Question 1

Which is better, PlayStation 5 Disc Edition (Slim) or PlayStation 5 Console (CFI-1000 Series)?

Accepted Answer

Based on our testing, the PlayStation 5 Disc Edition (Slim) scores higher overall at 9.2/10. The PlayStation 5 Disc Edition (Slim) scored 9.2/10 and the PlayStation 5 Console (CFI-1000 Series) scored 8.9/10 in our Best PlayStation 5 Consoles 2026 evaluation.

Question 2

Is the PlayStation 5 Disc Edition (Slim) worth it over the PlayStation 5 Console (CFI-1000 Series)?

Accepted Answer

The PlayStation 5 Disc Edition (Slim) scores 9.2/10 while the PlayStation 5 Console (CFI-1000 Series) scores 8.9/10. The PlayStation 5 Disc Edition (Slim) is our "Best Overall" pick in the Best PlayStation 5 Consoles 2026 category.

PlayStation 5 Disc Edition (Slim) vs PlayStation 5 Console (CFI-1000 Series): Which to Buy?