Sony PS5 “Slim” Edition Announced – Slimmer Body, More Storage Space, Same Price

On Sony‘s PlayStation Blog, the company has revealed a new look for the PlayStation 5 console coming this holiday season. Although not officially called “PS5 Slim“, it features a smaller body design, and its storage capacity has been upgraded to 1TB. The previous model only had 825GB and weighs around 4.5 kg. Meanwhile, the new PS5 slim weighs only about 3.2 kg. There are no changes on the CPU and GPU side of things; I guess we won’t see the “PS5 Pro” anytime soon. The new slim PS5 is expected to roll out in November with an MSRP of $499.99 for the PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive and $449.99 for the Digital Edition. You can check out more details from Sony’s news below.

Sony Reveals PlayStation 5 Slim Edition

As the holiday season approaches, Sony is delighted to announce the launch of a new PS5 model. In response to the changing preferences of gamers, Sony’s engineering and design teams have worked together to introduce a more compact form factor that offers increased choice and versatility. This new model retains the advanced technological features that make the PS5 a leading gaming console while incorporating a smaller design. It also includes an attachable Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc Drive and an upgraded 1TB SSD, providing expanded internal storage capacity.

The new “slim” PS5 model boasts a significant reduction in volume by over 30% and a decrease in weight by 18% and 24% compared to its predecessors. It features four distinct cover panels, with the top section displaying a glossy finish while the bottom maintains a matte texture. For buyers of the PS5 Digital Edition, the Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc Drive for PS5 can be added separately at a price of $79.99 USD, €119.99 EURO, £99.99 GBP, or 11,980 JPY.

The new PS5 (slim) model is set to launch in November in the U.S., initially at select local retailers and, where applicable, on direct.playstation.com. It will gradually become available worldwide over the coming months. As the existing PS5 inventory is depleted, the new PS5 model will become the sole available option.

Pricing and Release Date

The recommended retail prices for the new slim PS5 model are as follows, beginning with the rollout in November at participating retailers.

• U.S.
  • PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive – $499.99 USD
  • PS5 Digital Edition – 449.99 USD
• Europe
  • PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive – €549.99 EUR
  • PS5 Digital Edition – 449.99 EUR
• U.K.
  • PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive – £479.99 GBP
  • PS5 Digital Edition – 389.99 GBP
• Japan
  • PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive – 66,980 JPY (includes tax)
  • PS5 Digital Edition – 59,980 JPY (includes tax)

The new PS5 model will come equipped with a horizontal stand as part of the package. Additionally, a Vertical Stand, designed to be compatible with all PS5 models, will be available for separate purchase at a price of $29.99 USD, €29.99 EURO, £24.99 GBP, or 3,980 JPY.

A range of PS5 Console Cover colors for the new model will be made available starting in early 2024, featuring options like an all-matte Black finish and the Deep Earth Collection colors, including Volcanic Red, Cobalt Blue, and Sterling Silver. Prices for the PS5 Console Covers will begin at $54.99 USD, €54.99 EURO, £44.99 GBP, or 7,480 JPY, with plans for the introduction of additional colors in the future.

The launch of Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 is just around the corner (Oct 20th), with other highly anticipated games like Alan Wake 2 and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 arriving shortly after. In conjunction with recent releases such as EA Sports FC 24, Assassin’s Creed: Mirage, and Baldur’s Gate 3, the PS5 has a rich lineup of games for players to enjoy this holiday season.

Sony also recently released several wireless gaming headsets that will go nicely with the new PS5. More details here: Sony INZONE Buds, INZONE H5, and a Black INZONE H9 Now Available.

PlayStation 5 Specifications

PlayStation 5 Digital Edition Specifications