HDR-enabled game consoles

An updated modification of the PlayStation 5 gaming console, made in a thinner case and equipped with a slightly more capacious drive. Like the original PS5, the Slim version is equipped with an 8-core AMD Zen 2 processor with a clock speed of 3.5 GHz, the graphics system is based on the RDNA 2 architecture from AMD and includes 36 computing units with a frequency of up to 2.1 GHz. The amount of GDDR6 RAM is 16 GB. The built-in SSD drive with a capacity of 1024 GB with a PCI-E 4.0 interface provides fast console and games. Users can expand the storage using compatible M.2 SSDs. The console supports both standard 4K resolution and 120 Hz refresh rate. There is also the ability to output to 8K more→displays. Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) technology minimizes image tearing, providing a more stable gaming process. In addition, the PlayStation 5 Slim supports ray tracing technologies, providing more realistic lighting and shadows in games. The PlayStation 5 Slim features a Blu-ray drive that can play Ultra HD Blu-ray discs. Users can also enjoy media apps like Netflix and YouTube thanks to built-in 802.11ax Wi-Fi and Ethernet. As an added convenience, the console features backward compatibility, allowing users to play their favorite PlayStation 4 titles. The unit comes with one next-generation Dual Sense controller with adaptive triggers and an updated haptic feedback system.

An improved Pro version of the Sony PlayStation 5 gaming console, offering significant improvements over the regular PS5 and PS5 Slim. The console is equipped with an upgraded graphics processor (GPU), which includes 67% more computing units compared to the PlayStation 5 and faster memory. These improvements provide high performance in AAA games of recent years, the requirements of which the regular PS5 often cannot cope with. An additional trump card for increasing performance is the new PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution scaling technology (analogous to DLSS and FST), which uses a frame interpolation system and a built-in upscaler with generation capabilities that, working in tandem, ca more→n increase the average frame rate per second without increasing the load on the processor. The amount of RAM is the same 16 GB GDDR6 as in the original model. The available storage capacity has doubled and now reaches 2048 GB SSD, providing enough space to store a fairly large library of games. In terms of connectivity, the console offers a wide range of options: LAN, Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Bluetooth, HDMI, one USB C and two USB 3.2 (one gen1 and two gen2). The console comes with one new-generation DualSense controller, the key feature of which is adaptive triggers and an updated haptic feedback system.

The 512GB Steam Deck OLED is an updated version of the popular portable console from Steam, which sets trends in the mobile gaming market. This version uses an OLED screen, which provides vivid colors and deep blacks. One of the key features of the Steam Deck is the touchscreen-adapted SteamOS shell based on Arch Linux with access to an extensive library of Steam games, most of which have already been adapted for the mobile console. Steam Deck OLED is powered by a custom AMD processor (3.5 GHz, Zen 2 architecture) with four physical cores and the ability to process data in eight threads. Graphics performance is provided by an AMD RDNA 2 video processor with eight computing units operating at more→a frequency of up to 1.6 GHz. The device is equipped with 16 GB of LPDDR5 RAM and offers an increased amount of memory compared to the original model, including an NVMe SSD with a capacity of 512 or 1000 GB. This is a pretty significant improvement, which significantly expands the storage options for your game library without the need for memory cards. Although the console's hardware is a bit outdated compared to its newer competitors, it still delivers decent performance thanks to its 720p screen resolution, while most competitors are tuned for the more demanding 1080p resolution. In most games, the console delivers frame rates of 30 to 40 frames per second at medium graphics settings, although results may vary depending on the specific game.

The fifth-generation PlayStation gaming console is notable for its futuristic appearance and powerful electronic “stuffing” at the level of today’s top gaming PCs. “Under the hood” of the console is a custom eight-core processor based on the AMD Zen 2 architecture. The console’s graphics core contains 36 computing units, operates at a frequency of up to 2.23 GHz and has a performance of 10.28 teraflops. The amount of DDR6 “RAM” on board is 16 GB. A PCIe 4.0 NVMe 825 GB solid-state drive was specially developed for the model. The basic modification of the Sony PlayStation 5 has an optical drive. The picture from the console can be displayed on the screen in a maximum resolution of 4K. The mod more→el also has HDR support, which improves the quality of color rendering, makes the image more realistic and enhances the impression of complete immersion in what is happening. The Japanese manufacturer has equipped the device with modern wireless modules Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and Bluetooth. The accessories for the fifth-generation model are painted in the same signature white and black tones as the console itself. The gamepad, headphones, remote control, dual camera and charging station are made in the same style.

Platform: PlayStation; dVD/Blu-ray drive; ultraHD (4K); Bluetooth; USB C; Storage (GB): 1024; Dimensions (mm): 96x358x216; Weight (kg): 3.7;

Microsoft Xbox Series S is positioned as an affordable solution for gamers who want to access next-generation games without having to pay for the power and functionality of the older model. The console supports all the key features of the older model, including HDR, ray tracing and integration with proprietary Xbox services, but focuses on a more modest resolution of 1080p. It is positioned by the manufacturer as an affordable solution for those gamers who do not need the high power of the older Xbox Series X model, but would like to enjoy next-generation games. The console is equipped with a processor based on the AMD Zen 2 architecture with 8 cores operating at a frequency of 3.4 GHz. A vi more→deo chip with a performance of 4 TFLOPS is responsible for graphics, the power of which is almost 2 times inferior to the capabilities of the "older" Xbox Seris S console. The amount of RAM is 10 GB, and the capacity of the built-in drive is 512 GB. The console is equipped with three USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports for connecting accessories and external drives, as well as an HDMI port version 2.1, which supports modern TVs with high refresh rates and a resolution of up to 120 Hz. LAN and Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) are available for connecting to the network. The kit includes a proprietary gamepad, which retains the familiar ergonomics and functionality characteristic of Xbox controllers. It is important to note that the model does not have an optical drive, so all games are downloaded through digital stores or cloud services.

Platform: Xbox; dVD/Blu-ray drive; ultraHD (4K); Storage (GB): 1024; Dimensions (mm): 301x151x151; Weight (kg): 4.5;

A driveless version of the fifth generation of Sony's hit console, loaded to the max, in order to provide comfortable gameplay in 4K at frame rates up to 120 fps. To do this, the set-top box was armed with a powerful hardware “hardware” as part of an AMD Ryzen Zen 2 hybrid 8-core 16-thread processor, an AMD Radeon RDNA 2-based graphics core with a performance of more than 10 teraflops (variable frequency up to 2.23 GHz) and a PCIe 4.0 NVMe solid-state drive for 825 GB. The Sony PlayStation 5 Digital Edition has 16 GB of RAM. The game console is designed in a futuristic black and white colour scheme with blue LED backlighting. Branded accessories are also made to match her appearance: a gamep more→ad, headphones, a remote control, a dual camera and a charging station. The set-top box is subject to a vertical “parking” method and has HDMI, USB 3.2 gen 1 (1 pcs.), USB 3.2 gen 2 (2 pcs.), LAN, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Bluetooth connection interfaces. Additionally, backwards compatibility with PS4 games is reported.

A portable gaming console from Zotac, equipped with a high-performance AMD Ryzen 7 8840U processor based on the Zen 4 architecture and integrated Radeon 780M graphics with RDNA 3 architecture. For data storage, it uses a modern M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 drive with a capacity of 512 GB, with the ability to expand memory using a UHS-II class card. The amount of LPDDR5X RAM is standard for this class 16 GB. ZOTAC GAMING ZONE is positioned as an alternative to Steam Deck OLED, Asus ROG Ally, MSI Claw, Lenovo Legion Go and other mobile devices for gamers that flooded the market in 2023-2024. The console is equipped with a 7-inch AMOLED display with a Full HD resolution and a refresh rate of 120 Hz. Th more→e screen brightness reaches an impressive 800 nits, allowing you to comfortably use the console in various lighting conditions. The console is equipped with triggers and sticks on Hall sensors, which are highly accurate. The user can independently adjust the trigger point. Around the sticks there are special controls that allow you to quickly change game settings. For additional convenience, there are two trackpads on the front of the console, which expand the control options. The device supports modern connection standards, including two USB4 ports, Bluetooth 5.2 and Wi-Fi 6E. The device runs a specialized version of Windows 11. A docking station with USB C and a slot for connecting an external M.2 SSD is also available with the console. For additional protection, the console has a waterproof case with additional pockets.

Platform: PlayStation; ultraHD (4K); Bluetooth; USB C; Storage (GB): 2048;

Platform: Xbox; ultraHD (4K); Storage (GB): 1024; Dimensions (mm): 301x151x151; Weight (kg): 4.5;

Platform: PlayStation; game included; dVD/Blu-ray drive; ultraHD (4K); Bluetooth; USB C; Storage (GB): 825; Dimensions (mm): 390x104x260; Weight (kg): 4.5;

True to its name, this model is a further development and improvement of the advanced desktop console PlayStation 4, modified to meet the top class for the fall of 2016. One of the most striking practical differences from its predecessor was support for 4K video; this became possible primarily due to a new video accelerator with an almost 2.5-fold increase in performance. Processor — also improved, although of the same family — AMD Jaguar; this allowed to keep the amount of RAM at 8 GB.

Platform: SteamOS 3.0; Screen ("): 7.4; Touch screen; ultraHD (4K); Bluetooth; mini-Jack (3.5 mm); USB C; Storage (GB): 1024; Memory card slot; Dimensions (mm): 117x298x49; Weight (kg): 0.64;

An updated version of one of the most popular gaming consoles in the world, which has received a number of significant changes compared to its predecessors. So, the system boasts a new 8-core liquid-cooled CPU and a unique power management system, a powerful graphics card and 12 GB of RAM. The maximum image resolution is 4K, and support for HDR is also provided, which improves the quality of colour reproduction, makes the image more realistic and enhances the impression of depth. Specifically, this modification comes with a built-in 1 TB drive. All existing accessories and games for the Xbox One are compatible with the Xbox One X. The set of ports is notable for three USB 3.0 connectors and more→two HDMI, and you should also pay attention to the optical S / PDIF, which provides the ability to connect 7.1 acoustics.

An update to the Xbox One line, released in 2016, with the expectation that Microsoft's desktop consoles "keep up with the times." The body has become smaller and sleeker. The hardware received a more powerful processor and video accelerator, thanks to which the maximum video resolution in the Microsoft Xbox One S game console reaches 4K (and the game “picture” can be upscaled to this resolution). And to improve colour reproduction and detail, the HDR function is useful. Connection interfaces are notable for the presence of two HDMI ports — output and input — as well as an IR output for remote control of other equipment.

Platform: PlayStation; digital camera; dVD/Blu-ray drive; ultraHD (4K); Bluetooth; mini-Jack (3.5 mm); Storage (GB): 2000; Dimensions (mm): 295x327x55; Weight (kg): 3.3;

A desktop game console that combines the capabilities of a set-top box itself and a network media centre running Android 6.0. The basis of the hardware is the NVIDIA Tegra X1 chip with 3 GB of RAM and a video accelerator for 256 cores, and the built-in drive (solid state) holds 16 GB; however, if necessary, this volume can be expanded with a memory card or a USB drive connected via one of the two USB 3.0 connectors. There are no optical drives, the main source of games for the nVIDIA Shield game console is the NVIDIA GeForce Now network service, the use of which is paid (except for the first months). Through the HDMI 2.0 port, the device is capable of outputting 4K video and sound up to 7.1 more→to an external screen, there are no other multimedia interfaces. But wireless communications are represented by Wi-Fi ac and Bluetooth 4.1 modules. The standard package includes a game controller, but the “TV” remote will have to be purchased separately.