Sony PlayStation 5 Digital Edition
The PS5 Digital Edition is the same console without a disc drive, saving money if you only buy games from the PlayStation Store.
- Brand
- Sony
- Category
- Gaming Consoles
- Released
- 2020
- Price
- $499
- VersusAnything Score
- 61/100
Key features
- Same performance as PS5
- Cheaper entry price
- Disc drive can be added later
Best for digital-only players who want full PS5 power for less.
PS5 Digital specifications
| GPU power | 10.28 TFLOPS |
|---|---|
| CPU | 8-core AMD Zen 2 @ 3.5 GHz |
| Max output | 4K at up to 120 fps, 8K capable |
| Storage | 825 GB |
| Disc drive | No (optional add-on) |
| Portable | No |
| Weight | 2.6 kg |
| Key exclusives | God of War, Spider-Man, Horizon, Gran Turismo |
| Price (USD, 2025 list) | $499 |
Score breakdown
- Performance (35%)
- Storage (15%)
- Portability (10%)
- Value (40%)
Scored against every console in our database using the gaming consoles weighting.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Same performance as PS5
- Cheaper entry price
- Disc drive can be added later
- Strong value score (67/100 within gaming consoles)
Cons
- No weak scoring group in its category
Compare PS5 Digital against
Alternatives to PS5 Digital
- Sony PlayStation 5 48/100
- Sony PlayStation 5 Pro 53/100
- Microsoft Xbox Series X 48/100
- Microsoft Xbox Series S 62/100
- Nintendo Switch 2 49/100
- Valve Steam Deck OLED 29/100
Sources
- PS5 Digital: Sony official (manufacturer)
Specifications last verified: 2026-10-01. Prices are launch or official list prices in US dollars unless stated. See our sources and data policy.