Latest Updates on PlayStation 5 Slim: Costs, Launch Timeline & Technical Details

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The PS5 Slim is now the standard model of the PlayStation 5 that is 30% smaller than the launch edition. Here’s everything we know.

When Was the PS5 Slim Released?

Sony revealed the PS5 Slim officially on October 10, 2023. It launched in November 2023.

PS5 Slim Price

The PlayStation 5 Slim comes in two versions, just like the original. One has a disc drive, and the other is digital-only. We thought it would see a price cut over the original MSRP, but that doesn’t seem to be the case.

The version with a disc drive costs $499.99, while the Digital Edition runs $449.99. That’s no change from the present price. Sony is also offering a few add-ons.

While the PS5 will come with a horizontal stand, you can pick up one to display your PS5 vertically separately. That costs $29.99.

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Additionally, if you get the Digital Edition and want to add a disc drive later, you can. It will be available for $79.99. In this case, you’re better off getting the one that comes with the drive already.

Here’s what we think the PS5 Pro will cost

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PlayStation 5 Slim Features & Specs

Per Sony, the new PS5 is more than 30% smaller (by volume), and 18 or 24% lighter (depending on model) than the original version. Rather than the current PS5’s two side panels, the new ones have four: The top two are glossy, while the bottom ones are the same matte finish as the current lineup.

The main reason for that change seems to be for attaching a disc drive later. The bottom panel comes off to let you install the peripheral.

The new PlayStation 5 also comes with more storage: 1TB, which is a slight bump from the original’s 825GB.

The general specs remain basically the same; the chips may just be slightly smaller to allow for the slimmer form factor.