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Series

PlayStation5Press releasesie.com/en/corporate/release/2016/160908c.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-7015B1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-7015B-3.7_3.pdfRead 13 October 2026Safety Guide for purchases in the United States and Canada.

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.

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

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

Status

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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.

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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.

$3995Press releasesie.com/en/corporate/release/2016/160908c.htmlRead 13 October 2026US MSRP 399 USD at launch, excluding sales tax. The same release gives 399 EUR for Europe, including tax, which 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 Black5Press releasesie.com/en/corporate/release/2016/160908c.htmlRead 13 October 2026Press release lists the color as 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-7000 series, 2016 launch hardware. US model CUH-7015B (1 TB).1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-7015B-3.7_3.pdfRead 13 October 2026Sony's CUH-7015B guide states 3.3 kg and 310 W. The later CUH-7215B guide states 3.2 kg and 300 W. Later chassis revisions are 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 45Press releasesie.com/en/corporate/release/2016/160908c.htmlRead 13 October 2026Product name PlayStation 4 Pro.

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

Operating system

PS4 system software8Maker product pagemanuals.playstation.net/document/en/ps4/basic/pn_7000.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 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.

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.

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 Pro FAQ says Remote Play streams a Pro at up to 1080p.

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-7015B-3.7_3.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-7015B-3.7_3.pdfRead 13 October 2026Specification table, 8 cores. The CPU clock is not in the guide.

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-7015B-3.7_3.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.

2.1GHz13Press articlemcvuk.com/business-news/mark-cerny-goes-in-depth-on-the-ps4-pro-reveals-double-gpu-sizeRead 13 October 2026Mark Cerny: eight Jaguar cores with the clock raised to about 2.1 GHz, about 30 percent above the 1.6 GHz of the existing model. Stored as 2.1.

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 Radeon based graphics engine1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-7015B-3.7_3.pdfRead 13 October 2026

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

GPU compute units

3615Press articlepcgameshardware.de/Playstation-4-Pro-Konsolen-264565/Specials/PS4-Slim-vs-PS4-Vergleich-1207177Read 13 October 2026PCGH: Mark Cerny confirmed the Polaris-based GPU with 36 compute units (2,304 shaders).

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.

0.911GHz14Press articlegamedeveloper.com/business/inside-the-playstation-4-pro-with-mark-cernyRead 13 October 2026Cerny: GPU frequency raised 14 percent to 911 MHz.

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.

4.2TFLOPS1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-7015B-3.7_3.pdfRead 13 October 2026Specification table: GPU 4.20 TFLOPS, AMD Radeon based graphics engine. Stored as 4.2, the same figure Sony's launch press release gives as 4.20.

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.

Checkerboard rendering6Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2016/09/08/ps4-pro-the-ultimate-faqRead 13 October 2026FAQ names checkerboard rendering as a technique developers use to balance 4K clarity with other features. Sony's Pro page says the Pro upscales lower resolution games to 2160p. Support depends on each game.

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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-7015B-3.7_3.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-7015B-3.7_3.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.

1GB13Press articlemcvuk.com/business-news/mark-cerny-goes-in-depth-on-the-ps4-pro-reveals-double-gpu-sizeRead 13 October 2026Cerny: we added about a gigabyte of slow, conventional DRAM, used to hold suspended apps. Sony gives no exact size or type. Press reports differ on the type, so the type is left out.

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Auxiliary system RAM type

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Memory bus width

256bits15Press articlepcgameshardware.de/Playstation-4-Pro-Konsolen-264565/Specials/PS4-Slim-vs-PS4-Vergleich-1207177Read 13 October 2026PCGH: 256-bit memory interface with eight 8-Gbit GDDR5 chips.

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 Pro

Memory pool	Capacity (GB)	Bandwidth (GB/s)
GDDR5 shared memory	8	218

Source14Press articlegamedeveloper.com/business/inside-the-playstation-4-pro-with-mark-cernyRead 13 October 2026Cerny: the GDDR5 pool runs at roughly 218 GB/s. The PCGH article estimates 211 GB/s from the chip speed and the PCGH table lists 218 GB/s. The 8 GB main pool is a Sony specification. The separate extra DRAM is not in this row.

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.

1 TB1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-7015B-3.7_3.pdfRead 13 October 2026Hard disk drive: Internal, 1 TB, base 10 (1 TB = 1,000,000,000,000 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 III10Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2016/09/08/ps4-pro-the-ultimate-faqRead 13 October 2026FAQ: stock 1 TB, 5400 RPM hard drive, 2.5-inch, supports the faster SATA-III specification.

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), USB extended storage for applications (SuperSpeed USB 5 Gbps or faster, 250 GB to 8 TB)9Maker 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 Pro FAQ says the stock 1 TB 5400 RPM drive can be replaced with a 2.5-inch drive no more than 9.5 mm thick.

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.

3840 × 2160px6Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2016/09/08/ps4-pro-the-ultimate-faqRead 13 October 2026FAQ: PS4 Pro introduces 4K output, with 2160p YUV420 and 2160p RGB settings, on a supported 4K TV.

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.

60Hz6Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2016/09/08/ps4-pro-the-ultimate-faqRead 13 October 2026FAQ: 4K output at up to 60 frames per second with a supported 4K TV and a Premium High Speed HDMI Cable. Older High Speed cables can cause flicker.

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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.

60fps6Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2016/09/08/ps4-pro-the-ultimate-faqRead 13 October 2026FAQ: 4K output at 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.

Up to 4K (3840 x 2160) on 4K TVs. 1080p on HDTVs.6Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2016/09/08/ps4-pro-the-ultimate-faqRead 13 October 2026FAQ: games can run at up to 4K on 4K TVs and run at 1080p on HDTVs. Many developers use checkerboard rendering instead of native 4K.

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.

ASony PlayStation 4 Pro

Width (px)	Height (px)	Refresh rate (Hz)	Conditions
3840	2160	60	2160p YUV420 or RGB. Requires a supported 4K TV and a Premium High Speed HDMI cable.

Source6Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2016/09/08/ps4-pro-the-ultimate-faqRead 13 October 2026Only the 2160p 60 Hz row the FAQ states. Lower-resolution rows are not listed.

BSony PlayStation 4 Slim

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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.

HDR106Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2016/09/08/ps4-pro-the-ultimate-faqRead 13 October 2026FAQ: fully compatible with the HDR10 specification at launch. There are no plans for Dolby Vision.7Maker 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.

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.

2.015Press articlepcgameshardware.de/Playstation-4-Pro-Konsolen-264565/Specials/PS4-Slim-vs-PS4-Vergleich-1207177Read 13 October 2026PCGH comparison table lists HDMI 2.0 for the PS4 Pro. iFixit's teardown also lists HDMI 2.0. 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.

No6Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2016/09/08/ps4-pro-the-ultimate-faqRead 13 October 2026Sony's 2013 PS4 launch FAQ states third-party Bluetooth wireless headsets are not supported on PS4. The Pro FAQ does not add Bluetooth audio.

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 51Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-7015B-3.7_3.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 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 GHz, 5 GHz1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-7015B-3.7_3.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.

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.

4.0 (LE)1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-7015B-3.7_3.pdfRead 13 October 2026

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-7015B-3.7_3.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 Pro

Type	Count	Version	Speed (Gbps)	Location	Role
HDMI	1	2.0	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 3.1 Gen1)	5	front	Data and accessories
USB-A	1	SuperSpeed USB (USB 3.1 Gen1)	5	rear	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

Source8Maker product pagemanuals.playstation.net/document/en/ps4/basic/pn_7000.htmlRead 13 October 2026User's Guide hardware part names for CUH-7000/7100/7200: front USB port, rear AC IN connector, HDMI OUT, AUX, DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL), USB and LAN. The specification table gives three SuperSpeed USB (USB 3.1 Gen1) ports, and Sony's launch release puts two in the front and one at the rear. Sony's extended storage page equates SuperSpeed USB with 5 Gbps. HDMI 2.0 is from PCGH and the iFixit teardown.

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-7015B-3.7_3.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-7015B-3.7_3.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. The Pro does not play Ultra HD Blu-ray discs (Sony Pro FAQ).

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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Included controller

DUALSHOCK 4 wireless controller1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-7015B-3.7_3.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.

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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)2Maker 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.

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 port2Maker 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.

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 mAh2Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/ps4/tech-specsRead 13 October 2026Controller table: Built-in Lithium-ion Rechargeable Battery DC3.65V 1000mAh. Sony's Pro FAQ says the latest DUALSHOCK 4 ships with the Pro.

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 AC1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-7015B-3.7_3.pdfRead 13 October 2026The system has an AC IN connector and ships with an AC power cord and no external adapter.

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-7015B-3.7_3.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.

310W1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-7015B-3.7_3.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.

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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.

Width295Height55Depth327mm(11.6 × 2.2 × 12.9 in)1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-7015B-3.7_3.pdfRead 13 October 2026Specification table gives about 295 x 55 x 327 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.

3.3kg(7.3 lb)1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-7015B-3.7_3.pdfRead 13 October 2026Specification table, approx. 3.3 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-7015B-3.7_3.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 Pro console, DUALSHOCK 4 wireless controller, HDMI cable, USB cable, Mono headset (with muting feature), AC power cord1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-7015B-3.7_3.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 Pro FAQ says a Premium High Speed HDMI cable is included.

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-7015B-3.7_3.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-7015B-3.7_3.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/ps4/ps4-pro3Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/ps4/ps4-proRead 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-specs2Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/ps4/tech-specsRead 13 October 2026Sony US tech specs page lists the PS4 Pro (CUH-7000 series) next to the PS4 and the DUALSHOCK 4 (CUH-ZCT2).

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-7015B-3.7_3.pdf1Owner's manualmanuals.playstation.net/document/pdf/CUH-7015B-3.7_3.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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