Sony PlayStation 4 review: specs and price
Sony PlayStation 4
Why is Sony PlayStation 4 better than the average?
- Number of games?
6144vs1217.6 - Floating-point performance?
1.84 TFLOPSvs1.58 TFLOPS - Memory bandwidth?
176 GB/svs132.79 GB/s - Internal storage?
500GBvs469.38GB - Number of controllers?
4vs1.79 - USB ports?
3vs1.72 - Render output units (ROPs)?
32vs25.32 - Height?
53 mmvs95.96 mm
Price comparison
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User reviews
Overall rating
Features
Quality of exclusive games
8.6/10
10 votes
Backwards compatibility
4.6/10
9 votes
Controller
7.9/10
10 votes
Non-gaming apps
6.7/10
10 votes
Quiet operation
6.2/10
10 votes
Performance
CPU speed
8 x 1.6 GHz
The CPU speed indicates how many processing cycles per second can be executed by a CPU, considering all of its cores (processing units). It is calculated by adding the clock rates of each core or, in the case of multi-core processors employing different microarchitectures, of each group of cores.
floating-point performance
1.84 TFLOPS
Floating-point performance is a measurement of the raw processing power of the GPU.
RAM
8GB
Random-access memory (RAM) is a form of memory used to store working data and machine code. Having more RAM is particularly useful for multitasking, allowing you to run more programs at once or have more tabs open in your browser.
GPU clock speed
800 MHz
The clock speed of the graphics processing unit (GPU).
supports ray tracing
✖Sony PlayStation 4
Ray tracing is an advanced light rendering technique that provides more realistic lighting, shadows, and reflections in games.
I/O throughput
0.1 GB/s
I/O throughput refers to the bandwidth of the internal storage. Storage that supports faster data transmission speeds results in quicker load times.
GDDR version
GDDR5
Newer versions of GDDR memory offer improvements such as higher transfer rates that give increased performance.
Is an NVMe SSD
✖Sony PlayStation 4
NVMe SSDs use the PCIe interface, which has a higher bandwidth than the SATA interface. This results in much faster read/write speeds compared to SSDs which use the SATA interface.
memory bandwidth
176 GB/s
A higher memory bandwidth means the memory can be accessed faster and therefore data can be retrieved quicker, having a positive effect on the performance.
General info
Type
Home
The type of game console.
output resolution
1080p
The resolution represents the amount of pixels that make up the image. It is a key indicator of image quality, with higher resolutions providing sharper and more detailed images.
Hard drive is replaceable
✔Sony PlayStation 4
The internal hard drive can be replaced by the user, for example if you wish to upgrade to a larger storage capacity.
Has an internal power supply
✔Sony PlayStation 4
Devices with an internal power supply are desirable as they don't require a large external "power brick" on the cable. It’s more aesthetically pleasing and an advantage if you have limited space.
internal storage
500GB
The internal storage refers to the built-in storage space available in a device for system data, apps, and user-generated data. With a large amount of internal storage, you can save more files and apps on your device.
Is region free
✔Sony PlayStation 4
Region free devices allow you to play games from different continents. This enables you to collect a larger game library, and you could play games before they are released in your region.
thickness
275 mm
The thickness (or depth) of the product.
width
305 mm
The width represents the horizontal dimension of the product.
height
53 mm
The height represents the vertical dimension of the product.
Connectivity
has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
✔Sony PlayStation 4
With a standard mini jack socket, you can use the device with most headphones.
supports Wi-Fi
✔Sony PlayStation 4
The device can connect to Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
The Wi-Fi versions supported by the device.
is DLNA-certified
✔Sony PlayStation 4
All DLNA-certified products are compatible with one another. When different devices are connected to the same network, data can be transferred easily between them.
With more USB ports, you are able to connect more devices.
has an HDMI output
✔Sony PlayStation 4
You can output high definition video and audio to a display. This could be an HDMI port, Mini HDMI port, or a USB-C port that supports HDMI.
HDMI version
HDMI 1.4
Newer versions of HDMI support higher bandwidth, which allows for higher resolutions and frame rates.
Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
Supports connectivity between home and portable devices
✔Sony PlayStation 4
A portable device (e.g., handheld console, smartphone) can be connected to a home console and used as a gamepad.
Features
number of games
6144
Consoles which have more games offer more choice to the user. It is also an indicator of how popular a console is.
Exclusive games are only available to that game console producer.
has voice commands
✔Sony PlayStation 4
You can use your voice to control key functions of the device and you can easily access your device without pushing any button.
backwards compatibility
✖Sony PlayStation 4
With backwards compatibility, you can play games from the previous generation (or several generations) of console.
Can play games while they download
✔Sony PlayStation 4
This means you don’t have to wait for the entire game to download first, as the later stages of the game download while you are playing.
supports quick resume
✔Sony PlayStation 4
Quick resume is a feature that allows you to switch between several running games with practically zero loading times.
supports Discord voice chat
✖Sony PlayStation 4
It supports Discord Voice, allowing you to chat with people on other platforms such as PC and mobile.
Supports 3D audio
✖Sony PlayStation 4
3D audio provides a more immersive soundscape than traditional surround sound technologies, allowing you to pinpoint the exact direction that sounds are coming from.
supports Dolby Vision
✖Sony PlayStation 4
Dolby Vision is an HDR format that supports greater color depth and brightness than HDR10/HDR10+. It uses dynamic metadata so that each frame can have its own settings for contrast, brightness, and colors, which results in lifelike images.
Controllers
More controllers allows you to have more people playing at a time.
has adaptive triggers
✖Sony PlayStation 4
Special motors in the controller can adjust the tension of the trigger buttons, adding to the feeling of immersion. For example, the triggers can become harder to press down as a player’s character sprints and becomes fatigued.
Compatible with a motion-sensing controller(s)
✔Sony PlayStation 4
A motion controller is a type of game controller that utilizes sensors (such as accelerometers, gyroscopes, and other types of sensors) to track motion and provide input.
Has a wireless controller
✔Sony PlayStation 4
The device controllers connect to the console wirelessly, allowing for a tangle free gaming experience.
The more analog sticks, the more complex the input can be.
has an integrated touchpad
✔Sony PlayStation 4
With a touchpad, users can control the device by moving their finger on a touch-sensitive surface.
Has dual force feedback
✔Sony PlayStation 4
With dual force feedback the controller has realistic vibrations, allowing you to feel the direction from which the impact is coming.
controller weight
210 g
A lighter controller puts less strain on the hands while playing.
The more buttons the device has, the more complex the input can be.
Price comparison
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Comments
Ron
1 year ago
8 / 10
good console, served me for 7 years still working.
Ron
1 year ago
8 / 10
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Anonymous
2 years ago
9 / 10
8 years later, still a good purchase
Anonymous
2 years ago
9 / 10
I bought it when it was launched and after 8 years, it has not given me a single problem. When it comes to the games, it has an impressive catalog. Some exclusives (some temporary and some others that will be released on PC, true) that alone justify its purchase to a great extent (God of War, Ghost of Tsushima, Gran Turismo, Bloodborne, Final Fantasy VII Remake, Horizon Zero Dawn, etc...) and, of course, the most important "third party" games (COD, Assassins, FIFA, etc.). In addition, the PSVR works perfectly with this model (the "fat" one), making it a more affordable entry point for VR than would be on PC. The only criticisms I can make are that it's a bit noisy, especially if you have it close by or play without headphones, and the quality of the controller thumbsticks is quite low, but that can easily be solved by purchasing very cheap replacements or grips to cover them. It's true that the PS5 is backward compatible, and if you have the money, it might be a better purchase, but if you don't want or can't spend that much, and it's your first console, it's impossible for it to disappoint you.
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Justin
1 year ago
10 / 10
It is very noisy
Justin
1 year ago
10 / 10
Very good at first, but over time it can easily get damaged
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