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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