Digital Foundry - Hands-on with the CUH-2000 PS4 Slim

The new console is significantly more power efficient, it generates less heat and it is palpably quieter.

[TwoForce]

One thing I give credit to Digital Foundry that they know their source very well. I get it why PS4 Pro get too many negatives reception, but at least Digital give these two PS4 a positive.

[MasterCornholio]

The slim isn't a bad system. It's the same great console that over 40 million gamers enjoy but in a smaller package. On top of that it consumes less energy and runs quieter. Not to mention the new DS4 is better than the old model as well.

I know a lot of people are hating the PS4 because of the way it looks. But if you ignore it's appearance you can see that its better than the original model.

[TwoForce]

Yeah, I agree on that one. And my god, I wish we didn't start a console war in first place. But I guess we have to accept it and deal with it. But I believe that we able to move on.

[Neonridr]

just sucks that they removed the optical audio. Those with nice surround headsets won't be able to use them with this model. And then asking someone to spend $100+ more just so they can use it is a little harsh.

Other than that, it's a solid replacement and retains basically all the same features at a more attractive price.

[firelogic]

I actually love the look of the Slim. It's more sleek and when I look at a picture and look over at my PS4, the one I have looks really bulky and unstreamlined. Given a choice, I'd opt for the Slim on pure aesthetics alone. The improvements are just gravy.

[Genuine-User]

"PlayStation 4 Slim model sees around a 40 per cent reduction in overall volume."

40% smaller than the OG PS4. That's amazing considering the OG PS4 is slightly smaller than the Xbox One S.

"it appears to be significantly quieter in many scenarios. In fact, in the tests we ran using digital content (ie no BD drive noise), it's up there with the original Xbox One and marginally quieter than the Xbox One S"

Wow

[TwoForce]

It's smaller than any consoles.

[Neonridr]

the OG PS4 and XB1 S are basically the same size. Based on pictures of comparisons out there. But the Slim is considerably smaller, yes.

[Genuine-User]

Yep. I might get it for the living room. I can't believe it is almost as quite as the OG Xbox One with such a small form factor.

[badz149]

while the Slim is a tempting piece but I'll go with the Pro for my 2nd unit. kinda excited to experience the difference offered by it.

[MasterCornholio]

That's a pretty good choice.

:)