Yasuhiro Otori Interview: Questions About the Internal Design of the PS5

Zenji Nishikawa writes: "I had the opportunity to interview Mr. Yasuhiro Otori (Sony Interactive Entertainment PS Product Division, Hardware Design Division, Mechanical Design Department), who recently revealed the internals of the PS5 in a breakdown video. I was able to question Mr. Otori on additional details that weren't expressed in the original breakdown video."

[morganfell]

There is some really good information in the latter part of this article and specifically they detail compatible SSD expansion sizes. A great deal of depth also on the materials and reasons for design choices, particularly the size being driven by the desire for a single mainboard construction.

[SullysCigar]

Yeah, it was interesting to get a little more insight on specifics. I was interested to find out that volumetrically the PS5 is only 5% larger than the Series X given all the fuss that's been made. In fact, if you look at both versions of the PS5, it's actually slightly smaller overall than the SX. It's funny because everyone was in agreement that the PS5 at least seemed bigger going on what we've seen.

The thing is, the Series X is shaped like a block, which is deceptively spacious compared to something more sculpted. At the end of the day, they're both big, but if that means they're reliable, cool and quiet, I'm fine with that.

[crazyCoconuts]

"The volume of the competing product " Xbox Series X " is about 6.86ℓ, so compared to this, the normal PS5 is about 1.05 times, and the PS5 digital edition is about 0.93 times. "

[Christopher]

I'll barely be able to squeeze the PS5 into my current entertainment area situation with it standing vertical next to the TV. I'm going to have to invest in a new TV stand before I get my Series X late next year. Otherwise, it's just not going to work.

[ziggurcat]

Yeah, I gotta figure out my situation, too. I think I have room on the top of the cabinet I have, but it'll be tight.

[Baza]

Yea this thing ain’t gonna fit in my TV stand. Oh well. More than happy to make room for this beast!

[crazyCoconuts]

It'll fit fine in my rack laying horizontally

[Christopher]

@crazyCoconuts: I have 16" space horizontally (4 spots at 10x16" in size). If it was a good 2" space, I'd consider it, but that's only 0.6" for all that heat dissipation. I'm not going to take that chance. My plan is to buy a new unit that gets rid of separators and instead uses rear shelf braces for TV support throughout and just one long shelf below it.

[Muzikguy]

I'm just going to put my PS5 on top of a speaker. I will have to invest in an HDMI splitter though since there's no optical out this time

[Bobertt]

Get a drill, nails, and some wood.

[FyBy]

It should fit into any standard tv closet. It has sub hifi dimensions.

[Christopher]

***standard tv closet***

Most "TV closets" do not support 16" width or standing, actually. Most "TV closets" are designed around sub-42" TV sizes and drawers/shelves to match. Now, TV stands, do have a larger focus on wider shelving and more open. I have one of those from about 14 years ago, great for my 65" TV. But, just not enough space on the shelves for it.

[aaronaton]

He said the fan is so big so it can run at less RPM, meaning it'll be quieter than most other fans.
He also stated that having the PS5 vertical or horizontal has no effect on cooling.

[StormSnooper]

this link isn’t the English version of the article.

[morganfell]

Yes it is. If you click on it you may have to wait a second on a mobile device and then the text switches. I have looked at it on both mobile and desktop and it’s fine.

[Pricey]

Digital Foundry, no need to spread concern anymore. Yes they did think about the SSDs cooling.

Mr. Otori: There are two exhaust holes for the SSD slot for expansion. Since the expansion slot is near the intake fan, it has a structure that sucks heat from the exhaust hole with negative pressure.

[angh]

That was enjoyable lecture.

[IRetrouk]

Interesting read, some good info in that, that closing statement though 🤣

Mr. Otori: "We are producing at full capacity at the factory so that we can reach the people who want it. I did my best to make it, so please buy it!"

[SullysCigar]

Lmao, loving that humility!

Something often missing in our Western world, where sadly it's usually more about pizzazz and bravado lol

[IRetrouk]

Yep, a bit of humor is always appreciated👌👍

[Muzikguy]

Right? Western culture will just tell us a bunch of lies that sound good in hopes to sell more

[IRetrouk]

Yeah, we brought it on ourselves i think🤣

[dcbronco]

@Muzikguy

That's because America has been trained to accept propaganda. We love a good lie. Sheryl Crow sang a song about America in that respect. Well, that wasn't the meaning but the lyrics fit so well.

[Einhander1971]

I have space already prepared, roll on next month.

[jznrpg]

So you can use a SSD with a heat sink but it’s recommended not to let it touch the metal slot so get the dimensions fo your SSD if it has a heat sink first . It’s capable of 5 lengths 22m width and lengths of 32 42 60 80 110 mm with screws and such included in SSD expansion slot . I doubt you need the heat sink but if you can fit it inside without touchy metal cover I am going to do it . With so many options I’m sure you can get one with a heat sink sooner than later but up to user really

[badz149]

thing is, many PCIe Gen4 SSD come with their own heatsink

[Cikatriz_ESP]

Holy shit, I thought that picture was doctored.