Compare Sony PlayStation 4 vs Sony PlayStation 4 Slim
In this technical comparison between the Sony PlayStation 4 and the Sony PlayStation 4 Slim, 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 $399 USD / £349 GBP and $299 USD.
| Specifications |
Sony PlayStation 4 |
Sony PlayStation 4 Slim |
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| Launch | ||
| Release Version | November 2013 | September 2016 |
| Performance | ||
| CPU | 8-core semi-custom AMD Jaguar @ 1.6 GHz | 8-core x86-64 AMD Jaguar @ 1.6 GHz |
| GPU | Custom AMD Radeon (GCN 1.1) @ 800 MHz | 1.84 TFLOPS, AMD Radeon-based Graphics Engine |
| GPU Power | 1.84 Teraflops | 1.84 Teraflops |
| RAM | 8 GB GDDR5 (176 GB/s bandwidth) | 8 GB GDDR5 |
| Storage | 500 GB HDD (Standard) / 1 TB (Later models) — User replaceable | 500 GB or 1 TB HDD (User-replaceable) |
| Expandable | External USB 3.0 Hard Drive support (Added via software update) | External USB 3.0 Hard Drive support |
| Disc Drive | Standard Blu-ray / DVD drive | Standard Blu-ray / DVD (Does not play 4K UHD Blu-ray discs) |
| Video Output | ||
| Image Resolution | 1080p (Full HD), 720p, 480p | 1080p (Full HD); also supports 720p and 1080i |
| Max FPS | Up to 60 FPS | Up to 60 FPS |
| HDR | HDR10 support (Added to all models via Firmware 4.0 in 2016) | HDR10 support (Enabled via firmware update 4.0) |
| VRR | No | No |
| Ray Tracing | No | No |
| Audio | ||
| Formats | Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1, Linear PCM 7.1, Optical Out (S/PDIF) | Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1, Linear PCM 7.1 |
| Headphones | 3.5mm jack on controller | 3.5mm jack on DualShock 4 controller |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI | 1x HDMI 1.4 out | 1x HDMI 1.4 out port |
| USB | 2x USB 3.0 (Front) | 2x USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports (Front) |
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) |
| Wi-Fi | Single-band 802.11 b/g/n (2.4GHz only) | Dual-band 802.11ac (Wi-Fi 5) - A major upgrade over the original PS4 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 2.1 (EDR) | Bluetooth 4.0 (LE) |
| Services | ||
| Online Multiplayer | PlayStation Plus required | PlayStation Plus (Essential, Extra, or Premium) |
| Cloud Saves | Included with PS Plus | Available with PlayStation Plus subscription |
| Subscription | PS Plus (Essential, Extra, Premium) | PlayStation Plus (includes Game Catalog and Ubisoft+ Classics) |
| Remote Play | Supported (PS Vita, PC, Mac, Mobile) | Supported on PC, Mac, iOS, Android, and PS Vita |
| Controller | ||
| Included | 1x DualShock 4 (V1) | 1x DualShock 4 (V2) |
| Features | Front touchpad, integrated light bar (hidden from player view), built-in speaker, Mono headset jack, Share button | Integrated light bar on the touchpad, built-in speaker, motion sensors, and capacitive touchpad. |
| Compatibility | ||
| Backward | No native disc support for PS1/PS2/PS3; select digital "PS2 Classics" available | No native disc support for PS3/PS2/PS1; select titles available via PS Plus Premium streaming/emulation. |
| VR Support | Full support for PlayStation VR (PSVR) | Full support for PlayStation VR (PSVR) |
| Physical | ||
| Body Dimensions | 10.8 x 2.0 x 12.0 inches (275 x 53 x 305 mm) | 10.4 x 1.5 x 11.3 inches (265 x 39 x 288 mm) |
| Weight | 6.2 lbs (2.8 kg) | 4.6 lbs (2.1 kg) |
| Color | Jet Black (standard), Glacier White (later) | Jet Black (standard); Glacier White and Limited Editions available. |
| Power | ||
| Consumption | 250W Max (External power brick NOT required; internal PSU) | Max 165W (Significant reduction from the original 250W model) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the Box | Console, DualShock 4, Mono earbud headset, HDMI cable, USB charging cable, Power cable | PS4 Slim Console, DualShock 4 Controller, HDMI cable, Mono Headset, USB charging cable, Power cord. |
| Price | $399 USD / £349 GBP | $299 USD |
| Full Details | PlayStation 4 - Full Specifications | PlayStation 4 Slim - Full Specifications |