Sony

PlayStation 5 Digital Edition

A entry-level pick in the game consoles line-up, with Game Consoles up front.

50/100
Mixed bag
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Why we rate it

  • Scores 50/100
  • Compared on the spec sheet
  • No ray tracing
  • No handheld / portable mode
Score profile

Where the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition wins and loses

Scored against the game consoles class
OverallValueFuture-proo…505045
Overall spec score
50
Value position
50
Future-proofing
45
Head to head

PlayStation 5 Digital Edition vs Ubisoft Star Wars Outlaws Limited Edition

Highlighted cell = better in that row
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Who it's for

Is the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition 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 ray tracing, in which case a higher-tier game console is the better call.

Power user
Heavy multitasking, creative work or gaming on the go.
okay
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 Digital Edition worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 50/100 against other game consoles, a entry-level result where the class average is around 52.

What stands out on the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition?

Its overall 50/100 rating against the rest of the game consoles class.

How does it compare to the Samsung 9100 PRO 8TB SSD?

The Samsung 9100 PRO 8TB SSD scores 54/100 versus this one at 50/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.