Our Take
The PlayStation 5 Slim Digital Edition is Sony's revised, more compact version of its flagship home console, released in late 2023. It plays the full PS5 library but drops the disc drive entirely, relying solely on digital downloads. Aimed at those comfortable buying games online, it's a meaningful size reduction over the original at a slightly lower price point.
Key Features
Noticeably smaller and lighter than the original PS5, with a redesigned two-piece shell
No disc drive included, though Sony's optional add-on USB disc drive can be attached separately
Custom SSD delivers very fast load times, routinely under a few seconds for supported titles
Supports 4K gaming up to 120fps and 8K output on compatible displays
Includes the DualSense wireless controller with haptic feedback and adaptive triggers
1TB internal SSD storage (formatted capacity is lower once system software is accounted for)
Our Verdict
A sensible buy for anyone new to PS5 who streams or buys digital-only and wants the slimmer form factor. If you regularly buy pre-owned discs or prefer physical media, the extra outlay on the standard disc-drive model will likely pay for itself before long.