Sony PlayStation 3 250GB
Score: 66/100
PlayStation 4 Pro 1TB
Score: 82/100Rankings
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 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 | | |
|---|---|---|
0.256 GB | 8 GBbest | |
250 GB | 1,000 GBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 190 Wbest | 310 W |
— | 2best | |
| ↓ lower better | 2.69 kgbest | 3.3 kg |
— | 5best |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(3) | ||
CPU | IBM Cell 3.2 GHz | AMD Jaguar 8-core x86-64 |
GPU | RSX Reality Synthesizer | AMD Radeon (4.20 TFLOPS) |
System RAM (GB) | 0.256 GB | 8 GB |
Storage(1) | ||
Internal Storage (GB) | 250 GB | 1000 GB |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Power Consumption (W) | 190 W | 310 W |
Display(1) | ||
Maximum Video Resolution | 1080p | 4K |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | 802.11n | 802.11ac |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 2.69 kg | 3.3 kg |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | 9.59x31.19x32.6 cm | 5.5×29.5×32.7 cm cm |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
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.”
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.
