Sony's new PS5 Slim model has some key differences from the original.

"PS5 vs PS5 Slim" is a face-off you'll want to spectate to get a better understanding as to how the skinner model differs from the original variant.

For years, many complained about PS5's bulky, unwieldy body — and Sony finally addressed that with the new PS5 Slim.


Sony announced the brand spankin' new slim PS5 model in October 2024. This follows the game giant's decades-long tradition of each PlayStation console getting a smaller counterpart midway through its generation. As you can probably tell, the PS5 Slim is meant to be smaller gaming system compared to the original 2020 model — but that's not all.



Note: Keep in mind that Sony is reportedly working on a new console called PS5 Pro. It's rumored to hit store shelves later this year. Also, take a look at our PlayStation State of Play recap; check out some of the new games the gaming giant has in store for PS5 gamers.


PS5 vs PS5 Slim: Price
For context, the original PS5 has two versions: a digital one (no disc drive) and one with a disc drive. The same can be said for the PS5 Slim.

For whatever reason, Sony has elected to not drop the prices of the new PS5 models. The PS5 Slim with a disc drive is still $499, while the PS5 Slim without a disc drive is, maddeningly, $449 — or a $50 increase over the original digital-only console.


PS5 Slim (no disc drive) - $449

PS5 Slim (with disc drive) - $499

Original PS5 (no disc drive) - $399

Original PS5 (disc drive) - $499


With that in mind, yes, the digital-only PS5 Slim is a money-saver in comparison to the one with a disc drive, but not in comparison to the digital-only model that launched three years ago.


PS5 vs PS5 Slim: Size
Obviously, size is what many gamers are most concerned about here, so let's get right to it. Looking at Sony's stated dimensions, you can see that the new PS5 is indeed smaller than the original:

Original PS5 (disc version): 104mm (height) x 390mm (width) x 260mm (depth)

PS5 Slim (disc version): 96mm x 358mm x 216mm

Original PS5 (digital version): 92mm x 390mm x 260mm

PS5 Slim (digital version): 80mm x 358mm x 216mm


PS5 vs PS5 Slim: Horsepower and storage
Another important aspect of the new PS5 models to get out of the way is that they have the exact same internal capabilities as the originals. This isn't a PS4 vs. PS4 Pro situation. Games will run exactly the same across the spectrum of PS5 consoles.

My only advice is this: If you want a PS5 that only costs $399, you better get one now. Once the existing stock of both original models sells out, the new slim models will replace them on store shelves.

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