![]() ![]() ![]() The only difference is that the more expensive PS5 console will have an Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive – otherwise they use the same custom processor, and feature the same 825GB SSD. The two PS5 models are identical in terms of performance, a big difference compared to the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, which are significantly further apart in price. Here are the full official PS5 specs straight from Sony, including differences for both editions where noted. ![]() That’s before taking into consideration the actual joy of owning physical items. So, what you save now with the digital console's upfront cost may cost you in the long-term, since you'll be paying whatever prices Sony and game publishers decide to set on PSN. Over the course of a console’s lifespan, that could add up to considerable second-hand savings. Secondly, those with a disc drive can take advantage of being able to swap, loan, borrow, and trade physical disc-based games with their friends and exchange stores. Considering standalone 4K Blu-ray players cost several hundred dollars/pounds alone, that’s nothing to sneeze at. But there's a few additional factors to consider.įirstly, you’ll lose out on the console doubling up as a 4K Blu-ray disc player, a nice added bonus for home cinema fans. There’s a significant saving of $100 / £90 to be made by going for the all-digital route, then. Unsurprisingly, some argue this is the worst time to buy a PS5.īoth console versions are available worldwide, with the PS5 released on November 12 in select territories, and on November 19 elsewhere. While the USA isn't seeing any price increases, that's affected pricing across the UK, Europe, Australia, and more. However, much like the Oculus Quest 2, we've seen the PS5 get a price hike with Sony blaming this on soaring inflation globally. ![]() The PlayStation 5 Digital Edition (with its identical specs aside from the removal of the disc drive) comes in at $399.99 / £359.99 / AU$599.95. If you go for the standard PS5, the one that eats Blu-ray discs for breakfast, it initially cost you $499.99 / £449.99 / AU$749.95. ![]()
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