Sony PlayStation 5 Slim goes on sale in India on April 5 – Pricing

Attention console gamers, rejoice! Sony is gearing up for the launch of its latest console, the PlayStation 5 Slim, in India. Unveiled last October and initially available in the United States, the PlayStation 5 Slim is set to hit Indian markets starting April 5.

The new PlayStation 5 will come in two variants: one with a disc reader and the other without, catering to different preferences.

In terms of physical changes, the PlayStation 5 Slim boasts a 30 percent reduction in size and a 25 percent decrease in weight compared to the original PS5 model. Despite its sleeker profile, the upcoming console doesn’t compromise on storage capacity, offering a generous 1TB of space. Additionally, users can expand storage using external SSDs.

Visually, the PlayStation 5 Slim maintains the clean and modern design of its predecessor. However, there’s a slight alteration in the number of side plates; while the previous edition featured two, the Slim version will come with four.

Talking about the feature –

Another noteworthy feature of the PlayStation 5 Slim is the inclusion of an extra plate designed to accommodate a detachable Blu-ray disk drive. This addition offers users greater flexibility, allowing them to choose their preferred configuration based on their needs.

Furthermore, there’s a significant difference between the two models in terms of port selection. While the previous model featured a USB-C and a USB-A port, the new PS5 Slim comes equipped with two USB-C ports positioned at the front of the case, enhancing accessibility and connectivity options.


Sony PlayStation 5 Slim Set to Arrive in India on April 5: Pricing and Availability Details

Internally, the PlayStation 5 Slim houses the same custom 8-core AMD Zen 2 CPU, clocked at 3.5GHz with SMT. In terms of graphics, the custom AMD RDNA 2 GPU, featuring 36 CUs clocked at 2.23GHz, handles the visuals of games.

In terms of pricing, the PlayStation 5 Slim with a disc drive will be available for Rs 54,990, while the disc-less variant will retail for Rs 44,990. Both variants can be purchased through online and offline retailers across India.

Key Specs

Pros and Cons of Sony PlayStation 5 Slim

Pros:

1. DualSense Controller enhances gaming experience.
2. Powerful hardware ensures high-quality graphics and smooth gameplay.
3. SSD storage leads to significantly reduced loading times.
4. Easy storage expansion using external SSDs.
5. Supports 8K resolution and 120fps gameplay.
6. Includes a 4K Blu-ray player for versatile media playback.

Cons:

1. Expensive pricing may deter some buyers.
2. Lack of standout next-gen exclusives at launch.
3. Not a significant leap over PS4 Pro initially.
4. Game prices have increased, with some titles reaching Rs. 5,000.
5. Limited next-gen upgrades for PS4 games.
6. No “Quick Resume” feature like Xbox Series X.
7. Backward compatibility is somewhat limited.
8. Absence of Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos support.
9. SSD storage capacity may feel restrictive for some users.