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PlayStation 5
Based on 68 credible posts from Bluesky, Hacker News & YouTube. 69 filtered out as bot-like or off-topic.
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Scored September 27, 2026
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Owner reviews
Overall owner mood
Most owners are happy with it: 62% of 68 reviews are positive and 10% negative. Praise centers on price & value and performance. The most common complaint is price & value (6 owners). Owners with 6+ months of use feel about the same (67% positive).
What owners like
Price & value praised by 11 owners
“Our cheaper LG works beautifully with the same inputs.”
Performance praised by 4 owners
“Graphically id call it eye popping and extremely butter smooth lag input free gaming.”
Controls & input praised by 3 owners
“Outside of Death Stranding 2 and Astro, Bot other games do not draw focus to it as much, but it is used more intelligently than the touchpad on PS4 was.”
Software & AI praised by 2 owners
“It has basically become my new media center thanks to me having frustrations with my smart TV's built-in software, and as for games, Astro Bot has been the highlight so far.”
What owners complain about
Price & value raised by 6 owners
“Now the ps6 will have better graphics for sure but the difference between the the product and ps5 pro I don’t think is enough to warrant you selling your console, losing money, and getting the pro.”
Display raised by 4 owners
“Sure, but if we're talking about high-end displays, 4K by itself isn't exactly high-end anymore.”
Build & durability raised by 2 owners
“I will not build or buy a bling box that hovers above the ground from all the fans to be able to get 1400 fps at 12k resolution just so I can brag on Twitch.”
What owners talk about
- Price & value11 praise · 6 complain
- Display0 praise · 4 complain
- Performance4 praise · 0 complain
- Controls & input3 praise · 1 complain
- Software & AI2 praise · 1 complain
- Build & durability0 praise · 2 complain
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Sure, but if we're talking about high-end displays, 4K by itself isn't exactly high-end anymore. A 4 year old Playstation 5 can output not just 4K, but also 120hz with 10-bit HDR colour. [...]
I got a base disc edition in early 2021. [...] And it was totally worth it. Graphically id call it eye popping and extremely butter smooth lag input free gaming. If i bought a Gaming pC of equivalent id be spend £3000 plus monitor.
I was one of the lucky ones that was able to pre-order on Walmart and get it one release date. No need for me to upgrade. My library is huge and will take me years to finish
I bought a PS5 in March 2025, Astrobot Edition digital with a price of 39,990 MRP in INR, same now it's selling at 49,990 MRP INR. [...] And finally I got it. [...] From that 10K I bought a monitor and UPS. Since now the PC market is a sky rocket, you can't afford a Gaming PC so my advice is to get a PS5 ASAP.
Got mine in June 2025 off the Facebook market. It worked perfectly. I paid $50 more than I paid for the PS4. $350. Adding an M.2SSD helped so much.
I've had my PS5 since December 2022. [...] The controller that came with the console got drift after about 1 year of use, but as it was under warranty at the time, I got a free replacement. [...]
Yes it is I got one for Christmas in 2025 and it’s so worth it and now it’s 2026 get it you won’t regret it
Yes, just got mine last holiday season. It’s like a 2 in one console, being able to play PS4 and PS5 games and mostly at 60fps which is a game changer for me.
I finally got one in October of 2025. No regrets whatsoever!
I picked up a PS5 Slim with the black friday 2025 deals and i'm having a good time with it so far. It has basically become my new media center thanks to me having frustrations with my smart TV's built-in software, and as for games, Astro Bot has been the highlight so far. Going back and forth between it and my Switch 2 pretty consistently so far, doesn't feel like either has supplanted the other as "dominant console" as of yet since I have sizable backlogs for both machines.
I already have a PS five since launch, but I just started looking at SSD prices again and prices has drastically changed like you easily have to spend 280 upwards are almost $400 just to get 2 TB of storage in 2023. I bought a Samsung 980 Evo 2 TB with a heat sink for only $130 like what is going on. I can see why PlayStation is charging 750 for the pro the only reason to even get the pro is to just get the extra 2 TB storage and you get better performance opposed to buying one separate from that.
Last June, I traded in my base PS5 AND Series X for a Pro when it went on sale during DOP. [...] Performance mostly depends on the game (looking at you, Oblivion Remastered!). [...] For that matter, GoW: Ragnarok is a superior experience on the PS5 despite being released for the PS4. [...]
I got my PS5 during the pandemic (early 2021) when it was very difficult to purchase one. One of the main things I hate about the OG PS5 is the big & bulky design of the system. [...] I had been thinking about pulling the trigger on upgrading my PS5 ever since last year and finally ordered the digital slim edition + disc drive attachment. I actually considered it to be cheaper or around the same price as buying the slim PS5 with the built in disc drive. [...] I prefer to give Sony less money as I possibly can.
I was amazed recently by how locked down the hidden PlayStation 5 browser is. [...] But it seems Sony have even clamped down on that. I sent a message to myself recently, the link wasn’t clickable, and I got a message to say my PlayStation Network account had received a warning and could be suspended if I did it again!
[...] I then leave its static ip address configured and block any traffic from it on the off chance it’s ever connected again. The sole exception is my PlayStation 5. [...]
I mean, I'll take the 4090 if you don't want it :) It's funny how we convince ourselves we need things. I bought myself a 3080 Ti a few years ago because I wanted a gaming computer, but then I ended up buying a Playstation 5 and not using my computer for anything more intensive than Factorio. More recently though I have been using my 3080 for Comfy UI image generation and messing around with local models, so I guess it's getting use now.
I’ve got no idea, I’m too busy gaming on my Playstation 5 and living a life of selfish consumption. [...] But I'd still say it's worth it to experience. [...]
I wonder if they used silent computer fans? I love the quiet Noctua fans, and replace all noisy fans with them: fans in pc, wifi router, playstation 5, mister fpga, robots, jetson orin etc.
[...] I can't use it at all with my Apple TV or Playstation 5, because the screen immediately goes dark. I don't know how to describe this exactly, but say that the TV's regular RGB display goes from 1 to 100. [...] Our cheaper LG works beautifully with the same inputs. [...]
:) I have a playstation 5 and i snagged a ps4 disc of cyberpunk 2077 from the bargain bin for next to nothing when it was the scandal of the day that it didn't really work on consoles. CDProjekt Red being CDProjekt red, that gets me a full free upgrade to whatever the current version of the game is on ps5. [...] Not any of the acceptable to brilliant indies I bought, most of which aren't available on consoles. [...] I will not build or buy a bling box that hovers above the ground from all the fans to be able to get 1400 fps at 12k resolution just so I can brag on Twitch.
Even with a working NAT64/DNS64 setup the PlayStation 5 doesn’t fully support IPv6 only connections. [...]
I just got my ps5 and it's a slim disc/1TB, I want to get two. [...]
As someone who owns the PS5, the Xbox Series X, a Steam Deck, a gaming PC and the Switch 1 (but not the Switch 2 yet), I can honestly say that the Xbox has some advantages over the PS5 as well. [...] I have some older titles I've bought for dirt cheap on Steam, but sometimes I just want to experience them on another platform, in a lying position on the couch, without having to fiddle with Windows and have a keyboard and mouse close-by as eyesores. Most if not pretty much all of the PS5 "exclusives" are also on PC, but they're apparently going to go back to keeping them exclusive in the future, but just thought I'd throw that out there that most of the games aren't really limited to their hardware either. [...]
I ended up buying a PS5 Slim Digital Edition less than a month ago since I got it for 529 euros and the second cheapest price was 614e in most places and some sold it for like 659e. [...] Bear in mind that in my country the tax is included in the price. I think I got a pretty good deal and seeing as hardware prices have risen and how Sony is getting rid of PlayStation discs, I don't regret not getting the disc version that would've costed closer to 700 euros here. [...]
As someone who switched from base ps5 to ps5 pro, i did not regret it.. [...] Yes, it is Expensive but really good upgrade on its worth. However, if you only have a budgeted mid range t.v gaming, just base PS5 will do. [...]
Definitely worth it, I bought the Fortnite bundle 450$cad, storage kinda sucks, so could use a ssd , but not cheap.
I recently got the first gen PS5. [...] I can confidently say that the PS5 I got is an absolute steal. Not only do you save a considerable amount of money, but you also receive virtually identical features to the newer models. In my opinion, it’s not worth the extra cost to invest in the PS5 Pro or the newer PS5s. Instead, I highly recommend getting the PS5 I purchased, which is also the one the YouTuber 91Tech has. It offers exceptional power and performance, making it a good choice for casual gamers. Unless you’re an extreme hardcore gamer, the first-generation PS5 is an overall good option.
[...] A lady who does whatnot and leases my employer's building had a pallet of scrap electronics. She let me take the PS5 1015A for $50 and I sent it off to Digital Doctor who serviced it for $175 total. [...] I was worried I might not be getting the best performance. Turns out, I might be getting even better performance on top of having fun with new (and old) games that I enjoyed as a kid like Ratchet and Clank, God of War, Sly Cooper, Jak and Daxter and a whole list I have ready to go through with my son. [...] I can squeeze at least a couple years out of my new (to me) PS5 before migrating to PlayStation for next gen as a main. Picked up a Switch 2 for $300 around Christmas and definitely gotten my money's worth out of it by making my son happy.
[...] Thing is, studios are JUST NOW releasing games exclusive for PS5 so I think the PS5 has more life than most people give it credit for. I'm holding onto this PS5 for as long as I can in the same way I did to the PS2 and PS4. [...]
The kind of tv you’d need to even get the benefits of a ps5 pro will be very expensive. [...] I’m perfectly fine with the ps5 in 4k. Now the ps6 will have better graphics for sure but the difference between the ps5 and ps5 pro I don’t think is enough to warrant you selling your console, losing money, and getting the pro.
I got one from a pawnshop for $350 yesterday. Pc master race but I needed one for gta 6 . And NBA2k
I got mine last week and I’m in love. (I’m a PC main and yes I still love it)
Does anyone know why my ps5( first edition that came out with disc drive) shuts off randomly playing ps5 games specifically games that run alittle hard such as arc raiders, new call of duty’s, grounded. These ps5 games just shut my console off. [...]
Bought the 4 for my kids years back and I just played Spider-Man ,the last week of Jan of 2026 I got the five for my kids and i currently have the Xbox series x
I just got a slim last week and I’m really enjoying this. I don’t know why I waited this long to get one.
I returned a PS5 digital I got for Christmas from my mom because I felt it was at the end of the gen cycle with the PS6 on the way. [...] I have PS4 and PC I7/RTX4070/16GB The PS5 of course would be better for no hassle couch gaming But I Barely have time for games and I thought PS5 would just collect dust. [...]
I just bought a refurbished PS5 with disc drive from Sony direct since I wanted to access to the some classic games and a blu ray drive without the hassle of getting a pc blu ray drive to work reliably.
so me paying the 650$ for the ghost of Yotei bundle edition ps5 1tb slim was a scam I could of got the pro
[...] The base PS5 is just a little too underpowered for me. [...]
I updated my ps4 reluctantly a couple of months ago. I love the ps5. Yet also logged 1.5k hours just on playstation year.
I bought a 5 pro and returned it a week later and stuck with my 4 pro honestly I should’ve kept the 5 pro for GTA 6
I used to have a PS4, but I upgraded to a PS5 in GTA six comes out. I can play it.
Bought the slim disk version for 450$ a month or 2 ago during the sales, it's the cheapest it's ever been in my country and expecting the prices to go up and in anticipation of GTA6 decided to finally pull the trigger, got a PS4 pro so didn't really feel the need to upgrade but I'm a collector as well so eventually was going to buy the PS5 anyway so for that price for new in box it was worth it, I own 5 switch ones but no plans of the new overpriced with a few overpriced games switch 2. Also got a good gaming PC but with what's going on with hardware not going to upgrade my PC anytime soon.
PS5 is worth getting if you are console person. [...] No one mentions how quiet the PS5 when playing any game. [...] Outside of Death Stranding 2 and Astro, Bot other games do not draw focus to it as much, but it is used more intelligently than the touchpad on PS4 was. [...]
I own the Slim Digital & I'm satisfied so far using a 1440P monitor. I think if I ever purchase an OLED 4k 144hz TV I'd change my opinion on the slim digital PS5.
The Remotto 5 clip on battery pack for the Dualsense controller is BRILLIANT. I did a 16 hour stretch on Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2. Still had a fully charged Dualsense at the end of it.
I bought a ps5 slim 1 mouth ago i bought some black plates official playstation a black duel sense controller and a stand and my ps5 standing strong
i got mine in november 2025 and im using it everyday. one of the BEST investments
I play on my pro I like Planet Coaster I have just bought number 2 also
[...] Got my PS5 pro for $649.99 on black friday. Bought the stand and disc drive too. Going to add an internal SSD with atleast another 2 TB.
PlayStation 5 long-term: how it holds up
Long-term owners feel about the same as new ones, so the PlayStation 5 holds up.
- First months100% recommend · 9 owners
- 1 year or more100% recommend · 7 owners
The claims, and the evidence
What the brand claims
No published claims on file for this product yet.
What owners report
“Sure, but if we're talking about high-end displays, 4K by itself isn't exactly high-end anymore. A 4 year old Playstation 5 can output not just 4K, but also 120hz with 10-bit HDR colour. [...]”
after 4 yearsView on Hacker News“I got a base disc edition in early 2021. [...] And it was totally worth it. Graphically id call it eye popping and extremely butter smooth lag input free gaming. If i bought a Gaming pC of equivalent id be spend £3000 plus monitor.”
after 5 yearsView on YouTube“I already have a PS five since launch, but I just started looking at SSD prices again and prices has drastically changed like you easily have to spend 280 upwards are almost $400 just to get 2 TB of storage in 2023. I bought a Samsung 980 Evo 2 TB with a heat sink for only $130 like what is going on. I can see why PlayStation is charging 750 for the pro the only reason to even get the pro is to just get the extra 2 TB storage and you get better performance opposed to buying one separate from that.”
after 5 yearsView on YouTube“Last June, I traded in my base PS5 AND Series X for a Pro when it went on sale during DOP. [...] Performance mostly depends on the game (looking at you, Oblivion Remastered!). [...] For that matter, GoW: Ragnarok is a superior experience on the PS5 despite being released for the PS4. [...]”
after 8 monthsView on YouTube
Common PlayStation 5 problems
Issues at least two owners independently report.
- Display4 mentionsView on Hacker News
“[...] I can't use it at all with my Apple TV or Playstation 5, because the screen immediately goes dark. I don't know how to describe this exactly, but say that the TV's regular RGB display goes from 1 to 100. [...] Our cheaper LG works beautifully with the same inputs. [...]”
- Price & value6 mentionsView on YouTube
“I own a Switch 2 and it just sits there. Poor graphics for max price on games I have already played years ago and they put out very little in the way of anything new Nintendo games that aren’t just remakes of old stuff from many years ago? [...] PS5 Pro which I just bought a week ago and traded in my old PS5 due to overheating issues and the system on my LG 1 55” is absolutely gorgeous!”
- Build & durability2 mentionsView on YouTube
“[...] A lady who does whatnot and leases my employer's building had a pallet of scrap electronics. She let me take the PS5 1015A for $50 and I sent it off to Digital Doctor who serviced it for $175 total. [...] I was worried I might not be getting the best performance. Turns out, I might be getting even better performance on top of having fun with new (and old) games that I enjoyed as a kid like Ratchet and Clank, God of War, Sly Cooper, Jak and Daxter and a whole list I have ready to go through with my son. [...] I can squeeze at least a couple years out of my new (to me) PS5 before migrating to PlayStation for next gen as a main. Picked up a Switch 2 for $300 around Christmas and definitely gotten my money's worth out of it by making my son happy.”