PlayStation 5 Slim Standard

PlayStation 5 Slim Standard Console (PS5 SLIM)

PlayStation 5 Slim Standard Console price in Kenya is Kes 68,000.  This Sony slim console was released in October 2023 to provide endless gaming opportunities. The PS5 Standard features a sleek and slim console and wireless controllers for immersive 4K 120Hz gaming on your TV screen. The console supports a UHD Blu-ray disk for more gaming and you can use the available 1TB SSB, 16GB RAM, and the expandable SSD and HDD to create more space for the games you need to install. Enjoy cinematic gaming experiences with Tempest 3D audio tech and high-responsive games. Unlock and immerse yourself in your world of realistic games with HDR’s great and vibrant color and ray tracing technology with the PS5 Standard edition. Get yours today at PhonePrice Kenya.

PS5 Slim Standard Edition Specifications

Feature	Specification
Brand	Sony
Model	PlayStation 5 Slim Standard Edition
Price	Ksh.68,000
Weight	3.2kg
Dimensions	96 x 390 x 260mm
RAM	16GB
Internal Storage	Custom 1TB SSD
External Storage	USB HDD Support
Expandable Storage	NVMe SSD slot
Memory Bandwidth	448GB/s
CPU	8x Zen 2 Cores at 3.5GHz
GPU	AMD Radeon RDNA 2
I/O	5.5GB/s
Disk Drive	Yes, UHD Blu-ray disk
Controller	DualSense wireless controller with Haptic feedback
Video Output	4K at 120Hz with Ray Tracing and HDR via HDMI
Audio	Tempest 3D Audiotech
Connectivity	Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet, USB

Build

PS5 Standard comes in a sleek, compact console design that gives players the power to play on a small device.  The console has gently curved black and white panels and when on, a light strip runs along the edges of the center back.  There is a power button and 2 USB ports, the Ultra HD Bu-ray drive slot, an ethernet port, a power cable connector, and additional USB A ports. The PS5 Standard edition weighs 3.2 kg and measures 92 x 390 x 260mm with a slim and symmetric appearance. Get to experience haptic feedback using the DualSense wireless controller that allows you to feel your game’s effects and impact through dynamic sensory feedback. You also get to experience immersive adaptive triggers that stimulate the physical impact of gaming activities.

Platform

PS5 Slim Standard has an AMD Ryzen Zen 8/16 cores at 3.5GHz CPU and a raytracing AMD Radeon RDNA 2 GPU. PS 5 Standard allows you to immerse yourself into a realistic world with simulated light rays to create real-life shadows and reflections in the games. Enjoy this great gaming of ASTRO Playroom preinstalled.

Storage

You get 16GB RAM with a 448 GB memory bandwidth that allows you to download and save your favorite games for next time using the PS5. The console has a built-in custom 1TB SSD for your installed games. The SSD is also ultra-high speed to maximize the instant loading of the games for an exclusive gaming experience. The console has an integrated I/ that lets you pull data from the SSD and design games differently. You can also expand the storage via an NVMe SSD slot or external USB HDD support.

Cinematic experience

Play your favorite games on your 4K TV for a cinematic experience of smooth and fluid high frame. You get high-definition games of up to 120fps for a high 120Hz responsive refresh rate via the HDMI port.  If you have HDMI 2.1, you can get up to 8K support. Additionally, with an HDR TV, you get to experience vibrant, lifelike colors. Experience different worlds using versatile features like DualSense and the wireless controller. With thousands of games, you enjoy smoother and faster frame rates of the greatest games.

The console supports ray tracing and HDR technology that allows you to immerse yourself in virtual reality with thousands of possibilities thanks to the simulated light rays and vibrant colors that create life-like experiences as you play different games.

Audio

PS5 Standard allows you to immerse yourself in a superior surround sound experience. With the tempest 3D Audiotech in supported games, you enjoy every sound, from the smallest shrieks to the loudest bangs.

Pros and Cons of the PS5 Slim Standard Edition

Hits

• DualSense wireless controller with haptic feedback
• Sufficient storage available
• Supports 4K videos with Raytracing.
• Updated software for additional features
• Supports UHD Blu-ray disks

Misses

• No Dolby Vision/ Atmos
• High price tag for an average user

Unboxing

• PlayStation 5 Standard Edition console
• DualSense Wireless controller
• 1TB SSD
• 2 Horizontal stand feet
• HDMI Cable
• AC Power cord
• USB Cable
• Documentation
• ASTRO Playroom pre-installed game

Verdict

Gaming is a great way to unwind, and the PS5 Slim Standard edition ensures you have fun while at it. If you are a fan of Blu-ray disks, then you should stick to the standard edition, but you will miss out on the upgrades like cinematic games, extra space, and thousands of games to choose from and play using the wireless haptic feedback controller. Despite this, the PS Slim standard is still one of the greatest gaming consoles you can choose to enjoy a wide range of games.

Alternative Devices

• PS5 Slim Digital edition
• Xbox Series X
• Nintendo Switch
• Xbox Series S