PS5 Slim First Look and TEARDOWN!!
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The video opens with Linus introducing the PS5 Slim, noting it as a smaller, sleeker revision that promises easier integration into media setups. He teases the unboxing and immediate teardown, acknowledging the interest around a revised cooling system and new IO arrangement. Early on, they highlight the new front IO shift to USB-C, the absence of a stand, and the option to upgrade the all-digital model later with a disc drive, framing this as a flexible, future-proof option. The unboxing segment confirms the bundle contents including the DualSense controller, HDMI cable, and a quick-start guide, while pointing out the updated storage expansion guidance that Sony provides. The team then begins the tear-down, comparing the Slim to the original PS5 in size and weight, and explaining how the Slim reduces mass through a smaller cooler and six-nanometer node, while retaining much of the internal layout and functionality. They discuss the engineering choices behind the new vent design, the reoriented USB ports, and the online binding requirement for the detachable disc drive upgrade, noting both practical advantages and potential drawbacks for users. The teardown itself reveals the inside architecture, including the front IO daughterboard, five heat pipes, liquid metal on key components, and the SSD memory arrangement. The Power Draw measurements are shared, showing comparable consumption to the original model in idle, home screen, and gameplay across different scenarios, with warnings to properly close games to avoid higher power spikes. The host evaluates the cooling performance and acoustics, noting that both PS5 variants remain quiet under load with only subtle differences in sound profile. By the end, they conclude that the PS5 Slim is a meaningful upgrade in size, IO flexibility, and storage, though it does not deliver a dramatic node shrink or thermal revolution. They thank dbrand for providing Darkplates and discuss potential accessory options, while also reminding viewers about a sponsor and a tool kit update. The video closes with a nod to related content such as the PSVR2 review and a wrap-up on the Slim’s overall value proposition for current and prospective PS5 owners.
Topics · gaming hardware · electronics · teardown · console-innovation · hardware-review
Questions answered
- What are the key changes in the PS5 Slim compared to the original PS5?
- The PS5 Slim is smaller and lighter due to a six-nanometer node and a smaller cooler, updated IO including a front USB-C, and a new vent design. It retains core functionality, with increased storage in the all-digital version, and allows future disc-drive upgrades for the digital version. The design also removes the stand, requiring a separate stand if desired, and there is an online binding step for the disc-drive upgrade.
- How accessible is the PS5 Slim for upgrades and maintenance?
- The Slim keeps the internal layout accessible for upgrades like M.2 storage up to 110 millimeters and features user-friendly steps for storage expansion. However, it introduces different screws and a more integrated front IO that may affect certain docks. The teardown indicates it is relatively easy to access the heatsink, memory, and power components, though care is required for the liquid metal and delicate heat pipes.
- Does the PS5 Slim offer better thermal performance or quieter operation than the original?
- Testing suggests the Slim is quieter overall, with similar idle and load noise levels to the original, but with some acoustic differences around the side of the optical drive. The reduced cooler and optimized airflow in the Slim contribute to its lighter weight and lower profile without a dramatic loss in cooling efficiency.