Sony PlayStation 4 500GB
Score: 78/100
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 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.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
8 GBbest | 8 GBbest | |
500 GB | 1,000 GBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 230 Wbest | 310 W |
2best | 2best | |
| ↓ lower better | 2.001 kgbest | 3.3 kg |
5best | 5best |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(2) | ||
CPU | Custom AMD Jaguar 8-core | AMD Jaguar 8-core x86-64 |
GPU | AMD GPU (1.84 TFLOPS) | AMD Radeon (4.20 TFLOPS) |
Storage(1) | ||
Internal Storage (GB) | 500 GB | 1000 GB |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Power Consumption (W) | 230 W | 310 W |
Display(1) | ||
Maximum Video Resolution | 1080p | 4K |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 2.001 kg | 3.3 kg |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | 3.0×13.5×19.0 cm cm | 5.5×29.5×32.7 cm cm |
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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.
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.
