Sony PlayStation 3 (80GB)
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| Product name |
Sony PlayStation 3 (80GB) |
Sony PlayStation 3 (60GB) |
Nintendo Wii |
Microsoft Xbox 360 (20GB) |
Sony PlayStation 3 (40GB) |
| Release date | August 6, 2007 | November 19, 2006 | November 22, 2005 | November 2, 2007 | |
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Editors' rating (Editors' rating explained) |
Excellent |
Excellent |
Excellent |
Excellent |
Excellent |
| Price range |
$399-$499 from 2 stores |
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$299 from 1 store |
$349 from 1 store |
| Product videos |
CNET video review |
CNET video review |
CNET video review |
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| Review summary | A handful of notable upgrades from the entry-level model, the 80GB PS3 is superb Blu-ray player and high-definition game console. | The high-end Sony PlayStation 3's larger hard drive and ability to play PS2 games makes it a worthwhile alternative to the cheaper model--so long as you're willing to wait several months for the more promising exclusive titles to hit store shelves. If backward compatibility is your top priority, this hard-to-find model may be worth the search. | It lacks the graphical prowess and rich media features of the Xbox 360 and the PS3, but the Nintendo Wii's combination of unique motion-sensitive controllers and emphasis on fun gameplay make the ultra-affordable console hard to resist. | With its extensive digital media features, a superior online service, and an excellent game library, the Xbox 360 remains the game console to beat. | While Sony has cut a few corners to get its entry-level PlayStation 3 below $400, it's still a great game console and Blu-ray player for the money--so long as you can live without backward compatibility for PS2 games. |
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| Product name |
Sony PlayStation 3 (80GB) |
Sony PlayStation 3 (60GB) |
Nintendo Wii |
Microsoft Xbox 360 (20GB) |
Sony PlayStation 3 (40GB) |
| Type |
Game console
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Game console
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Game console
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Game console
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Game console
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| Media Type |
BD-ROM , CD-ROM , DVD-ROM
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BD-ROM , CD-ROM , DVD-ROM
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Nintendo GAMECUBE disc , Nintendo Wii disc
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DVD-ROM
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BD-ROM , CD-ROM , DVD-ROM
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| Processor type |
Cell Broadband Engine
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Cell
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PowerPC
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PowerPC
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Cell Broadband Engine
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| RAM installed size |
256 MB
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256 MB
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512 MB
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512 MB
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256 MB
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| Video RAM installed |
256 MB
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256 MB
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Info unavailable
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10 MB
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256 MB
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| Max resolution (external) |
1920 x 1080
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1920 x 1080
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Info unavailable
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1920 x 1080
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1920 x 1080
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| Weight |
11 lbs
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11 lbs
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3.84 lbs
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9.9 lbs
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11 lbs
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| Games Included |
MotorStorm
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Info unavailable
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Info unavailable
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Info unavailable
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Info unavailable
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| Product name | Sony PlayStation 3 (80GB) | Sony PlayStation 3 (60GB) | Nintendo Wii | Microsoft Xbox 360 (20GB) | Sony PlayStation 3 (40GB) |
| Full specifications | Full specifications | Full specifications | Full specifications | Full specifications | Full specifications |
| Price range |
$399-$499 from 2 stores |
Email me when product is available | Email me when product is available |
$299 from 1 store |
$349 from 1 store |
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