The massive PlayStation 5 gets a sleeker form factor
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The latter can use a detachable 4K Blu-Ray disc drive.
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But is the PS5 Slim ultimately much of an upgrade?
Technically, no, but whether it is worth it depends on your shelf space.
The PS5 Slim and PS5 Slim Digital Edition are 18% and 24% lighter than the launch model.
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However, the original does have a front-mounted USB-A port that isn’t present on the Slim models.
The PS5 Slim, however, only comes with a couple of feet that let the console sit horizontally.
Sony sells a newly designed vertical stand separately for $29.99, which works with all PS5 models.
Final Thoughts: Is the PS5 Slim an Upgrade?
The PS5 Slim is not a radical upgrade from the original PS5.
