PS3 120GB Reviews - Don"t Buy PlayStation 3 Slim 120GB Before You Read This
The new PS3 120GB model was officially released in September 2009 in USA and Europe at a price of $299 which is relatively cheap as compared to the original ps3 version. The PS3 120GB reviews below will help you to determine if it is a good buy.
Out of the box, the new PlayStation 3 120GB model has almost the identical functions and features as the old ps3 model but is 33% smaller, 36% lighter and includes a 120GB harddisk drive.
The Slim model has a new 45nm version of the Cell processor, which runs at the same speed as the 60nm processor in the "old" PS3 but is smaller and more energy efficient. Power consumption has also been reduced to 2/3 and that helps to cut down the fan noise.
Reviewing ps3 120gb gives a textured surface finish giving the system a nicer look to attract a more wider gamers. Comparable to the 80GB and 160GB models, the new PS3 Slim has built-in Wi-Fi and two USB ports but there's no backwards compatibility for PS2 games, a disappointing news.
You can change the physical hard drive while still having the warranty, and Sony has moved the hard drive to the front for easy access. However, you don't have the option of installing another operating system like Linux because Sony has removed this feature from the slim model.
It also does not allow you to make it stand vertically unless you want to pay $24 to buy a stand and will have an upgraded firmware version 3.
John Koller, director of hardware marketing for Sony Computer Entertainment America, says they've been able to run down inventory of older models, but he didn't have the best answer as to why someone would buy an old 80GB model over the new 120GB Slim.
"Some people want a unit right away and they may like the look of the old unit," he said. "People will have their reasons for wanting one."
Hopefully the above PS3 120GB reviews have given you a good understanding of what the new model can acheive in your gameplay.
Out of the box, the new PlayStation 3 120GB model has almost the identical functions and features as the old ps3 model but is 33% smaller, 36% lighter and includes a 120GB harddisk drive.
The Slim model has a new 45nm version of the Cell processor, which runs at the same speed as the 60nm processor in the "old" PS3 but is smaller and more energy efficient. Power consumption has also been reduced to 2/3 and that helps to cut down the fan noise.
Reviewing ps3 120gb gives a textured surface finish giving the system a nicer look to attract a more wider gamers. Comparable to the 80GB and 160GB models, the new PS3 Slim has built-in Wi-Fi and two USB ports but there's no backwards compatibility for PS2 games, a disappointing news.
You can change the physical hard drive while still having the warranty, and Sony has moved the hard drive to the front for easy access. However, you don't have the option of installing another operating system like Linux because Sony has removed this feature from the slim model.
It also does not allow you to make it stand vertically unless you want to pay $24 to buy a stand and will have an upgraded firmware version 3.
John Koller, director of hardware marketing for Sony Computer Entertainment America, says they've been able to run down inventory of older models, but he didn't have the best answer as to why someone would buy an old 80GB model over the new 120GB Slim.
"Some people want a unit right away and they may like the look of the old unit," he said. "People will have their reasons for wanting one."
Hopefully the above PS3 120GB reviews have given you a good understanding of what the new model can acheive in your gameplay.
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