Sony Announces PS5 Slim: Features, Pricing and Availability
Oct. 11, 2023Sony PS5 Slim Announced: Design & Features
Sony’s new PS5 is a slimmer model that packs the same power as the launch model. Sony hasnot officiallycalled it the‘PS5 Slim‘, but due to its slimmer nature and past naming schemes, it is already being referred to as the PS5 Slim by most of the gaming community. Accordingly, the older model will unofficially be called the originalfat PS5. In this story as well, we will refer to the new model as the PS5 Slim for purposes of model differentiation. The newly introduced Sony PS5 Slim features a brand-new, slimmed-out design. There are other new changes, such as:
Discussing the new PS5 Slim design further, the top side covers have aglossyfinish while the bottom one has amattefinish instead. This contrasting look makes the new slimmer PS5’s design quite different from the original console. However, some fans have shared criticism for both the new and old PS5 consoles looking the same. Still, Sony’s intention for a new PS5 Slim was to leverage the power of more efficient internals & introduce a slimmer design. Sony’s newdetachable disc driveis required to playdisc gameson the new PS5 digital edition. But if you buy the PS5 disc edition, you will get the disc drive attached.
People who have the launch edition PS5 might be looking to upgrade to the slimmer version. While you can do that, you should know that there isno performance differencebetween the original console & the new PS5 Slim. However, those with a PS4 can make the new Slim their next purchase. Sony has also confirmed that once the current PS5 stocks sell out, thenew PS5 Slim will be the only model available.
The detachable disc drive accessory itself will cost$79.99and is suitable for digital PS5 console buyers who change their minds and choose to include a disc drive on their console. A horizontal stand will be included with the PS5 Slim, while gamers can buy thenew vertical stand for $29.99.
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