I know obv one has more space but why does a video game system need 80 gigs of memory? Are there any other differences between the two consoles?
2007-12-16 06:09:44 · 25 answers · asked by yankeenick1989 2 in Consumer Electronics ➔ Games & Gear ➔ PlayStation
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.
2007-12-16 09:06:55 · answer #1 · answered by Bull Goose Loony 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
80 GB PS3 is backwards compatible and the 40 GB isn't. But most people who buy a PS3 already have a PS2. If that's the case then just hook both to your tv so you can play all of your games.
2016-05-24 05:33:14 · answer #2 · answered by jeniffer 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
40 + 40 = 80
2007-12-16 06:13:44 · answer #3 · answered by zipaddoda 2 · 0⤊ 4⤋
The big difference, besides the obvious size difference, is that only the 80GB will play PS2 games as well as PS3. The 40GB will only play PS3 games.
2007-12-16 06:14:13 · answer #4 · answered by Derek S 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I was told that the 40 gig will not playps2 games and that the 80 will for almost twice the price...what a scam!
2007-12-16 06:13:24 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋
backwards compatibility 80 yes 40 no
2007-12-16 06:32:00 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
gb is the amount of memory it can hold, so if u play a lot of games, get an 80, if u play less get a 40
2007-12-16 06:12:16 · answer #7 · answered by togram 2 · 0⤊ 5⤋
no, just price and memory size, one exception is at my gamestop with the 80 gig you have a choice of any game
2007-12-16 06:17:54 · answer #8 · answered by philpot90210 2 · 0⤊ 4⤋
less memory than the 80 gig
2007-12-16 06:11:17 · answer #9 · answered by J 6 · 0⤊ 5⤋
the more hard drive space, the faster games will run. I've notice that its not just about the processor speed or the r.a.m., but hard drive space means you can put more games and they will open up quicker.
2007-12-16 06:14:37 · answer #10 · answered by Iron Hawk 3 · 0⤊ 3⤋