Summary
- The PlayStation 5 Slim, a slimmer version of the original PS5, has been spotted in the wild and users are comparing it to the bulkier model online.
- The PS5 Slim has the same technical specifications as the original, but now includes a detachable disk drive sold separately.
- Some fans are excited about the smaller size and removable disk drive, while others see it as a downgrade from the original.
The highly-anticipated PlayStation 5 Slim model is already out in the wild, and players are sharing pictures comparing it to its older, bulkier counterpart online. The PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X kicked off the ninth generation of video game consoles back in 2020, with the former winning gamers over with its blisteringly fast SSD and strong slate of first-party PlayStation releases in the three years since. However, PS5 users still have their fair share of complaints, namely regarding the console's massive size and unorthodox shape.
Earlier this year, Sony announced a new version of the PlayStation 5 that would remedy this issue by being much slimmer than its original counterpart. This lighter and sleeker PS5 system was the subject of rumor and speculation for quite some time before it was officially confirmed, as Sony has been known to release updated versions of its consoles in the middle of their life cycle. The now-confirmed PlayStation 5 Slim will be virtually identical to the old version in terms of technical specifications, though it now includes a detachable disk drive that Sony is selling as a standalone unit.
New PS5 Console Bundle Confirmed
A new PlayStation 5 console bundle packaged with one of the holiday season's most highly anticipated releases appears to be confirmed.
The PlayStation 5 Slim isn’t set to launch until later this month, but some users have managed to get ahold of one early. Twitter user and tech enthusiast Zuby_Tech is one such gamer, having found a PS5 Slime Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 bundle earlier this week. They soon posted a series of photos of the new PS5 Slim model in comparison to the old one courtesy of fellow Twitter user phantompainss, confirming that it is indeed considerably smaller when paired against the original without its white outer shell.
PS5 Slim Release Date and Price
- Release Date: November 2023
- Price: $499.99 for PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc Drive, $449.99 for PS5 Digital Edition
Zuby_Tech also answered questions from other users about how the PS5 Slim’s detachable disk drive works, revealing that it connects to the console without the use of a USB. They note that the vertical stand of the old PS5 won’t work on the new one due to its reduced size, and addressed some of the concerns some players might have with the PS5 Slim’s rearranged USB ports and revised heating vents.
So far, the PlayStation 5 Slim has drawn mixed reactions from fans, with some excited at the prospect of a more manageably sized console with a removable disk drive and others decrying the new model as a step down from the beefier original. The PS5 Slim model is finally hitting store shelves later this month, and now interested players can see how it compares to the bulky unit that helped bring gaming into a new era.
Sony PlayStation 5
- 4K Capabilities
- Yes, Up to 4K 120Hz
- Power Source
- AC Power
- What's Included
- Console, HDMI Cable, Controller, A/C Power, Stand, Documentation
- Brand
- Sony PlayStation
- Processing Power
- Up to 10.3 TFLOPS
- Storage
- 825GB
The Sony PlayStation 5 console is one of the most popular gaming machines currently with a fast SSD, a custom AMD APU, and 16GB of GDDR6 console memory, making it one of the best options on the market. It also happens to have a surprising number of console exclusives and currently trades at a discount at multiple retailers nationwide.
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