The Disc and Digital PS5 both come with their advantages and disadvantages. The comparison and choice depend highly on your preferences and needs.
Disc and Digital PS5 are two versions of PlayStation 5 (PS5). Both versions have the same specifications and performance. However, they differ in design and cost.
The standard PS5 is with a disc drive. The PS5 digital edition however is discless.
Price
The digital version or Digital PS5 is offered at a cheaper price than the standard Disc PS5.
WINNER: PS5 Digital. If you are looking for a budget-friendly option then the digital version will be the best.
Performance
The digital disc and the standard disc both have the same performance. The internal specs for both of the discs are as follows;
- AMD Zen 2
- 8-core CPU
- AMD RDNA 2 “Oberon” GPU
- 16GB GDDR6 RAM
- 825GB SSD
WINNER: Draw. Both are great at performance.
User Friendly
PS5 digital is completely disc-less thus it has limitations. You can only buy games for it Digitally. This can be a disadvantage if you want physical copies of games. Moreover, in case of slow internet connections, downloading ability is reduced.
WINNER: PS5 Disc. The standard PS5 allows you to play physical discs. It comes with a 4K Blu-ray drive. This can serve as a home cinema bonus.
Game Library
Both versions of the PS5 offer access to the same digital game library on the PlayStation Store.
The only difference is the delivery method. Disc-based games require a disc drive. However disc-less ones can download digital games directly to the console’s SSD.
WINNER: Draw.
Design
Digital PS5 is symmetrical and sleeker. It has a curved white shell and a modern design. Because of its appealing design users prefer the digital version more.
WINNER: Draw. Disc PS5 offers a traditional look.
Which One To Choose?
If you are confused regarding which version is the best suited for you, consider the following factors:
- If you have a slow internet connection go for Disc PS5.
- However, if the connections are good digital PS5 can work well.
- The standard PS5 is a better option if you want physical copies of games.
- Digital PS5 can be the best choice if you are looking for a modern and appealing design.
- If budget is an issue Digital PS5 is an affordable option.
The choice between the two versions depends on your personal needs. If you value stable internet and physical game copies the Disc PS5 can be the best option. However, if you are tight on budget and prefer a modern design the PS5 Digital Edition is the way to go.
