Storage (GB) | 250 GB | 500 GB |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Power Consumption (W) | 190 W | 132.5 W |
Ports(1) | ||
HDMI Version | 1.3 | 1.4 |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 2.69 kg | 2.8 kg |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | 9.59x31.19x32.6 cm | 31.98×17.78×36.58 cm cm |
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Professional reviewers praise the Super Slim for its markedly reduced size and weight, quieter 190 W power supply and solid Blu-ray performance, positioning it as the best-valued PS3 iteration for space-conscious users, while noting its dated Cell CPU, limited PS2 emulation and absence of modern 4K/HDR as clear drawbacks.
Everyday users consistently commend the console's compact footprint, quiet operation and reliable Blu-ray playback, but many voice frustration over the sliding disc mechanism, slower HDD load times and the limited backwards compatibility for PS2 titles.
“Compact and lightweight design, 25% smaller and about 20% lighter than previous PS3 models.”
“Power-efficient operation with a maximum consumption of only 190 W, resulting in quieter fans.”
“gorgeous and rare”
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.
