just some questions on the ps3?

Question

i'm haveing a hard time decideing what game system to buy so I just have some questions about the ps3.

how much does a ps3 cost? how much does internet cost? what kind of games are there for a ps3. any extra features or particular thing i should know about?

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). Also this question is so often!!!

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:

1). 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.
2). PS3 has 8 (7+1) kernels in Cell processor, Xbox 360 -only 3.
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.
4). Calculations per sec - PS3 - 51-billion-dot-product-operati... per second
Xbox 360 - 33.6-billion-dot-product-opera... per second
5). 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.
6). PS3 supports up to 7 Bluetooth Controllers
Xbox 360 - up to 4 Controllers
7). PS3 - wi-fi included (except 20 gb version)
Xbox 360 - wi-fi will cost you around 100 $
8). From the first technical sight - graphics are stronger in 360 (it has a stronger graphics chip - Xenos), BUT PS3 can use it's Cell CPU for graphics too, which gives you better graphics in total. PS3 uses a weaker RSX chip, that was developed by Nvidia exclusively for PS3. RSX runs on 550 Mhz. It's difficult to compare their graphics, because 360 has a video chip with totally different structure and operating memory is divided differently in both consoles. Xbox isn't that versatile in dividing tasks between CPU and GPU as PS3. That's why PS3 exclusives look better than 360's exclusives.
9). 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$. There is no such thing in 360.
10). Xbox 360 is widely known for so-called "red ring of death" problem - it gets overheated easily. My PS3 was running for more than 15 hours non-stop with no problems. Sometimes Xbox 360 becomes so overheated, that thermopaste on CPU melts, drips on motherboard and successfully shortcircuits it. That's why in some countries people call Xbox 360 "Coffin 360".
11). Besides all of this, I've seen disassembled Xbox 360 - regular PC architecture - Billy Gates is an uninventive nerd (as usual).
When I saw disassembled PS3 - it was a surprise - smart architecture, good cooling (don't buy external PS3 coolers - they make everything worse - original system is good), etc.
12). In 2008 PS3 will get more than 300 games, including Metal Gear Solid 4, The Agent and other great exclusives. Here is the good link to the future PS3 releases. http://ps3.ign.com/index/release.html......
13). PS3 online is free, Xbox 360 - you have to pay.
14). There were reports, that 360 scratches discs. No reports on that in PS3.
15). The funniest thing, that right now there are no games for PS3, that show full potential of the console. Biggest games weigh only 25 GB (Xbox 360 will need more than 3 discs even for those).
16). On PS3 you can install other OS, such as Linux Yellow Dog, Ubuntu and others. Sony officially lets you do it. There is no such thing in 360.
17). PS3 HDD can be replaced easily with any 2.5" SATA 5400 RPM HDD (used in laptops). 250 GB will cost you around 170$. In 360 you have to buy exclusive HDD, where 20GB will cost you 100$.
18).Sony expects PS3 to stay on the market for, at least, 7-10 years. Also Sony reduces price now. There is a cheaper 40GB version of PS3.
19).Sony constantly upgrades PS3 software (free updates for OS) - you get new functions and improvements.
20). PS3 controller (sixaxis) has a motion control - you move controller - game responds. Wii has it, Xbox 360 - doesn't. PS3 is getting rumble controller (Dualshock 3) in 1st quarter 2008, Japan already has it. On www.ebay.com I saw those controllers on sale 50$ and up (unofficial import)
21).On PS3 you can help sick people by running Folding Home project. Wii and Xbox 360 didn't even think about it.
22).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.
23). But, to be just, I'm not a PS3 fanboy, so (despite I own one) hear this - PS3 games (exclusives) are very hard to develop due to complicated Cell's architecture. We have to wait till developers will figure out how to develop games properly. Sometimes multiplatform games run not so good on PS3 due to the same developing issues - it's hard for developers to get a grip on such advanced technologies.

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

Sources:
www.teamxbox.com
www.kotaku.com
www.qj.net
www.ign.com
www.wikipedia.org
www.newegg.com
www.ps3fanboy.com
http://search.ebay.com/dualshock-3_W0QQ_...
and many other sources

Answer 2

1.I think it costs roughly over 100
2.
3. Shooting Games Sports Entertainment Animation etc.

We Know Memory Card best thing to have with ps's
and well i don't ashely know what your saying hooking up the ps3 to the internet orwhat the internet costs because for further reasons, your talking about computer or the ps3?
The Graphics are better then the Ps2 and it has lots more to that!!

Answer 3

The 40GB is $399.99 and the 80GB is $499.99. The internet is free on the PS3, there are no extra charges. You already have intenet I assume, you pay for that separately of course.

Some of the best games out right now are: -

- Uncharted: Drake's Fortune
- Resistence Fall of Men
- Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare
- Warhawk
- Ratchet and Clank Future: Tools of Destructions
- Heavenly Sword
- Rainbow Six Vegas

Answer 4

PS3 comes in different versions:

40GB - $399
80GB - $499

ONLINE GAMEPLAY IS FREE ON THE PLAYSTATION 3. HOWEVER, internet service through a provider such as comcast costs a monthly fee.

There are a lot of games on ps3

PS3 has the most features of any game system, such as bluetooth, wifi, memory stick readers, and much much more.

it is definitely the best system

Answer 5

A PS3 will run you over 400 dollars. Many many games for it. Internet should go for about 20 -30 dollars a month with an initial 200 dollar installation and equipment. All together get ready for dropping about a rack(1000 dollars) onto it.

Answer 6

The ps3 cost=

40gb model which sucks! is 399.00
80gb model which rocks! is 499.99

Just 100 dollars more you get alot of features!

Internet=
Wifi is already built in but like the internet service provider its like 30 40 dollarrs amount so you can have wireless in your house

Answer 7

the sole element that sounds stupid is you calling it PS3 stay (i individually see this as extra of an insult to PS3 proprietors). Its no longer PS3 stay, its psnetwork. specific, you could. that's what psnetwork is.

Answer 8

$300 $ 400 dollars.. Internet does not cost, and it rocks. There are many, Rock band, tony hawks proving ground , all sports, Assasans Creed & whole lot more. You can put music, pics, vidoes & more on your PS3 an save them to your hardware.. Its very kewl

Answer 9

I say buy a ps2, but a ps3 costs 500 bucks at blockbuster(yes they sell them). Just about evry game is made for the ps3, but every game is made for the ps2 too. so, i would buy a ps2.

Answer 10

its cost : 279 or 299(depending on the space)
internet( come free as long as u have internet u plug it in to the modem at the back

motion senses( when u move the WIRELESS controler it goes in that direction

hd ready

blue ray dvd

mp3
basically a computer on your tv!!

Answer 11

K it costs 299.99...online is free and it comes with a built in blue ray player as
well as an internet browser... GrAphics are the best...good buy