Compare Atari 400 Mini vs Sony PlayStation 5 Pro
In this technical comparison between the Atari 400 Mini and the Sony PlayStation 5 Pro, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
Choosing between these two Home Consoles models often comes down to your budget, with prices around $119.99 / £99.99 and 700 USD / 8000 MAD.
| Specifications |
Atari 400 Mini |
Sony PlayStation 5 Pro |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | March 2024 | November, 2024 |
| Performance | ||
| CPU | Allwinner H3 (Quad-core ARM Cortex-A7) | x86-64 AMD Ryzen™ “Zen 2” (8 cores / 16 threads) @ 3.5GHz (boost to 3.85GHz) |
| GPU | ARM Mali-400 MP2 | 16.7 TFLOPS (60 Compute Units, RDNA 3 architecture) |
| GPU Power | Optimized for 8-bit emulation | ~45% faster rendering than base PS5 |
| RAM | 256 MB DDR3 | 16GB GDDR6 (576 GB/s) + 2GB DDR5 (Extra for OS tasks) |
| Storage | 128 MB Flash (internal firmware); supports external USB drives for game loading | 2TB Custom NVMe SSD (Internal) |
| Expandable | Yes, via USB flash drive (supports .ATR, .CAS, .CRT, and .EXE files) | M.2 NVMe SSD Slot (PCIe Gen4); External USB HDD support |
| Disc Drive | None (Decorative cartridge slot) | Disc-free by default (Ultra HD Blu-ray drive sold separately) |
| Video Output | ||
| Resolution | 720p HD (via HDMI) | 4K Native / 8K support (via PSSR Upscaling) |
| Max FPS | 60 FPS (Supports 50Hz/60Hz toggle) | 120 FPS at 4K |
| HDR | No | Supported (HDR10, HLG) |
| VRR | No | Supported (HDMI 2.1) |
| Ray Tracing | No --- Display Features: CRT Filter, 4:3 or Pixel-Perfect aspect ratios, and decorative screen borders | Advanced Ray Tracing (2x–3x faster than base PS5) |
| Audio | ||
| Formats | Two-channel Stereo via HDMI | “Tempest” 3D AudioTech, Dolby Atmos, DTS:X |
| Headphones | No direct jack (requires USB audio or HDMI pass-through) | 3.5mm Jack (Controller), USB, & Bluetooth (via dongle) |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI | 1x HDMI Out | 1 × HDMI 2.1 (supports 4K/120Hz, 8K, VRR) |
| USB | 5x USB-A ports (4 front, 1 rear) for controllers, keyboards, and storage | 2 × USB-C (Front), 2 × USB-A (Rear) |
| Ethernet | No | 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit LAN |
| Wi-Fi | No | Wi-Fi 7 (IEEE 802.11be) |
| Bluetooth | No (Wired USB connectivity) | Bluetooth® 5.1 |
| Services | ||
| Online Multiplayer | No | PlayStation Plus required |
| Cloud Saves | No | Included with PlayStation Plus |
| Subscription | No | PlayStation Plus (Essential, Extra, Premium) |
| Remote Play | No | Supported (up to 1080p/4K on compatible devices) |
| Controller | ||
| Included | THECXSTICK (Modernized USB version of the CX40 joystick) | 1 × DualSense Wireless Controller |
| Features | 8 total buttons (7 new function buttons integrated into the classic stick design) | Haptic Feedback, Adaptive Triggers, Built-in Mic, Touchpad |
| Compatibility | ||
| Backward | Emulates Atari 400, 800, XL, and XE series, plus the Atari 5200 console | Plays 8,500+ PS4 games (with PS5 Pro Game Boost) |
| VR Support | No | Fully supports PlayStation VR2 |
| Physical | ||
| Dimensions | 6.0" x 5.25" x 2.0" (Half-scale of the original) | Approx. 388 × 89 × 216 mm (Taller than Slim, thinner than OG) |
| Weight | 8.8 oz (Approx. 250g) | Approx. 3.1 kg (6.8 lbs) |
| Color | 1970s Beige/Orange (Retro aesthetic) | White/Black (with 3 distinct side-panel stripes) |
| Power | ||
| Consumption | Very Low; powered via USB-C (5V/1A required) | Rated for 390W (Actual use varies by game) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the Box | Console, THECXSTICK Joystick, HDMI Cable, USB-C Power Cable, 25 Built-in Games (including Berzerk, Millipede, M.U.L.E., and Star Raiders II) | Console, DualSense, 2TB SSD, 2 Horizontal feet, HDMI cable, Power cord |
| Price | $119.99 / £99.99 | 700 USD / 8000 MAD |
| Full Details | 400 Mini - Full Specifications | PlayStation 5 Pro - Full Specifications |