ps3 buying?

Question

should i buy a ps3 or not people bagg them but i think there good some people say there is not alot of games but that will change please help me if i should buy a ps3 or not

Answer 1

This is my cut and paste answer. The reason for that is because a tech info is a tech info, you can't beat it (sources below).

PS3 will win the console war, no doubt. Xbox 360 and Wii are so weak from technological point of view, that in couple of years they won't be capable of dealing with serious graphics. GTA IV, for instance, isn't even announced for Wii - this toy won't be able to cope with the game's requirements. Xbox 360 is getting GTA IV, however, the game is going to be released on several DVDs - Xbox 360 owners will have to interrupt gaming process and switch discs (Rockstar complained about this issue). Only PS3 will have it on single BD-DVD.

Let's compare PS3 and XBOX 360:

A third of XBOX 360 (33%) are malfunctioning right from the start. PS3 return rate is only around 0.2%. Despite some people say, that new 360 has no breakdown issues - just visit Xbox section of Yahoo answers and see for yourself an amount of complaints.

PS3 has 8 (7+1) kernels in Cell processor, Xbox 360 -only 3.
PS3 uses advanced tech called Blu-Ray, one disc can store up to 54 gb (in the future - up to 200 gb), Xbox 360 - regular dual layer DVD-9 (8.5GB). It's possible to get HD-DVD (max. - 30GB) for 360, but it'll cost you around 180$, in this case Xbox is going to be MUCH more expensive, than PS3.
Calculations per sec - PS3 - 51-billion-dot-product-operati... per second
Xbox 360 - 33.6-billion-dot-product-opera... per second
PS3 has full media support - USBs, built-in 4 slots card reader (except 20GB and 40GB versions), ability to use printer and so on.
Xbox 360 has USBs and only 2 memory slots.
PS3 supports up to 7 Bluetooth Controllers
Xbox 360 - up to 4 Controllers
PS3 - wi-fi included (except 20 gb version)
Xbox 360 - wi-fi will cost you around 100 $

Graphics are stronger in PS3, due to RSX chip, that was developed by Nvidia exclusively for PS3. RSX runs on 550 Mhz. It's difficult to compare their graphics chips, because 360 has a video chip with totally different structure and operating memory is divided differently in both consoles. However, PS3 exclusives look better than 360's exclusives.

PS3 uses technology from AGEIA company. It does to physics of the game same thing GPU (videocard processor) does to graphics. This thing is on sale for PC(special card). The price is around 350$. There is no such thing in 360.

Xbox 360 is widely known for so-called "red ring of death" problem - it gets overheated easily. My PS3 was running for more than 15 hours non-stop with no problems. Sometimes Xbox 360 becomes so overheated, that thermopaste on CPU melts, drips on motherboard and successfully shortcircuits it. That's why in some countries people call Xbox 360 "Coffin 360".

Besides all of this, I've seen disassembled Xbox 360 - regular PC architecture - Billy Gates is an uninventive nerd (as usual).
When I saw disassembled PS3 - it was a surprise - smart architecture, good cooling (don't buy external PS3 coolers - they make everything worse - original system is good), etc.

In 2008 PS3 will get more than 300 games, including Metal Gear Solid 4, The Agent and other great exclusives. Here is the good link to the future PS3 releases. http://ps3.ign.com/index/release.html......

PS3 online is free, Xbox 360 - you have to pay.

There were reports, that 360 scratches discs. No reports on that in PS3.

The funniest thing, that right now there are no games for PS3, that show full potential of the console. Biggest games weigh only 25 GB (Xbox 360 will need more than 3 discs even for those).

On PS3 you can install other OS, such as Linux Yellow Dog, Ubuntu and others. Sony officially lets you do it. There is no such thing in 360.

PS3 HDD can be replaced easily with any 2.5" SATA 5400 RPM HDD (used in laptops). 250 GB will cost you around 170$. In 360 you have to buy exclusive HDD, where 20GB will cost you 100$.

Sony expects PS3 to stay on the market for, at least, 7-10 years. Also Sony reduces price now. There is a cheaper 40GB version of PS3.

Sony constantly upgrades PS3 software (free updates for OS) - you get new functions and improvements.

PS3 controller (sixaxis) has a motion control - you move controller - game responds. Wii has it, Xbox 360 - doesn't. PS3 is getting rumble controller (Dualshock 3) in 1st quarter 2008, Japan gets it in this November.

On PS3 you can help sick people by running Folding Home project. Wii and Xbox 360 didn't even think about it.

New 40GB is 399$ or 399 euro (depends on the region) - it has no backwards compatibility with PS2 games, has 2 USBs instead of 4, no built-in card reader, but it's the same PS3, strong, reliable, less noisy, different cooling system. The price is friendly.

I didn't mention Wii, because it's so weak, no point to talk about it. Leave it for kindergarten and casual games.

www.teamxbox.com
www.kotaku.com
www.qj.net
www.ign.com
www.wikipedia.org
www.newegg.com
www.ps3fanboy.com and many other sources.

Answer 2

The only reason you should be interested in buying a PS3 - or ANY game console, for that matter - is whether or not there are enough games out to make it worth your while.

This should really only include those games you can't play anywhere else. For instance, Oblivion is on both the 360 and PS3, so it doesn't matter which one you buy, you'll still be able to play the game. However, Rachet&Clank is only available on the PS3. So if you really want to play this game, you have to buy a PS3.

I would also strongly advise against buying a console based on future releases. As an example, Lair was one of the PS3's most anticipated titles for 2007. It was delayed and then once it came out, it was clearly not the jaw-dropping game it was expected to be... This is why you should NOT buy a game console based on games that don't exist yet. Delays and even cancellations of games is a common occurence. Also, game companies will obviously try to generate interest in their games through advertising. Problem is, games rarely live up to their hype. Yes, there are a lot of games "coming soon" for the PS3, but until they're released, it's impossible to know if they're actually any good or not.

Speaking of coming soon, in April 2008, Sony will finally release the DualShock3 controller for the PS3. This controller is identical to the current one, but adds Rumble back in. This is sure to become the defacto standard controller for all games going forward, and will definitely replace the current controller inside futuure PS3 boxes. Sure, you can buy a DS3 controller separately, but they're going to be $50-60 a piece. Just another reason to put buying a PS3 for a few more months...

Answer 3

Make sure the games that are coming out are the ones you want. There are BlackSite: Area 51, Killzone 2, Metal Gear Solid 4, Devil May Cry 4, Final Fantasy 13. etc...

Its also helpful if you have a HD tv for Blu ray if you use it.

Answer 4

Can't post here without people ripping on Xbox or Playstation....

You'll see soon enough.

As for me i love my PS3, i installed a 250GB hard drive in it, I use it as a media server as well as a gaming system and Blu-ray player.

There are alot of games here now and LOTS more coming.... and thats not even talking about the downloadable PS3 and PS1 games online.

Free online, world wide servers.... no LAG

etc

Answer 5

I find a review for Ps3, quote some information here:
The good: Swanky design with quiet operation; all games in high-definition; PSP-like user-friendly interface; plays high-def Blu-ray movies in addition to standard DVDs...
http://reviews.cnet.com/consoles/sony-playstation-3-60gb/4505-10109_7-31355103.html
I like ps3, a decent deal for 80Gb is only $500...
http://dealstudio.com/searchdeals.php?deal_id=66514

Answer 6

That guy is completely right!