Playstation 3 40GB?

Question

I am going to buy my fiance a PS3 40GB for Christmas. I just want to know from anyone that has it, if it is worth the money, and if the games are much better than PS2. Also, I can only afford the 40GB. Is this good enough, in your opinion compared to the 80GB? Just want opinions on this before I spend $350. Thanks so much!

Answer 1

well in my opinion, the ps3 40GB well worth $350... no difference between the 80 and the 40GB other than one is 80 and the other is 40GB... i have the 80GB btw and i bought it for $650 after tax 'bout a year ago... oh and right now the games for it are decent but it'll get better by feb.'08.

Edit: this is the information I got from the official ps3 website:

What is the difference between the 80GB and 40GB configurations?
Both the 80GB and 40GB PS3 models come standard with Cell Broadband Engine™ (Cell/B.E.), Blu-ray Disc™ (BD) player, built-in HDD, 1080p high-definition output, Wi-Fi connectivity and SIXAXIS™ wireless controller.

In addition to the larger HDD capacity, the 80GB model focuses on offering the incredible graphic quality, stunning gameplay, improved audio and visual fidelity that PS3 games are known for by maintaining the PlayStation®2 backwards compatibility through software instead of hardware. The new 40GB model will also be packaged with the Spider-Man™3 movie on Blu-ray Disc. The 40GB model does not have PS2 backwards compatibility, although does maintain backwards compatibility for original PlayStation titles. The 40GB PS3 has 2 USB ports, where the 80GB PS3 has 4 USB ports. In addition, the 40GB PS3 does not have the multi-media memory card slots. Consumers can use a variety of after-market accessories for transferring their media to PS3 via the USB ports.

Answer 2

The PS3 is a great system no doubt, it has an awsome blue ray player which plays hi def quality dvds, and now its price has become more reasnoable, if your husband has asked for it then go for it, there are great games, and I would reccomend renting them rather then spending $60-$70 per piece, I would reccomend doing a little bit of reserach and subscribing him to a monthly fee at blockbusters for renting games and movies. Also, there is currently an Xbox 360 that is a tad bit cheaper, but as a more high rated selection of games, but I would still reccomend PS3.

Answer 3

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. It's the latest version.
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.
Wi-fi included in all models, except 20GB.
Backwards compatibilty check:
Europe - http://faq.eu.playstation.com/bc/
US - http://www.us.playstation.com/Support/Co...

Answer 4

i'm no longer able to have self assurance what number individuals are identifying on xbox over ps3 only for the video games. ok for the long-term, ps3 lasts longer and would have greater valuable video games interior the destiny and to no longer point out, it has blu ray. Im no longer a fanboy yet Xbox is barely good because of the fact of Halo and their stay thingy yet ps3 additionally has unfastened on line pay (which isn't as good as xbox stay besides the undeniable fact that it is nevertheless suited). only wait, Sony is going to redeem itself. additionally xbox breaks down plenty greater you have no thought...i think of the value is like 33% yet ps3 only has like a .2% breakdown value. id decide on ps3 yet that's thoroughly as much as you.

Answer 5

40 gig is good, but remember that you will not be able to play ps2 game son it, or use any bluetooth items on it either...thats in the 80 gig version