Okay, so I'm looking at Ps3's on ebay, and altough something tells me to get the 40gb version, I find it hard to justify getting it over the 20gb version because 1) the 20 version is cheaper on avg. by about 100 bucks, and 2) this is huge, it has PS2 compatibility. Essentially, I am trading in 20gb HDD space and Wi-Fi for 100 bucks and PS2. What do you guys think? Also, the 40gb has 65nm chips, does this make a huge difference?
2007-12-01 06:03:03 · 5 answers · asked by Jon Doe 1 in Consumer Electronics ➔ Games & Gear ➔ PlayStation
Okay, 100 might be wishfull thinking, more like $60-75 on average. But still, it's a lot of money to me! That's the price of a brand new game!
2007-12-01 06:06:16 · update #1
This question is an often one, so that's my cut & paste answer:
1). 20GB has no chrome trim, no memory card reader and no wi-fi. Not manufactured anymore. Has the best backwards compatibility with PS2 games due to Emotion Engine (PS2's CPU) and Graphics Synthesizer (PS2's GPU) installed.
2). NTSC 60GB has the same backwards compatibility as 20GB version, also has memory card reader and wi-fi. Has a chrome trim.
3). 80GB - extended memory, but reduced backwards compatibility with PS2 games, it has only Graphics Synthesizer (PS2's GPU). Around 80% of PS2 games can be played. Available only in NTSC regions.
4). 40GB - can't play PS2 games at all (all PS2 chips were removed), has 2 USBs instead of 4, no memory card reader, has wi-fi. Avalable in black and white colors. White is on sale only in Japan. Uses 65nm technology (lower power consumption). Improved cooling system.
5). PAL 60GB - reduced backwards compatibility with PS2 games. it has only Graphics Synthesizer (PS2's GPU). Around 80% of PS2 games can be played.
Backwards compatibilty check:
Europe - http://faq.eu.playstation.com/bc/
US - http://www.us.playstation.com/Support/Co...
2007-12-01 09:07:19 · answer #1 · answered by Bull Goose Loony 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The 40gb is 0% backwards compatible and the 20gb is close to it. Only the newest of the ps2 games will work on the 20gb due to the lowering of specs Sony made on the 20gb systems. A 60gb or even the 80gb would be the best solution, but when it comes to finances, there is no good solution.
2007-12-01 07:26:07 · answer #2 · answered by Jordan H 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would go for the one that suits you the most. Judgingn from your comment you want the PS2 compatibility. Regardless of what hard drive size you decide to take on you can always ugrade it by buying a computer hard drive (see attached link). The only thing I am not sure about is the chips....
2007-12-01 06:10:19 · answer #3 · answered by Andrew W 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no longer purely the memory is distinctive. The 40gig isn't backwards like minded. If the memory is a brilliant concern for you it is swappable. I purely replaced mine out this weekend from a 60gig to a 160gig. I nevertheless had lots of area yet with all the hot content coming i desperate to do it now. you would be able to desire to get around an identical sizechronic for around $a hundred.
2016-10-18 12:07:38 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i read tht the 20gb does not have PS2 playability; and it has less usb ports. so r there PS2 games tht u still want to play? then ur choose is clear.
2007-12-01 06:06:55 · answer #5 · answered by Rshack Indian 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋