The PS5 Pro is set to go on sale imminently, but if you don’t want to shell out £700 on the new console, the Slim is a fantastic budget-friendly alternative
Amazon is currently offering an eye-opening deal on the digital edition of the PlayStation 5 D igital Console boasting one of the most affordable prices around. The PS5 Pro may be hitting the shelves soon, but if you’re not keen on shelling out £700 for the new console, the Slim is a fantastic budget-friendly alternative.
For a limited time, Amazon is flogging the PS5 Slim for £334, down from its usual price of £389.99, giving you a tidy saving of £56. John Lewis is also peddling the console at the slashed price of £334, and it’ll set you back the full original price of £389.99 if you purchase it directly from PlayStation.
The PS5 Slim Digital Edition Console is an all-digital version of the original PS5 console without a disc drive. Simply log into your PlayStation Network account and head to the store to buy and download games – in no time at all, you could be playing the latest releases, such as the eagerly-awaited Call of Duty: Black Ops 6.
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The console provides gamers with ‘powerful gaming technology’ neatly packaged inside a sleek and compact design. It offers ‘near instant’ load times for installed PS5 games, and allows players to experience ‘smooth and fluid high frame rate gameplay’ at up to 120fps for compatible games, with support for 120Hz output on 4K displays.
The PS5 Slim, complete with its DualSense wireless controller and revolutionary haptic feedback, gives players the unique sensation of feeling their in-game actions like never before. The console’s Tempest 3D AudioTech places you at the heart of your game with sound that surrounds you, reports the Express.
And for those with an HDR TV, prepare for a colour treat, as supported games promise an ‘unbelievably vibrant and lifelike’ range of colours. It doesn’t stop there – the PS5 Slim brings to life rays of light with individually simulated effects, crafting authentic shadows and reflections in supported titles.
The slimmed-down console is making waves on Amazon with an impressive 4.6 out of 5-star rating. Boasting sleek design and robust build, one ecstatic buyer left a five-star review, saying: “I bought the PS5 for my brother and it’s been an incredible purchase. The graphics are stunning, with super smooth gameplay that truly enhances the gaming experience. The load times are practically non-existent, and the console’s performance is top-notch.”
“The design is sleek, and the build quality feels solid and durable. My brother is absolutely thrilled with it, and it’s been a hit in our household. If you’re looking for a high-quality gaming console, the PS5 is definitely worth it.”
Another satisfied user mentioned its silent operation compared to the original model, recommending it for a ‘spectacular gaming experience’. One buyer said: “Sleek, quiet and great performance. It takes up little space, too, and the load times are really fast. Well worth the upgrade from my PS4. Highly recommend.”
However, another gamer had some reservations, saying: “Its storage, though fast, is limited, and with modern games requiring significant space, the need for external storage can arise quickly.”
If you’re interested in getting your hands on the PS5 Slim Digital Console, it’s currently on sale at Amazon for £334. Alternatively, you could consider the Xbox Series S, which is priced at £249 at Currys, or the Nintendo Switch Console, which is available at Argos for £259.99.
