![]() The PS5 doesn't support your old PS1, PS2 and PS3 titles, either.Įyeing up the PS5 as an entertainment hub as well as a games machine? The PS5 and PS5 Digital Edition are a great choice. However it's worth noting that to do this you'll need to use the PS5's disc drive to transfer the game discs to the next-gen console. In terms of games, you can able to transfer most PS4 games to PS5 and in most cases, enjoy free upgrades such as increased frame rates. In July 2022, Sony went further, adding native 1440p support, bringing the PS5 in line with the Xbox Series X and Series S, which have supported 1440p since launch. ![]() ![]() In April 2022, Sony boosted the PS5's appeal by adding VRR (variable refresh rate), which should reduce screen tearing and smooth out gameplay. Instead, silky-smooth 4K at 60Hz is the performance target, with 120Hz available via some games, sometimes at the cost of resolution and/or certain graphical features. The way Sony has designed and integrated the PS5’s storage makes it so fast (more than twice as fast as that of the Series X) that it boosts overall console performance. Spec-wise, both PS5 consoles feature the same AMD Zen 2-based CPU, the same 16GB GDDR6 / 256-bit memory, and the same 825GB SSD. So, "whichever PS5 you choose, you’ll enjoy the same breathtaking, next-gen gaming experiences". In a post on the official PlayStation blog, PlayStation boss Jim Ryan confirmed that both PS5 consoles share identical power and features, including 4K graphics, ray-tracing support and PS5 3D audio. It's also familiar enough to ensure that existing PS4 gamers can quickly find their way about.Īll in all, the PS5's is a striking design that has split opinion. The user interface, which includes a new home screen with game ‘cards’, is fresh, super-stylish, logical and snappy. In terms of the PS5's disc drive, we'd peg it at about 5dB quieter than the Xbox, so opting for Sony's most expensive next-gen console won't intrude on your movie soundtrack. Talking of which, the PS5 is not completely inaudible in a silent room (like the Xbox Series X), but the consistent whirr is quiet enough to be drowned out by any sound coming from your TV or sound system. The latest disc-less version now weighs 3.4kg, instead of 3.9kg.īoth consoles have a sculpted, sci-fi look to them and can be vertically rather than horizontally (you'll have to unscrew and reposition the included pedestal stand, mind).īoth devices have the same distinctive design elements, namely a high, white-collared shell that's separated from the black body of the unit by finned gaps to aid ventilation. This seems to be down to a number of internal changes to the motherboard, as well as the cooling and SSD enclosure. The updated disc model weighs in at 3.9kg, much lighter the 4.5kg launch version. In August 2022, it emerged that Sony had quietly refreshed the design of both PS5 consoles. Consequently, the Digital Edition is 12mm slimmer towards the base and around half a kilo lighter. The main difference between the two models, looks-wise, is that one has a disc drive and one doesn't. The PS5 is an imposing machine (39 x 26 x 14cm). PS5 vs PS5 Digital Edition: design and build ![]() It's worth noting that Amazon customers need to sign up for an email invite to buy a PS5 when stock arrives (see our PS5 restock page for full details).ĭespite rising inflation, the cost of living and the war in Ukraine reducing demand for pricey consumer electronics, Sony expects PlayStation 5 supply issues to last until 2024. As of late 2022, supply has eased and there are regular PS5 restocks at major retailers such as Amazon, Walmart, PlayStation Direct, Game and Best Buy. After all, if you're getting less functionality you should pay less, right? ![]() Pricing the Digital Edition cheaper than the 'full-fat' PS5 mirrors the approach has taken with its Xbox Series X and all-digital Xbox Series S. The disc-less PS5 Digital Edition is the cheaper option here. But in August 2022 Sony announced price hikes in the UK and Australia. The standard PlayStation 5 debuted at £449 / $499 / AU$749. ![]()
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