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Series

PlayStation3Press releasesie.com/en/corporate/release/2013/130611a.htmlRead 13 October 2026

PlayStation5Press releasesie.com/en/corporate/release/2016/160908b.htmlRead 13 October 2026

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

CUH-1115A1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-1115A-1.7_5.pdfRead 13 October 2026Safety Guide for purchases in the United States and Canada, document 4-541-426-51(2). Sony's June 2013 release calls the launch model the CUH-1000A series.

CUH-2015A, CUH-2015B1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-2015A-3.5_4.pdfRead 13 October 2026Safety guides for purchases in the United States and Canada. The 500 GB model is CUH-2015A and the 1 TB model is CUH-2015B.

GTIN / EAN

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AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

20 February 20134Press releasesie.com/en/corporate/release/2013/130821a.htmlRead 13 October 2026Sony introduced the PS4 in New York on February 20, 2013 (release of February 21, 2013).

7 September 20165Press releasesie.com/en/corporate/release/2016/160908b.htmlRead 13 October 2026SIE press release dated September 7, 2016.

Status

Discontinued15Press articlegematsu.com/2021/01/sony-interactive-entertainment-ends-production-of-all-ps4-models-except-one-in-japanRead 13 October 2026Gematsu, January 5, 2021, on Sony ending most PS4 production in Japan: the original PlayStation 4 (CUH-1000 series) model already ended production. Sony introduced the slimmer CUH-2000 series in September 2016. Other regions are not covered by the report.

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PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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Sony PlayStation 4 (2013)16Reviewengadget.com/2016-09-26-ps4-slim-review.htmlRead 23 October 2026Engadget's PS4 Slim review says Sony will make the Slim the new standard PS4, replacing the model that launched in 2013.

SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

Sony PlayStation 5 (2020)16Reviewtechradar.com/reviews/ps5Read 23 October 2026TechRadar's PS5 review says the PS5 exceeds every standard set by its predecessor, the PS4.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$3993Press releasesie.com/en/corporate/release/2013/130611a.htmlRead 13 October 2026Recommended retail price US$ 399 announced June 11, 2013 for the CUH-1000A series with a 500 GB hard disk drive. The release does not state the tax treatment. US prices are listed without sales tax. The 399 EUR European price belongs to the European model and is not stored.

From $2995Press releasesie.com/en/corporate/release/2016/160908b.htmlRead 13 October 20266Press articlehothardware.com/news/sony-doubles-playstation-4-slim-storage-to-1tbRead 13 October 2026

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

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ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Jet Black3Press releasesie.com/en/corporate/release/2013/130611a.htmlRead 13 October 2026The CUH-1000A series launched in Jet Black.

Jet Black5Press releasesie.com/en/corporate/release/2016/160908b.htmlRead 13 October 2026Press release lists the color as Jet Black.

Hardware revisioniThe exact hardware family researched. Later revisions can change storage, ports, dimensions, weight and power.

CUH-1000 series, original 2013 PS4 design. Covers the US model CUH-1115A (500 GB).1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-1115A-1.7_5.pdfRead 13 October 2026Sony's CUH-1115A guide lists 275 x 53 x 305 mm and 2.8 kg, the same size and mass as the June 2013 launch release. Sony's September 2016 release treats the later CUH-1200 series as a separate model. It is not covered here.

CUH-2000 series, slimmer PS4 launched in 2016. Covers the US models CUH-2015A (500 GB) and CUH-2015B (1 TB).1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-2015A-3.5_4.pdfRead 13 October 2026Sony publishes the CUH-2015A and CUH-2015B guides with the same specification table. Later CUH-2100 and CUH-2200 chassis revisions are not covered. The later CUH-2215A guide lists 2.0 kg.

Platform

PlayStation 43Press releasesie.com/en/corporate/release/2013/130611a.htmlRead 13 October 2026

PlayStation 45Press releasesie.com/en/corporate/release/2016/160908b.htmlRead 13 October 2026Product name PlayStation 4.

Operating system

PS4 system software10Maker product pagemanuals.playstation.net/document/en/ps4/basic/pn_1000.htmlRead 13 October 2026The online User's Guide covers the PS4 system software. The version at the accessed date is not recorded.

PS4 system software15Maker product pagemanuals.playstation.net/document/en/ps4/basic/screens.htmlRead 13 October 2026The online User's Guide describes the PS4 home screen and system software updates. The version at the accessed date is not recorded.

Backward compatibilityiSupported earlier console game libraries. Source notes state disc, download and subscription restrictions. Compatibility with a library does not mean every title works.

PlayStation 2 (select titles downloaded from PlayStation Store)12Maker product pagemanuals.playstation.net/document/en/ps4/game/PS2game.htmlRead 13 October 2026Only PlayStation 2 format software downloaded from PlayStation Store plays on the PS4. PS2 and PS3 discs do not. Not every PS2 game is offered.

PlayStation 2 (select titles downloaded from PlayStation Store)10Maker product pagemanuals.playstation.net/document/en/ps4/game/PS2game.htmlRead 13 October 2026Only PlayStation 2 format software downloaded from PlayStation Store plays on the PS4. PS2 and PS3 discs do not. Not every PS2 game is offered.

Game servicesiNamed game subscription or cloud services. Availability and required subscription belong in source notes.

PlayStation Plus6Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/ps4Read 13 October 2026Sony PS4 page and the online User's Guide: PlayStation Plus subscription for online multiplayer and other benefits.

PlayStation Plus4Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/ps4Read 13 October 2026Sony PS4 page and the online User's Guide: PlayStation Plus subscription for online multiplayer and other benefits.

Remote PlayiStreams games running on this console to a compatible device. Cloud gaming is a separate service.

Yes6Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/ps4Read 13 October 2026Sony PS4 page: stream games from your PS4 to a compatible iOS or Android device, PC, Mac or PlayStation Vita over home Wi-Fi. The 2013 release introduced Remote Play with PS Vita.

Yes4Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/ps4Read 13 October 2026Sony PS4 page: stream games from your PS4 to a compatible iOS or Android device, PC, Mac or PlayStation Vita over home Wi-Fi. The online User's Guide has a Remote Play page.

Processor and graphics

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System on chip

Single-chip custom processor1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-1115A-1.7_5.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Single-chip custom processor1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-2015A-3.5_4.pdfRead 13 October 2026

CPU

x86-64 AMD Jaguar1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-1115A-1.7_5.pdfRead 13 October 2026Specification table, 8 cores. Sony's guide does not list the CPU clock.

x86-64 AMD Jaguar1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-2015A-3.5_4.pdfRead 13 October 2026Specification table, 8 cores. Sony does not list the CPU clock.

CPU coresiPhysical CPU cores, including any cores reserved for the operating system. These are not logical threads.

81Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-1115A-1.7_5.pdfRead 13 October 2026

81Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-2015A-3.5_4.pdfRead 13 October 2026

CPU threadsiHardware-supported logical CPU threads, including any threads reserved for the operating system. Simultaneous multithreading can depend on the operating mode.

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Max CPU clockiHighest published CPU clock for this hardware. State variable clock, SMT and mode conditions in the source note.

1.6GHz13Press articlepcgameshardware.de/Playstation-4-Pro-Konsolen-264565/Specials/PS4-Slim-vs-PS4-Vergleich-1207177Read 13 October 2026Hardware comparison table, PS4 (CUH-1000) column: maximum CPU clock 1.6 GHz. Mark Cerny gives the same 1.6 GHz for the existing PS4 (MCV interview).

1.6GHz11Press articlepcgameshardware.de/Playstation-4-Pro-Konsolen-264565/Specials/PS4-Slim-vs-PS4-Vergleich-1207177Read 13 October 2026Hardware comparison table, PS4 Slim column: maximum CPU clock 1.6 GHz. Sony does not publish it for the Slim.

GPU

AMD next-generation Radeon based graphics engine1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-1115A-1.7_5.pdfRead 13 October 2026Specification table: GPU 1.84 TFLOPS, AMD next-generation Radeon based graphics engine.

AMD Radeon based graphics engine1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-2015A-3.5_4.pdfRead 13 October 2026

GPU compute units

182Press releasesie.com/en/corporate/release/2013/130221a.htmlRead 13 October 2026Sony release of February 20, 2013: the GPU contains a unified array of 18 compute units, generating 1.84 teraflops.

1811Press articlepcgameshardware.de/Playstation-4-Pro-Konsolen-264565/Specials/PS4-Slim-vs-PS4-Vergleich-1207177Read 13 October 2026The table lists 1,152 shaders and 18 units for the Slim. A GCN compute unit has 64 shaders, so 18 compute units.

Max GPU clockiHighest published GPU clock for this hardware. Variable clock and mode conditions belong in the source note.

0.8GHz13Press articlepcgameshardware.de/Playstation-4-Pro-Konsolen-264565/Specials/PS4-Slim-vs-PS4-Vergleich-1207177Read 13 October 2026Table: maximum GPU clock 800 MHz, 1,152 shaders, 18 units and 1.843 TFLOPS.

0.8GHz11Press articlepcgameshardware.de/Playstation-4-Pro-Konsolen-264565/Specials/PS4-Slim-vs-PS4-Vergleich-1207177Read 13 October 2026Table: maximum GPU clock 800 MHz, 1,152 shaders, 18 SIMD units and 1.843 TFLOPS, the same as the original PS4.

GPU compute (FP32)iPublished single-precision compute rating. This does not measure game performance. Different GPU architectures can count operations differently.

1.84TFLOPS1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-1115A-1.7_5.pdfRead 13 October 2026

1.84TFLOPS1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-2015A-3.5_4.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Hardware ray tracing

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Upscaling technologiesiNamed image reconstruction or upscaling methods supported by the console. Supported games and firmware requirements belong in source notes.

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Memory and storage

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Main RAMiPhysical main CPU/GPU shared memory, including the portion reserved for the operating system. Separate auxiliary system memory is excluded.

8GB1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-1115A-1.7_5.pdfRead 13 October 2026

8GB1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-2015A-3.5_4.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Main RAM type

GDDR51Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-1115A-1.7_5.pdfRead 13 October 2026

GDDR51Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-2015A-3.5_4.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Auxiliary system RAMiSeparate physical system memory outside the main CPU/GPU shared memory pool. This is not a reserved portion of main RAM.

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Auxiliary system RAM type

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Memory bus width

256bits13Press articlepcgameshardware.de/Playstation-4-Pro-Konsolen-264565/Specials/PS4-Slim-vs-PS4-Vergleich-1207177Read 13 October 2026Table: 256-bit interface, 8 GiB GDDR5 at 2,750 MHz.

256bits11Press articlepcgameshardware.de/Playstation-4-Pro-Konsolen-264565/Specials/PS4-Slim-vs-PS4-Vergleich-1207177Read 13 October 2026Table: 256-bit interface, 8 GiB GDDR5 at 2,750 MHz.

Memory bandwidthiPublished bandwidth for each memory pool. A split pool is recorded in separate rows, not combined into one bandwidth.

ASony PlayStation 4 (2013)

Memory pool	Capacity (GB)	Bandwidth (GB/s)
GDDR5 shared memory	8	176

Source2Press releasesie.com/en/corporate/release/2013/130221a.htmlRead 13 October 2026Sony release: 8 GB of unified GDDR5 system memory giving 176 GB/second of bandwidth.

BSony PlayStation 4 Slim

Memory pool	Capacity (GB)	Bandwidth (GB/s)
GDDR5 shared memory	8	176

Source11Press articlepcgameshardware.de/Playstation-4-Pro-Konsolen-264565/Specials/PS4-Slim-vs-PS4-Vergleich-1207177Read 13 October 2026Table: data transfer rate 176 GB/s.

StorageiMarketed built-in storage in decimal GB. 1 TB is 1000 GB. Usable free space is separate.

500GB1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-1115A-1.7_5.pdfRead 13 October 2026Hard disk drive: Internal, 500 GB, base 10 (1 GB = 1,000,000,000 bytes). The system reserves part of it.

500 GB, 1 TB1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-2015A-3.5_4.pdfRead 13 October 2026Hard disk drive: Internal, 500 GB. Sony states capacity in base 10, so 1 TB is 1000 GB. The system reserves part of it.2Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-2015B-3.5_4.pdfRead 13 October 2026CUH-2015A guide: Internal, 500 GB. CUH-2015B guide: Internal, 1 TB. Sony states capacity in base 10. This is marketed capacity, not usable space.

Storage type

Internal 2.5-inch hard disk drive, 5400 RPM, SATA II7Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2013/10/30/ps4-the-ultimate-faq-north-americaRead 13 October 2026Launch FAQ: PS4 is equipped with a 5400 RPM SATA II hard drive. Users can install a new drive no thicker than 9.5 mm and larger than 160 GB.

Internal 2.5-inch hard disk drive, 5400 RPM2Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-2015B-3.5_4.pdfRead 13 October 2026Both guides list an internal hard disk drive. The 2.5-inch form factor is from Sony's PS4 Pro FAQ, which describes the standard PS4 models. The 5400 RPM figure is from the PCGH comparison table.

SSD read bandwidth (raw)iPublished uncompressed internal SSD throughput. Compressed throughput is separate.

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SSD read bandwidth (compressed)iPublished compressed internal SSD throughput. Compression assumptions belong in the source note.

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Storage expansion methodsiSupported internal or external storage. Source notes distinguish storing current-generation games from playing them directly.

Replace the internal 2.5-inch hard disk drive (up to 9.5 mm thick, larger than 160 GB), USB extended storage for applications (SuperSpeed USB 5 Gbps or faster, 250 GB to 8 TB, system software 4.50 or later)7Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2013/10/30/ps4-the-ultimate-faq-north-americaRead 13 October 2026The launch FAQ covers drive replacement. USB extended storage was added by later system software and is from Sony's current extended storage page. It installs and runs applications but cannot hold saved data, themes or screenshot and video clips.8Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/ps4-external-hdd-supportRead 13 October 2026Requires system software 4.50 or later, SuperSpeed USB 5 Gbps or later, 250 GB minimum and 8 TB maximum capacity.

Replace the internal 2.5-inch hard disk drive (up to 9.5 mm thick), USB extended storage for applications (SuperSpeed USB 5 Gbps or faster, 250 GB to 8 TB)8Maker product pagemanuals.playstation.net/document/en/ps4/basic/extendedstorage.htmlRead 13 October 2026USB extended storage installs and runs applications. It cannot hold saved data, themes or screenshot and video clips. Sony's PS4 Pro FAQ states the standard PS4 models take a replacement 2.5-inch drive no more than 9.5 mm thick.

Internal storage expansion slot

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Max internal storage expansioniLargest supported added internal drive under the stated firmware. Built-in storage is excluded.

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Video output

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Max output resolutioniHighest explicitly supported video signal resolution. This is not native game rendering resolution. State game, app and firmware requirements in source notes.

1920 × 1080px7Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2013/10/30/ps4-the-ultimate-faq-north-americaRead 13 October 2026Launch FAQ: the PS4 supports 480p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p over HDMI. There is no 4K output. Stored as 1920 x 1080.

1920 × 1080px13Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2013/10/30/ps4-the-ultimate-faq-north-americaRead 13 October 2026Sony's PS4 launch FAQ lists 480p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p over HDMI and no 4K output. The 2016 PS4 Pro FAQ presents 4K output as new with the Pro. Stored as 1920 x 1080.

Max output refresh rateiHighest published output signal refresh rate. Resolution and connection conditions belong in source notes. Game rendering performance is separate.

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Max game frame rate (claimed)iMaker-published maximum frame rate supported in compatible games. It is not a measured result or a promise that every game runs at this rate. Resolution and mode restrictions belong in source notes.

60fps7Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2013/10/30/ps4-the-ultimate-faq-north-americaRead 13 October 2026Launch FAQ: higher frame rates up to 60 frames per second. This is a platform claim and not a promise for every game.

60fps13Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2013/10/30/ps4-the-ultimate-faq-north-americaRead 13 October 2026Launch FAQ: higher frame rates up to 60 frames per second. This is a platform claim and not a promise for every game.

Game resolution targetiThe maker's game-resolution target. Native rendering, dynamic resolution and upscaled output are distinct.

1080p7Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2013/10/30/ps4-the-ultimate-faq-north-americaRead 13 October 2026Launch FAQ: higher screen resolutions up to 1080p.

1080p13Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2013/10/30/ps4-the-ultimate-faq-north-americaRead 13 October 2026Launch FAQ: higher screen resolutions up to 1080p.

Video output modesiExplicitly supported signal combinations. Rows do not prove a maximum at every resolution or the native resolution of a game.

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HDR formatsiSupported output HDR formats. Games, disc playback and streaming apps can support different formats. State those routes in source notes.

HDR109Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/ps4-how-to-enable-hdrRead 13 October 2026Sony support: PS4 consoles support HDR video output and need a TV that supports the HDR10 format. System software 7.0 or later is required. Sony's September 2016 release says all PS4 systems gain HDR through a system software update.

HDR1012Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/ps4-how-to-enable-hdrRead 13 October 2026Sony: PS4 consoles support HDR video output for gameplay and streaming. A TV that supports the HDR10 format and system software 7.0 or later are required.

HDMI versioniPublished HDMI output revision. It does not establish every optional HDMI feature.

1.413Press articlepcgameshardware.de/Playstation-4-Pro-Konsolen-264565/Specials/PS4-Slim-vs-PS4-Vergleich-1207177Read 13 October 2026Table lists HDMI 1.4 for the PS4 (CUH-1000), the PS4 Slim and HDMI 2.0 for the PS4 Pro. Sony publishes no HDMI version.

1.411Press articlepcgameshardware.de/Playstation-4-Pro-Konsolen-264565/Specials/PS4-Slim-vs-PS4-Vergleich-1207177Read 13 October 2026Table lists HDMI 1.4 for the PS4 Slim and HDMI 2.0 for the PS4 Pro. Sony publishes no HDMI version for the Slim.

Variable refresh rateiPublished support for variable refresh rate output. Connection, display, game and firmware requirements belong in source notes.

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Auto low latency mode

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HDMI-CEC

Yes11Maker product pagemanuals.playstation.net/document/en/ps4/settings/devicelink.htmlRead 13 October 2026Enable HDMI Device Link uses BRAVIA Sync, which Sony describes as based on the CEC specification. Features depend on the TV.

Yes9Maker product pagemanuals.playstation.net/document/en/ps4/settings/devicelink.htmlRead 13 October 2026Enable HDMI Device Link uses BRAVIA Sync, which Sony describes as based on the CEC specification. Features depend on the TV.

Audio

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Audio formatsiPublished output or decoding formats. State games, discs, streaming and passthrough routes in source notes.

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Spatial audioiNamed spatial audio systems. State headset, TV, receiver and supported game requirements in source notes.

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Bluetooth audio outputiBuilt-in support for sending game audio directly to Bluetooth headphones. Controller wireless support does not establish Bluetooth audio.

No7Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2013/10/30/ps4-the-ultimate-faq-north-americaRead 13 October 2026Launch FAQ: existing wireless headsets from third-party companies that use a Bluetooth connection are not supported on PS4. Controller Bluetooth is separate.

No13Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2013/10/30/ps4-the-ultimate-faq-north-americaRead 13 October 2026Launch FAQ: existing wireless headsets from third-party companies that use a Bluetooth connection are not supported on PS4. Controller Bluetooth is separate.

Connectivity

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Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi 41Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-1115A-1.7_5.pdfRead 13 October 2026Specification table lists IEEE 802.11 b/g/n. 802.11n is Wi-Fi 4.

Wi-Fi 51Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-2015A-3.5_4.pdfRead 13 October 2026Specification table lists IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac. The newest listed standard 802.11ac is Wi-Fi 5.

Wi-Fi bands

2.4 GHz1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-1115A-1.7_5.pdfRead 13 October 2026The wireless networking feature section names only the 2.4 GHz range. The Slim and Pro guides name 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz instead. The table lists b/g/n without 802.11a.

2.4 GHz, 5 GHz1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-2015A-3.5_4.pdfRead 13 October 2026Safety guide, Wireless networking feature: the frequencies used are the 2.4 GHz/5 GHz ranges. The specification table lists IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac.

Wi-Fi MIMO

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Bluetooth versioniPublished console Bluetooth version. The supplied controller can use a different version.

2.1 (EDR)1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-1115A-1.7_5.pdfRead 13 October 2026Specification table lists Bluetooth 2.1 (EDR).

4.0 (LE)1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-2015A-3.5_4.pdfRead 13 October 2026Specification table, Bluetooth 4.0 (LE).

Ethernet speed

1,000Mbps1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-1115A-1.7_5.pdfRead 13 October 2026

1,000Mbps1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-2015A-3.5_4.pdfRead 13 October 2026

PortsiPhysical connectors on the console only. Excludes the supplied controller, optional accessories and drive slots. Count each connector once, grouping identical ports by location and role.

ASony PlayStation 4 (2013)

Type	Count	Version	Speed (Gbps)	Location	Role
HDMI	1	1.4	Not available	rear	Video and audio output
Optical audio	1	Not available	Not available	rear	Digital audio output (DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL))
USB-A	2	SuperSpeed USB (USB 3.0)	5	front	Data and accessories
Ethernet	1	Not available	1	rear	Network
Other	1	AUX	Not available	rear	PlayStation Camera
AC power	1	Not available	Not available	rear	Power input

Source10Maker product pagemanuals.playstation.net/document/en/ps4/basic/pn_1000.htmlRead 13 October 2026User's Guide hardware part names for CUH-1000/1100: front USB port, rear AC IN connector, DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL), HDMI OUT, LAN and AUX. The specification table gives two SuperSpeed USB (USB 3.0) ports and one AUX port. Sony's extended storage page equates SuperSpeed USB with 5 Gbps. HDMI 1.4 is from PCGH.

BSony PlayStation 4 Slim

Type	Count	Version	Speed (Gbps)	Location	Role
HDMI	1	1.4	Not available	rear	Video and audio output
USB-A	2	SuperSpeed USB (USB 3.1 Gen1)	5	front	Data and accessories
Ethernet	1	Not available	1	rear	Network
Other	1	AUX	Not available	rear	PlayStation Camera
AC power	1	Not available	Not available	rear	Power input

Source7Maker product pagemanuals.playstation.net/document/en/ps4/basic/pn_2000.htmlRead 13 October 2026User's Guide hardware part names for CUH-2000/2100/2200: front USB port, rear AC IN connector, AUX port, HDMI OUT port and LAN port. The specification table gives two SuperSpeed USB (USB 3.1 Gen1) ports and one AUX port. Sony's extended storage page equates SuperSpeed USB with 5 Gbps. HDMI version is from PCGH. The Slim has no optical audio output.

Disc drive

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Disc driveiWhether a disc drive is supplied with this exact model. A separately sold compatible drive is optional, not built in.

Built in1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-1115A-1.7_5.pdfRead 13 October 2026Optical drive, read-only, BD 6x CAV and DVD 8x CAV.

Built in1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-2015A-3.5_4.pdfRead 13 October 2026Optical drive, read-only, BD 6x CAV and DVD 8x CAV.

Optical disc formatsiSupported disc formats for the supplied drive. Optional-drive support belongs in disc_drive_requirements instead.

BD-ROM, BD-R/RE (BDAV, BDMV), DVD-ROM, DVD-R/RW (video mode, VR mode), DVD+R/RW1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-1115A-1.7_5.pdfRead 13 October 2026Optical drive is read-only, BD 6x CAV and DVD 8x CAV. Formats are from the online User's Guide page Supported disc formats. CDs, BD-RE ver.1.0, BD-R/RE XL and 8 cm discs are not supported.

BD-ROM, BD-R/RE (BDAV, BDMV), DVD-ROM, DVD-R/RW (video mode, VR mode), DVD+R/RW1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-2015A-3.5_4.pdfRead 13 October 2026Optical drive is read-only, BD 6x CAV and DVD 8x CAV. Formats are from the online User's Guide page Supported disc formats. CDs, BD-RE ver.1.0, BD-R/RE XL and 8 cm discs are not supported. AVCHD is supported on DVD-R/RW and DVD+R/RW.

Disc drive requirementsiRequirements for a separately sold compatible disc drive, including supported hardware and online pairing.

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Controller

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Included controller

DUALSHOCK 4 wireless controller1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-1115A-1.7_5.pdfRead 13 October 2026The Specifications table lists the DUALSHOCK 4 wireless controller with the system.

DUALSHOCK 4 wireless controller1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-2015A-3.5_4.pdfRead 13 October 2026The Specifications table lists the DUALSHOCK 4 wireless controller with the system. The Quick Start Guide sets up one controller.

Included controller count

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Controller connectionsiSupported connections from the supplied controller to this console. A controller's connections to phones or PCs do not establish console support.

Bluetooth, USB (Micro-B)3Press releasesie.com/en/corporate/release/2013/130611a.htmlRead 13 October 2026Controller table: wireless communication Bluetooth Ver2.1+EDR and a Micro B USB port.

Bluetooth, USB (Micro-B)3Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/ps4/tech-specsRead 13 October 2026Controller table lists Bluetooth v2.1+EDR and USB HID Class, with a Micro B USB port.

Controller features

Two-point capacitive touch pad with click, Six-axis motion sensing (three-axis gyroscope, three-axis accelerometer), Light bar, Vibration, Built-in mono speaker, 3.5 mm stereo headset jack, Extension port3Press releasesie.com/en/corporate/release/2013/130611a.htmlRead 13 October 2026DUALSHOCK 4 (CUH-ZCT1) table, marked tentative at announcement: Touch Pad 2 Point, Click Mechanism, Capacitive Type. Six-axis motion sensor. Light Bar, Vibration, Built-in Mono Speaker. Ports USB (Micro B), Extension Port, Stereo Headset Jack.

Two-point capacitive touch pad with click, Six-axis motion sensing (three-axis gyroscope, three-axis accelerometer), Light bar, Vibration, Built-in mono speaker, 3.5 mm stereo headset jack, Extension port3Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/ps4/tech-specsRead 13 October 2026DUALSHOCK 4 (CUH-ZCT2) table: Touch Pad 2 Point, Click Mechanism, Capacitive Type. Motion Sensor six-axis. Other features Light Bar, Vibration, Built-in Mono Speaker. Ports USB (Micro B), Extension Port, Stereo Headset Jack.

Controller power

Built-in lithium-ion rechargeable battery, 3.65 V, 1000 mAh1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-1115A-1.7_5.pdfRead 13 October 2026DUALSHOCK 4 table in the CUH-1115A guide: built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery, DC 3.65 V, 1,000 mAh. This is the controller shipped with the system.

Built-in lithium-ion rechargeable battery, 3.65 V, 1000 mAh3Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/ps4/tech-specsRead 13 October 2026Controller table: Built-in Lithium-ion Rechargeable Battery DC3.65V 1000mAh. The PS4 Pro FAQ says the latest DUALSHOCK 4 ships with both the Pro and the new slimmer PS4.

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Power supply

Internal AC10Maker product pagemanuals.playstation.net/document/en/ps4/basic/pn_1000.htmlRead 13 October 2026Sony's launch FAQ: PS4 has an internal power supply and no external power brick.

Internal AC1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-2015A-3.5_4.pdfRead 13 October 2026The system has an AC IN connector and ships with an AC power cord and no external adapter.

Rated power inputiConsole electrical input rating as published. A power supply output rating is separate from wall consumption.

100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-1115A-1.7_5.pdfRead 13 October 2026Specification table, Power 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.

100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-2015A-3.5_4.pdfRead 13 October 2026Specification table, Power 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.

Max power consumption (claimed)iMaker-published maximum console power consumption. Test or hardware revision restrictions belong in the source note.

250W1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-1115A-1.7_5.pdfRead 13 October 2026Specification table, Maximum rated power. This is a rating and not a measured gaming figure.

165W1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-2015A-3.5_4.pdfRead 13 October 2026Specification table, Maximum rated power. This is a rating and not a measured gaming figure.

Standby power (claimed)iPublished standby consumption under the stated network, USB and software settings. A range is not reduced to a single value.

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Gaming power (measured)iReviewer-measured wall consumption. Record game, mode, hardware revision, resolution and measurement method. A range or approximate figure is not stored as an exact result.

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Idle power (measured)iReviewer-measured consumption at the home screen. Hardware revision, connected accessories and measurement method belong in source notes.

71W14Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/gaming/sony-ps4-slim-review-the-perfect-replacement-for-the-original-playstation-4Read 13 October 2026Expert Reviews, September 2016 Slim review, compared with the original PS4: 71 W on the home screen (95 W with a Blu-ray disc spinning). The review does not state which hardware revision of the original PS4 it used or the meter.

45W14Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/gaming/sony-ps4-slim-review-the-perfect-replacement-for-the-original-playstation-4Read 13 October 2026Expert Reviews, September 2016 review of the CUH-2000 series PS4 Slim: 45 W while sitting on the home screen, with the original PS4 at 71 W. The review gives no meter model, firmware or hardware revision. Stored as the home screen figure. Around 53 W with a Blu-ray disc spinning is not stored.

Standby power (measured)iReviewer-measured standby consumption. Record firmware, network, USB, download settings and measurement point.

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Gaming noise (measured)iReviewer-measured A-weighted sound pressure. Record distance, background level, game, position and exact hardware revision.

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Usable storage (measured)iReviewer-reported available storage after the system reservation. Software version and GB versus GiB convention belong in source notes.

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Dimensions and weight

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DimensionsiConsole body in its upright orientation, excluding the stand, attached optional drive, feet and protrusions unless the source explicitly includes them. Width is left-to-right, height is bottom-to-top and depth is front-to-back. Source notes preserve maker conditions.

Width275Height53Depth305mm(10.8 × 2.1 × 12 in)1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-1115A-1.7_5.pdfRead 13 October 2026Specification table gives about 275 x 53 x 305 mm (width x height x depth), excluding projecting parts, in the horizontal placement. Stored as published.

Width265Height39Depth288mm(10.4 × 1.5 × 11.3 in)1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-2015A-3.5_4.pdfRead 13 October 2026Specification table gives about 265 x 39 x 288 mm (width x height x depth), excluding projecting parts, in the horizontal placement. Stored as published.

WeightiConsole only. State stand, optional disc drive and reference hardware revision conditions in source notes.

2.8kg(6.2 lb)1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-1115A-1.7_5.pdfRead 13 October 2026Specification table, approx. 2.8 kg.

2.1kg(4.6 lb)1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-2015A-3.5_4.pdfRead 13 October 2026Specification table, approx. 2.1 kg. The same value is in the CUH-2015B guide.

Supported orientationsiPublished supported placement orientations. Stand or feet requirements belong in source notes.

Horizontal, Vertical1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-1115A-1.7_5.pdfRead 13 October 2026Safety guide: do not set the system other than vertically or horizontally. Use the vertical stand, sold separately, for the vertical position.

Horizontal, Vertical1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-2015A-3.5_4.pdfRead 13 October 2026Safety guide: do not set the system other than vertically or horizontally. Use the vertical stand, sold separately, for the vertical position.

In the box

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In the box

PlayStation 4 console, DUALSHOCK 4 wireless controller, HDMI cable, USB cable, Mono headset (with muting feature), AC power cord1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-1115A-1.7_5.pdfRead 13 October 2026Main supplied items in the Specifications table: HDMI cable, USB cable, mono headset with muting feature and AC power cord. The DUALSHOCK 4 controller is listed with the system. Sony's launch FAQ lists the same items at launch.

PlayStation 4 console, DUALSHOCK 4 wireless controller, HDMI cable, USB cable, Mono headset (with muting feature), AC power cord1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-2015A-3.5_4.pdfRead 13 October 2026Main supplied items in the Specifications table: HDMI cable, USB cable, mono headset with muting feature and AC power cord. The DUALSHOCK 4 controller is listed with the system.

HDMI cable included

Yes1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-1115A-1.7_5.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Yes1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-2015A-3.5_4.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Vertical stand includediA supplied vertical stand. Built-in feet are not a separate stand.

No1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-1115A-1.7_5.pdfRead 13 October 2026The vertical stand is sold separately and is not in the Main supplied items.

No1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-2015A-3.5_4.pdfRead 13 October 2026The vertical stand is sold separately and is not in the Main supplied items.

Links

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Product page

www.playstation.com/en-us/ps46Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/ps4Read 13 October 2026

www.playstation.com/en-us/ps44Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/ps4Read 13 October 2026

Spec sheet

www.playstation.com/en-us/ps4/tech-specs5Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/ps4/tech-specsRead 13 October 2026Sony US PS4 tech specs page. It now lists the CUH-2000 series and the DUALSHOCK 4 (CUH-ZCT2) and no longer the 2013 model, so it is used only as the maker's spec page for the PS4 family.

www.playstation.com/en-us/ps4/tech-specs3Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/ps4/tech-specsRead 13 October 2026Sony US tech specs page lists the CUH-2000 series next to the PS4 Pro and the DUALSHOCK 4 (CUH-ZCT2).

Manual

manuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-1115A-1.7_5.pdf1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-1115A-1.7_5.pdfRead 13 October 2026

manuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-2015A-3.5_4.pdf1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-2015A-3.5_4.pdfRead 13 October 2026

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

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