Sony
PlayStation 5
A solid mid-range game console for everyday users and creators, leading with 4K.
64/100
4KAMD RDNA 2, 10.28 TFLOPSAMD Zen 2, 8-core1000 GBHome ConsoleWhite
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Why we rate it
- Expandable storage
- Disc drive
- Ray tracing
- Above-average ram
- No handheld / portable mode
- Below-average internal ssd
Score profile
Scored against the game consoles classWhere the PlayStation 5 wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Compute
CPUAMD Zen 2, 8-core
GPUAMD RDNA 2, 10.28 TFLOPS
RAM16 GB
Storage
Internal SSD1000 GB
Expandable storageYes
Disc driveYes
Video output
Max resolution4
Max refresh120 Hz
Ray tracingYes
VRRYes
Design
Form factorHome Console
Weight3.2 kg
Bundle
Controllers1
ColourWhite
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowPlayStation 5 vs Microsoft Xbox Series X
PlayStation 5Xbox Series X
| SonyPlayStation 5This page | MicrosoftXbox Series X | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 64 /100 | 64 /100 |
| Max resolution | 4 | 4 |
| SSD | 1000 GB | 1000 GB |
| RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| CPU | AMD Zen 2, 8-core | 8 |
Who it's for
Is the PlayStation 5 right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable game console for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need handheld / portable mode, in which case a higher-tier game console is the better call.
Power user
Heavy multitasking, creative work or gaming on the go.
good
Everyday user
Browsing, docs, calls and media.
good
Budget buyer
Wants a dependable machine for the basics.
okay
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the PlayStation 5 worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 64/100 against other game consoles, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 52.
What stands out on the PlayStation 5?
Its expandable storage stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the SABRENT Rocket 4 Plus 8TB?
The SABRENT Rocket 4 Plus 8TB scores 64/100 versus this one at 64/100, so this is the stronger pick on the spec sheet.
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