Unboxing and Review of the Brand New PS5 Slim

TLDRThis video is an unboxing and review of the digital PS5 Slim. We take a closer look at the design, features, and performance of the console. Find out if the $450 price tag is worth it.

Key insights

🔍The PS5 Slim has a similar design to the regular PS5 console, but it is much slimmer and lacks a disc drive.

💰The digital PS5 Slim is priced at $450, $50 more than the regular PS5 Slim, which includes a disc drive and a free game.

🔌The digital PS5 Slim comes with a power cord, HDMI cable, and a horizontal stand. The stand setup is different from the regular PS5 Slim console.

💡The digital PS5 Slim has two USB-C ports on the front and standard ports, including power, USB-A, LAN, and HDMI, on the back.

🌡️Comparing the heat signature, the digital PS5 Slim runs slightly hotter than the regular PS5 Slim, reaching up to 136 degrees Fahrenheit.

Q&A

What's the difference between the digital and regular versions of the PS5 Slim?

The main difference is that the digital PS5 Slim lacks a disc drive, making it more compact and cheaper. However, it comes at a $50 premium compared to the regular PS5 Slim, which includes a disc drive and a free game.

Does the digital PS5 Slim come with all necessary accessories?

Yes, the digital PS5 Slim comes with a power cord, HDMI cable, and a horizontal stand. The setup for the stand is different from the regular PS5 Slim console.

Is the digital PS5 Slim louder than the regular PS5 Slim?

Based on our observations, the regular PS5 Slim seems to push out more air and has a louder fan. The digital PS5 Slim, on the other hand, appears to have a less powerful fan and is quieter.

What are the ports available on the digital PS5 Slim?

The digital PS5 Slim features two USB-C ports on the front and standard ports, including power, USB-A, LAN, and HDMI, on the back.

Is the digital PS5 Slim worth the $450 price tag?

The worth of the digital PS5 Slim depends on individual preferences. While it is more compact and aesthetically pleasing without a disc drive, it does come at a $50 premium compared to the regular PS5 Slim that includes a disc drive and a free game.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introducing the brand new digital PS5 Slim.

01:34Unboxing the console and taking a closer look at its design and features.

03:43Comparing the digital PS5 Slim to the regular PS5 Slim and discussing the $50 price difference.

05:32Examining the setup and functionality of the console's stands.

06:56Reviewing the included accessories and the layout of ports on the console.

08:23Comparing the heat signatures of the digital PS5 Slim and the regular PS5 Slim.