Multymeter.com – Sony officially announced a new PlayStation 5 (PS5) console model with a removable disc drive. Because the Blu-ray drawer can be removed, the dimensions of the new PS5 are slightly slimmer and shorter than existing models on the market.
This is why this new PS5 model is often referred to as the PS5 “Slim”. Two PS5 “Slim” models have been announced, namely the PS5 bundle with an Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc drive and the PS5 Digital Edition. This console is scheduled to launch in November 2023 in the United States and will be launched globally in the coming months.
The new PS 5 Slim has several differences from the old PS 5, including:
Dimensions and weight:
The new PS 5 Slim has slimmer and shorter dimensions than the old PS 5. This is due to the fact that the disc drawer of the new PS 5 Slim can be removed.
The dimensions of the new PS 5 Slim are as follows:
PS 5 Slim Disc Edition: 358 mm x 96 mm x 216 mm and weighs 3.2 kg.
○PS 5 Slim Digital Edition: 358 mm x 80 mm x 216 mm and weighs 2,6 kg
Meanwhile, the dimensions of the old PS 5 are as follows:PS 5 Disc Edition: 390 mm x 104 mm x 260 mm and weights 4.5 kg
○PS 5 Digital Edition: 390 mm x 92 mm x 260 mm and weighs 3,9 kg
Removable disc drawer
The disc drawer of the new PS 5 Slim is removable via the USB-C connector. This gives users the option of adding a disc drawer to the PS 5 Digital Edition. PS 5 Digital Edition users will then be able to play physical games as well as digital games.
Storage capacity
The storage capacity of the new PS 5 Slim is 1TB, up from 825GB on the old PS 5.
Overall, the new PS 5 Slim has a slimmer and more portable design, as well as a larger storage capacity than the old PS 5.
PS5 specifications are as follows:
CPU: AMD Ryzen Zen 2 8-core 3.5GHz 8-core (variable frequency)
GPU: AMD RDNA 2 custom 10.3 teraflops
RAM: 16 GB GDDR6
Storage: 825GB SSD
Video output: HDMI 2.1, 8K@60Hz, 4K@120Hz
Audio output: HDMI 2.1, Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
Connectivity: Ethernet, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1
The following is a brief explanation of each specification:
CPU: AMD Ryzen Zen 2 8-core 3.5GHz (variable frequency) AMD Ryzen Zen 2 CPU delivers extremely fast and responsive performance.
GPU: 10.3 teraflops AMD RDNA 2 Custom GPU enables PS5 to produce incredibly realistic and detailed graphics.
RAM: 16GB GDDR6 ensures PS5 can run games and applications smoothly.
Storage: 825GB SSD provides very fast loading times.
Video output: PS5 supports 4K resolution up to 120 Hz, as well as HDR.
Audio output: PS5 supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X for an immersive audio experience.
Connectivity: PS5 has a wide range of connectivity, including Ethernet, Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.1.
In addition to the hardware specifications, PS5 also has several superior features, including: Ray tracing: ray tracing is a technology that allows the PS5 to produce more realistic graphics by tracing the path of light in real time.
Haptic feedback: Haptic feedback is a technology that allows the DualSense controller to produce realistic tactile sensations.
Adaptive triggers: Adaptive triggers are a technology that allows the DualSense controller to adjust its tension level according to the game action.
With its powerful specifications and features, the PS5 is one of the best gaming consoles available today.***
