Sony Cuts PS5 Slim Storage in the US
▼ Summary
– Sony is now selling a revised digital PS5 slim model in the US with 825GB of internal SSD storage, down from 1TB.
– The new digital edition console still costs $499.99 despite the reduced storage capacity.
– YouTuber Austin Evans discovered the updated PS5 slim has matte black center and side panels and internal component tweaks.
– The disc drive version of the PS5 slim with 1TB storage remains available for $549.99, while the PS5 Pro includes 2TB for $749.99.
– Sony previously raised all PS5 model prices in the US by $50 earlier this year due to economic challenges.
A revised version of the PlayStation 5 Slim digital edition is now available in the United States, featuring a notable reduction in internal storage capacity. Sony has quietly launched this updated model with 825GB of SSD storage, a step down from the previous 1TB configuration that was standard for the digital-only console. While this storage-trimmed variant initially appeared in European markets, it has now made its way to the official US PlayStation Direct store.
Despite the lower storage specification, the new digital PS5 Slim maintains its original $499.99 price point. Identified by Sony as part of the CFI-2100 model group, this console has undergone additional subtle changes beyond its storage cut. A teardown analysis by YouTuber Austin Evans revealed that the central black section and the top side panels now feature a matte finish, replacing the earlier glossy texture. Evans also noted several minor internal modifications to the console’s hardware layout.
For consumers seeking the higher 1TB storage capacity in a slim model, the option remains available through the disc drive version, priced at $549.99. Meanwhile, the premium PS5 Pro continues to offer 2TB of internal storage at a cost of $749.99. This storage adjustment follows a recent price increase earlier this year, when Sony raised the cost of all PS5 models in the US by $50, attributing the change to ongoing economic challenges.
(Source: The Verge)
