Sony PlayStation 4 500GB
Score: 78/100
Nintendo Switch Neon
Score: 76/100Rankings
The PlayStation 4 Slim 500 GB offers a compact, energy-efficient design with HDR support and solid 1080p performance. Its main trade-offs are limited internal storage and the absence of 4K gaming. Ideal for casual gamers and households with limited space.
The Nintendo Switch Neon bundle is a versatile hybrid console offering handheld, tabletop, and TV play with detachable Joy-Con controllers and motion features. Its LCD screen and occasional Joy-Con stick drift are trade-offs compared to newer models. Ideal for families and gamers who value portability and local multiplayer.
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8 GBbest | — | |
500 GBbest | — | |
— | 60 Hzbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 230 Wbest | — |
2best | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 2.001 kg | 1.7 kgbest |
5 | 8best |
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Display(1) | ||
Maximum Video Resolution | 1080p | 720p |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 2.001 kg | 1.70 kg |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | 3.0×13.5×19.0 cm cm | 20x35.1x9.4 cm |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Accessories | 5 | 8 |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the PS4 Slim for its refined, space-saving design, quieter operation, and unchanged 1080p performance with HDR, noting the 28% power efficiency gain. They acknowledge the trade-offs of limited storage, lack of 4K support, and missing optical audio port, positioning it as an ideal entry-level console for newcomers and households with modest performance needs.
Everyday users praise the console's sleek black look, reliable gameplay on flagship titles, and the quiet, low-heat operation, while repeatedly mentioning that the 500 GB drive fills up fast and that the controller's rumble can be noisy. Many suggest adding an external HDD to extend storage life.
“Best for on-the-go gaming with friends”
“Love the neon colors but the sticks started drifting after a few months”
Professional reviewers commend the Switch's hybrid versatility, highlighting the detachable Joy-Con's flexibility, HD Rumble, and gyro motion controls as key strengths, while noting the appealing Neon color scheme. They acknowledge the console's solid performance but mention that the original Joy-Con's analog stick drift and the LCD display are drawbacks compared to newer models.
Everyday users frequently praise the vibrant Neon colors, easy multiplayer setup, and immersive rumble and motion features, especially for on-the-go and family gaming. Recurring complaints focus on analog stick drift, charging inconvenience, shorter battery life, and the LCD's lower contrast versus OLED screens.
