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General

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Series

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

PlayStation5Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 8 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.

CFI-1016B1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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).

11 June 20204Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2020/06/11/ps5-showcase-recap-everything-you-need-to-knowRead 8 October 2026First maker reveal of the Digital Edition configuration.

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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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.

$399.992Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2020/09/16/playstation-5-launches-in-november-starting-at-399-for-ps5-digital-edition-and-499-for-ps5-with-ultra-hd-blu-ray-disc-driveRead 8 October 2026US launch MSRP, excluding sales tax. This is the equivalent launch hardware configuration, not the European electrical SKU.

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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€399.992Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2020/09/16/playstation-5-launches-in-november-starting-at-399-for-ps5-digital-edition-and-499-for-ps5-with-ultra-hd-blu-ray-disc-driveRead 8 October 2026European launch RRP for this disc or Digital configuration, including VAT.

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.

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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.

CFI-1016B (2020, European model)1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026Exact CFI-1016B European launch hardware. Other numbered revisions are not aliases or variants.

Platform

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

PlayStation 55Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 8 October 2026

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.

PS5 system software8Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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 414Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 8 October 2026Supported PS4 games. Digital-only models require downloads or an optional compatible drive where supported. PS1/PS2/PS3 discs are unsupported. Subscription streaming is separate.

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 Plus, PlayStation Plus Premium cloud streaming13Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/ps-plusRead 8 October 2026Paid subscription. Premium cloud streaming is available only in supported regions and for selected PS5 games.

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.

Yes12Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/remote-playRead 8 October 2026Console streams locally running compatible games to supported devices. Internet and latest system software required. This is distinct from cloud streaming.

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

Custom AMD single-chip processor1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 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.

AMD Ryzen Zen 21Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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 manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 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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161Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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).

3.5GHz2Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2020/09/16/playstation-5-launches-in-november-starting-at-399-for-ps5-digital-edition-and-499-for-ps5-with-ultra-hd-blu-ray-disc-driveRead 8 October 2026Variable frequency, up to 3.5 GHz.

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 RDNA 2-based graphics engine1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 202620Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 8 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.

3619Reviewifixit.com/Teardown/PlayStation+5+Teardown/138280Read 8 October 2026Original CFI-1000 family teardown specification, 36 enabled compute units. Sony confirms original disc and Digital perform identically.

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.

2.23GHz2Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2020/09/16/playstation-5-launches-in-november-starting-at-399-for-ps5-digital-edition-and-499-for-ps5-with-ultra-hd-blu-ray-disc-driveRead 8 October 2026Variable frequency, up to 2.23 GHz.

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

10TFLOPS1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026Specifications table rounds the GPU rating to 10 TFLOPS. Launch technical specifications state 10.3 TFLOPS more precisely. The manual value is kept.

Hardware ray tracing

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Yes2Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2020/09/16/playstation-5-launches-in-november-starting-at-399-for-ps5-digital-edition-and-499-for-ps5-with-ultra-hd-blu-ray-disc-driveRead 8 October 2026

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

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Quick Spectral Super Resolution (QSSR)3Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2026/10/01/ai-upscaling-is-coming-to-ps5Read 8 October 2026Added to the base PS5 platform through game patches on October 1, 2026. Marvel’s Wolverine and Ghost of Yōtei are the initial supported titles. This is not PSSR or a launch hardware feature.

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

16GB1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026Specifications table, GDDR6 16 GB.

Main RAM type

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

GDDR61Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 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.

256bits22Press articletomshardware.com/video-games/console-gaming/ps5-pro-confirmed-new-playstation-will-cost-dollar69999-on-november-5-with-larger-gpu-and-pssr-upscalingRead 8 October 2026Specification table original PS5 column names 256-bit. Pro estimates are not used.

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 5 Digital Edition (2020)

Memory pool	Capacity (GB)	Bandwidth (GB/s)
GDDR6 shared memory	16	448

Source2Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2020/09/16/playstation-5-launches-in-november-starting-at-399-for-ps5-digital-edition-and-499-for-ps5-with-ultra-hd-blu-ray-disc-driveRead 8 October 2026

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.

825GB1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026Marketed custom SSD capacity. 1 TB is 1000 decimal GB and 2 TB is 2000 decimal GB. System reservations reduce available capacity.

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.

Custom SSD1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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

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5.5GB/s2Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2020/09/16/playstation-5-launches-in-november-starting-at-399-for-ps5-digital-edition-and-499-for-ps5-with-ultra-hd-blu-ray-disc-driveRead 8 October 2026

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.

Internal M.2 NVMe SSD, USB extended storage9Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/ps5-install-m2-ssdRead 8 October 2026M.2 can play PS5 and PS4 games. USB can play PS4 games and store PS5 games for transfer back to internal or M.2 storage.10Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/ps5-extended-storageRead 8 October 2026USB extended storage cannot run PS5 games directly. PS4 games run directly. USB storage 250 GB to 8 TB, SuperSpeed USB 5 Gbps or later.

Internal storage expansion slot

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PCIe Gen4 x4 M.2 NVMe SSD, Socket 3 Key M9Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/ps5-install-m2-ssdRead 8 October 2026

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

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8TB9Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/ps5-install-m2-ssdRead 8 October 2026Current support page: 250 GB to 8 TB. Latest system software required. The older CFI-2016 printed manual lists 4 TB. Current firmware support supersedes that limit.

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.

3840 × 2160px11Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/ps5-4k-resolution-guideRead 8 October 2026Current 8K output setting is explicitly restricted to CFI-7000 model group. Base PS5 outputs 2160p. Older references to 8K TV compatibility do not establish base 8K output.

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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120Hz11Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/ps5-4k-resolution-guideRead 8 October 20264K 120 Hz requires a compatible display, HDMI input and game.

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.

120fps11Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/ps5-4k-resolution-guideRead 8 October 2026120 Hz Output setting explicitly supports compatible games with a 120 Hz frame rate. This is the platform limit in compatible games, not a measurement or guarantee for all games.

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.

4K TV gaming20Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 8 October 20264K UHD output/game platform support. Native or dynamic game rendering depends on the title and mode.

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

ASony PlayStation 4 (2013)

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BSony PlayStation 5 Digital Edition (2020)

Width (px)	Height (px)	Refresh rate (Hz)	Conditions
3840	2160	120	HDMI 2.1 display and compatible game required.
2560	1440	120	Supported display and current system software required.
2560	1440	60	Supported display and current system software required.

Source11Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/ps5-4k-resolution-guideRead 8 October 2026Explicit support, not maxima inferred from an accepted timing list. The page tests 1440p SDR/HDR at 60 and 120 Hz.

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.

HDR105Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 8 October 2026HDR10 supported. No Dolby Vision gaming or disc output is inferred.

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.

2.111Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/ps5-4k-resolution-guideRead 8 October 2026

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

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Yes11Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/ps5-4k-resolution-guideRead 8 October 2026Compatible display required. Enable Apply to Unsupported Games only where it works. Pro 8K output disables VRR.

Auto low latency mode

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Yes11Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/ps5-4k-resolution-guideRead 8 October 2026Latest system software required. ALLM is not sent while a media app runs.

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.

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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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Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, AAC, Linear PCM5Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 8 October 2026PS5 platform output formats from the FAQ. Games, apps and disc playback have their own settings. Dolby Atmos and DTS:X disc support is not assigned to disc-less consoles as supplied.

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

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Tempest 3D AudioTech18Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/3d-audio-ps5Read 8 October 2026PS5 3D audio can use TV speakers after room calibration and compatible stereo headphones. Sony names the system Tempest 3D AudioTech in the launch specifications and current Pro and Digital product pages.21Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 8 October 2026Exact product page or model launch specifications names Tempest 3D AudioTech. Current support setup page confirms TV speakers and headphone routes.

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.

No5Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 8 October 2026Direct Bluetooth headphones are unsupported. USB wireless adapters and controller analog audio are 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 61Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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 manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026Wireless frequency band and maximum output power section explicitly lists WLAN 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz.

Wi-Fi MIMO

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2x222Press articletomshardware.com/video-games/console-gaming/ps5-pro-confirmed-new-playstation-will-cost-dollar69999-on-november-5-with-larger-gpu-and-pssr-upscalingRead 8 October 2026Table and article identify original Wi-Fi 6 2x2. The theoretical transfer speed is not stored.

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).

5.11Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Ethernet speed

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

1,000Mbps1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 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 5 Digital Edition (2020)

Type	Count	Version	Speed (Gbps)	Location	Role
USB-A	1	Hi-Speed USB	Not available	front	Data and accessories
USB-C	1	SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps	10	front	Data and accessories
USB-A	2	SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps	10	rear	Data and accessories
HDMI	1	2.1	Not available	rear	Video and audio output
Ethernet	1	Not available	1	rear	Network
AC power	1	Not available	Not available	rear	Power input

Source16Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026Specifications table plus setup hardware diagrams confirm the complete physical console connector list. Internal M.2 and drive connectors are not counted as external ports. HDMI version is confirmed by the current video support page.

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.

None8Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original Digital Edition has no disc drive or supported add-on drive.

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.

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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.

DualSense wireless controller6Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 8 October 2026

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16Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 8 October 2026Standard console box includes one controller.

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, USB5Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 8 October 2026

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.

Haptic feedback, Adaptive triggers, Touch pad, Gyroscope and accelerometer, Built-in microphone, Built-in speaker, 3.5 mm headset jack5Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 8 October 2026The supplied standard DualSense features are described under The DualSense Wireless Controller. Haptics and adaptive triggers require game support.

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 rechargeable lithium-ion battery, 1560 mAh, 3.65 V1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026DualSense controller specification. Not a console battery.

Power

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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 AC5Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 8 October 2026

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.

220–240 V AC, 1.60 A, 50/60 Hz1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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.

340W1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026Maximum rated console power in the Specifications table. This is not measured gaming power.

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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Measured

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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.

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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.

Width92Height390Depth260mm(3.6 × 15.4 × 10.2 in)1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026Specifications table gives horizontal width 390, height 92, depth 260 mm. The manual setup drawings identify vertical and horizontal orientations. Stored upright as width 92, height 390, depth 260 mm. Approximate and excludes projecting parts and stand.

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.

3.9kg(8.6 lb)1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026Approximate console mass with the supplied disc drive installed where included. Excludes an optional drive for Digital and Pro.

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, Vertical7Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 8 October 2026

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 5 Digital Edition (2020), DualSense wireless controller, USB charging cable, HDMI cable, AC power cord, Console base, Quick Start and Safety guides, Astro’s Playroom pre-installed7Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 8 October 2026

HDMI cable included

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

Yes7Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 8 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.

Yes7Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 8 October 2026Supplied Base works in both vertical and horizontal orientations.

Links

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Product page

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

blog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faq17Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 8 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.

blog.playstation.com/2020/09/16/playstation-5-launches-in-november-starting-at-399-for-ps5-digital-edition-and-499-for-ps5-with-ultra-hd-blu-ray-disc-drive2Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2020/09/16/playstation-5-launches-in-november-starting-at-399-for-ps5-digital-edition-and-499-for-ps5-with-ultra-hd-blu-ray-disc-driveRead 8 October 2026

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

www.playstation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdf1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 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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1year15Maker spec sheet (PDF)playstation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en/corporate/support/warranty-docs/Guarantee_EEA_Web.pdfRead 8 October 2026English section, PDF pages 18–19. Sony one-year guarantee for consoles made available in the EEA and listed European territories. Statutory rights are separate.

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