What would it be like to have a real testing lab instead of working in the makeshift “lab” that is John’s attic? A blogger can dream. Or we can take a look at an outfit like Cnet.
The boys over at CBS tested the new PS3 Slim against the PS3 Fat using an array of power consumption tests. The verdict? The Slim uses less than half the power of the old 60GB PS3, which we all know is about as power hungry as a plasma TV.
The numbers really speak for themselves. The Slim even runs more efficiently than the current gen Xbox 360s, says Cnet. The 360 uses around 187 watts while playing a game whereas the Slim only uses 96.24 watts. Not too shabby, Sony.
via CBS
While not a great reason for me to find someone to trade my old 60gb in for the slim model, it’s definitely something to consider… I really don’t use the backwards compatibility at all and having a quieter, cooler system would be a nice upgrade.
Quieter and cooler is indeed a big worry for me too. I agree with Benjamin. Everytime i boot up the system im just waiting and wondering when that little power plant inside is going to melt down.
just sold my ps3 fat, picking up a slim as soon as I can
Its good to see Sony reducing power consumptions. And remember If you used it for an average of 4 hours a day after 33years the savings in electricity bills would pay for itself.
Hope theyre still making games for it by then.