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Sony Is Reportedly Prepping Another Thinner PlayStation 4 Model
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Deleted member 465307
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Even at 720p (I can't see Sony dropping to 540p again), I'm fairly certain we're a few years away from having a portable that could run a PS4 game with a battery life that is not significantly shorter than Switch's. While Sony is probably more likely to cut down on control extras and dedicate more of the cost to modern processor tech compared to Nintendo, I don't think they could do this and achieve the goal soon.
There's also the question of what AMD is currently offering and their TDPs and when they'll be ready to produce the chip serviceable for a "PS4 Switch" product. Additionally, there's the question of storage cost and the fact that the file sizes of many of PS4's existing library of games are currently much bigger than anything that's appearing on Switch. A huge amount of internal flash storage would be very expensive, and MicroSD's aren't quite cheap enough to be handling lots of 25-50+ GB games (with 5+ GB patches). This all just seems a few years away from being viable/possible.
I can imagine this actually happening.
holygeesus
Banned
I hope so, there are now 2 UHD titles I'm interested in buying...
Backfoggen
Banned
I'd immediately switch to a quieter Pro. Games with unlocked Fps are hell.
Undead Fantasy
Member
Finally someone with some sense.
I would gladly upgrade if this is a slimmer PRO with 4K Blu ray drive.
mckmas8808
Mckmaster uses MasterCard to buy Slave drives
I use headphones so the noise doesn't bother me. But throw in a UHD drive and I'm THERE!!!
manzoman96
Member
Glad I got my PS4 after they went all matte but before they switched to the slim. OG PS4 is one of my favorite designs for a console.
MajorPoopStorm
Banned
What is this?? Playstation 4 Semi-Pro, Playstation 4 Slim-Fast or Playstation 4 Pro (Turbo Edition)?
Mechanized
Member
The ps4 slim is the base model ps4. They can keep making it smaller and retain the name since the guts are essentially the same. It's not another tier of console.
Oddvintagechap
Member
And they care more about size. Bc that means less parts, less retail space, lower shipping costs, etc.
im ready
RedAssedApe
Banned
It's barely even 6 months since they launched the last revisions...
Had no idea they removed the vertical light. I like the rounded design better.I guess the design will be like this.
Would love a energy efficient pro, with better cooling, and less noise. Doubt I'll get that this year.
jimmypython
Member
PS4 Pro slim
$249 - 1T
PS4 slim
$149 - 1T
$99 - 500GB
vs
Scorpio
This is going to be interesting.
$249 - 1T
PS4 slim
$149 - 1T
$99 - 500GB
vs
Scorpio
This is going to be interesting.
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Deleted member 465307
Unconfirmed Member
This is what I'm expecting. Another redesign, paired with a price drop, likely for both the Slim and Pro, as Sony gears up for the PS5 launch.
RoadHazard
Gold Member
Cool, I'm in the market for a slimmer Pro. Really don't like the current design (best looking PS4 is still the OG).
akidnamededdy
Banned
So slim
keep slimming that shit down fam
I wanna stick a wafer thin PS4 on a sourdough roll and eat it
I wanna put some mayonnaise and pickles on that shit cuz
this guy knows
triggered
keep slimming that shit down fam
I wanna stick a wafer thin PS4 on a sourdough roll and eat it
I wanna put some mayonnaise and pickles on that shit cuz
this guy knows
triggered
Shil Pencer
Member
ecosse_011172
Junior Member
I'd be all over a coloured, quieter Pro.
LOLCats
Banned
Derp. I dont think so lol.
Cosmo Clock 21
Banned
I would love if this happened so I could buy a slim for cheap but definitely not happening. At least not by winter.
Okami Haundo
Member
This honestly doesn't surprise me at all. Just looked it up to find that the PS3 slim was released in 2009, with the "Super slim" releasing in 2012. I don't think it's crazy to think that they're already designing a a second revision.
It'd be interesting to see a revision of the PS4 Pro though too.
It'd be interesting to see a revision of the PS4 Pro though too.
i would. im all digital on games and havent bought a DVD or Bluray in about 10 yrs
rokkerkory
Member
It's selling nicely so why drop the price?
Sangetsu-II
Member
To sell more and get more PS+ memberhips and software?
Okami Haundo
Member
I too like to dream. No way in heck that pricing is happening before PS5 though. Even then, I don't think even the PS3 went below $149 MSRP. Let's not forgot that the current MSRP for PS4 slim is $299 for 500Gb.
I'd bet money on an official MSRP drop to $250 for the slim come fall, along with some "limited time" bundles that are $199. I'll be amazed if PS4 Pro goes below $349 MSRP.
SprachBrooks
Member
mikespit1200
Member
I'm assuming this would be announced at E3 and release holiday 2017? Kinda makes sense if they are planning on going up against Switch and Scorpio that holiday.
And they care more about size. Bc that means less parts, less retail space, lower shipping costs, etc.
im ready
HAHA as I read this thread I was thinking "what if they all of a sudden came out on E3 with their new model and it is a portable form factor like switch " (downloadable games only off course)
Yeah I know never gonna happen.. But it be mind-blowing for sure.
ditch?! They need to fucking put a 4K Blu Ray drive.
Sain Drevia
Member
Hmm... I'm really interested in getting a Pro this coming holiday season so I wouldn't be upset if they slim that beast down. My launch PS4 is feeling a little long in the tooth these days anyways.