The PS5 Slim 1TB and PS4 are both available for less – but there’s one small catch
Gamers seeking to purchase the newest consoles can now discover some unexpected bargains online. At musicMagpie, a Sony Playstation 5 Slim with 1TB of storage is offered slightly cheaper (£424.99) than a brand-new £429 Sony PlayStation 5 Digital Edition from Currys with less memory at 850GB, making it an attractive option for anyone wanting more memory without paying full price.
The catch is that all consoles are refurbished, but each one is carefully tested and comes with a 12-month warranty for peace of mind. musicMagpie specialises in refurbished tech and lets shoppers trade in old devices for cash, from phones and tablets to game consoles and DVDs.
Each product is tested by technicians and priced well below new equivalents. Consoles like the PS5 Slim 1TB and PS4 500GB are available fully unlocked, and older devices can be traded in online or at participating Timpson stores for fast payment, reports the Daily Star.
The Sony PlayStation 5 Slim Disc Edition 1TB in white is rated Very Good, which means there is some cosmetic wear-and-tear but is otherwise in full working order. The PS5 Slim is a slimmer, lighter, and faster version of the PS5, designed to fit more easily into smaller spaces without compromising on performance. It delivers 4K Ultra HD graphics at up to 120fps for smooth, lifelike gameplay, the site says, and it comes with a generous 1TB SSD to store all favourite titles.
An extra USB-C port also allows multiple controllers to be charged simultaneously, making it perfect for multiplayer sessions. This refurbished model comes with a free 12-month warranty, a 14-day money-back guarantee, and free delivery, ensuring peace of mind while enjoying high-quality gaming. Its refurbished grade is rated as ‘Very Good’, according to the site.
The Sony PlayStation 5 Slim Disc Edition 1TB is available from musicMagpie
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It delivers 4K Ultra HD graphics at up to 120fps for smooth, lifelike gameplay and comes with a generous 1TB SSD to store all favourite titles
The Sony PS4 500GB in black is available for £119.99 in a ‘Very Good’ condition, versus £359 new, and it offers dynamic and immersive gaming with powerful graphics, fast load times, and personalised features, the site says. Its connected system supports social and second-screen capabilities alongside all favourite digital entertainment apps and PlayStation exclusives. There’s also the PS4 1TB option for £169.99, down from £359 brand new.
Both consoles are part of musicMagpie’s certified refurbished range, offering savings compared with new models while maintaining quality and reliability. Payments can be spread over time with finance options, and older devices can be traded in for instant cash via Timpson stores or online, making it easy to upgrade to the latest gaming tech, the brand says.
Argos also has the Xbox Series S Digital Console for £289.99. This comes with the console itself, a wireless controller and a ‘high speed HDMI cable power cord’.
For anyone who wants to splurge out, there is also the ASUS Rog Xbox Ally Handheld Gaming Console for £499 at Currys. This one has a 7-inch full HD touchscreen, up to 12 hours of battery life, 16GB of storage and is compatible with Windows.
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