Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) will release the “PS5 Slim” in November. This smaller version of the famous PlayStation 5 is intended to provide players with a more compact and inexpensive choice. It also includes an intriguing new feature, the Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc Drive for the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition.
A Closer look at the PS5 Slim
The PS5 Slim’s main selling point is its small size and weight. Sony has managed to lower the console’s volume by more than 30% and its weight by 18% to 24% when compared to previous iterations. As a result, the gaming setup is more manageable and simple. The formerly towering PS5 is now 33 mm (about 1.25 inches) shorter and 44 mm (about 1.73 inches) slimmer. The new basic PS5 model is around 1.3 kg lighter. These changes result in a more accessible and portable gaming experience.
PS5 Slim price
One of the highlights of the PS5 Slim launch is that it maintains the same price point as the standard PlayStation 5 model. You can get your hands on the revamped PS5 for $499.99, ensuring that you can enjoy the latest in gaming technology without any additional cost. The PS5 Slim will hit the market next month. However, the PS5 Digital Edition, the disk-less variant of the PS5, will see a modest price increase. It will be available at $449.99, slightly higher than its initial launch price of $399 back in 2020.
Pricing details for different regions
Here’s a quick rundown of the pricing for the PS5 Slim in various regions, so you know what to expect:
U.S.:
- PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive – $499.99
- PS5 Digital Edition – $449.99
Europe:
- PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive – €549.99
- PS5 Digital Edition – €449.99
U.K.:
- PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive – £479.99
- PS5 Digital Edition – £389.99
Japan:
- PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive – 66,980 yen (includes tax)
- PS5 Digital Edition – 59,980 yen (includes tax)
Introducing the Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc Drive
Sony offers a solution for individuals who choose the PS5 Digital Edition but still want to play traditional discs. The Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc Drive costs $79.99 (€119.99/£99.99/11,980 yen) individually. It’s worth noting that this add-on drive is only compatible with the new PS5 Digital Edition model, giving gamers of varying tastes more options.
PS5 Slim size comparison
The normal PS5 Slim is 358 x 96 x 216 mm while the Digital Edition measures 358 x 80 x 216 mm. The older original PS5 measures 390 x 104 x 260 mm for the normal model and 390 x 92 x 260 mm for the Digital Edition.
How to pre-order PS5 Slim
The PS5 Slim will be released in November 2023 at “select local retailers” in the United States and the website in qualified locations.
As we approach closer to November, the PS5 Slim will most likely be available for pre-order. Sony stated on its release blog that gamers in qualified territories may purchase the PS5 Slim via direct.playstation.com.
Sony will continue to release the system internationally beyond the initial November release. Sony will progressively roll out the system throughout the world. The availability of the PS5 Slim may differ depending on where you live.
A global rollout
The new PS5 models will first be available in the United States in November at select shops and Sony’s PlayStation Direct website. Sony promises a global rollout in the coming months, guaranteeing that gamers all over the world may get their hands on the tiny and affordable PS5 Slim. Sony’s innovation commitment continues to impact the gaming world, making it an exciting time to be a player.
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