Currently, there is heated discussion on the internet about the official design of the PS5. Some comparisons suggest that the PS5 could do some things better than the PS4. We explain what lies behind the comparisons.
Where do the information come from? On June 11, 2020, Sony finally unveiled the design of the new PlayStation 5, along with PS5 games. However, there has not yet been any official information on the actual size of the console.
Some fans have now compared the PS5 with other consoles. They based their comparisons on drives and USB ports.
Why is the size interesting? According to Bild, the PlayStation 5 could be significantly larger than the PlayStation 4. This would mean that there is more space for a proper ventilation system – a known weakness of the PS4.
And with more space, heat does not accumulate in such a confined area as is currently the case with the PlayStation 4. There are ways to combat the noise of the PS4.
As seen with the Xbox Series X, there is significantly more room for fans and cooling fins in the large console case. It seems that Sony has also placed emphasis on this.
This is how to determine the size of the PS5
How likely are the considerations regarding the size? Fundamentally, this is still speculation, as we do not have official data on the size so far.
Nevertheless, there is likely some truth to the size ratios. And simply put, this is due to the standardized components of the consoles.
This is how the comparison is made: The approach is actually simple. Users have compared the following things:
- The drives for DVDs and Blu-rays
- and the USB ports of the consoles.
The advantage is that drives and USB ports must always be the same size because they are standardized. All USB devices must be able to connect to the same ports.
The same goes for the drive: these must also be the same size, otherwise Blu-rays will not fit into the drive. Sony announced very early that the PS5 will have a 4K Blu-ray drive.
Do you want to learn more about the PlayStation 5? We have compiled the most important information about the PS5 for you and will keep you updated on MeinMMO about what’s new for the PS5.
