Which PS3 would be better to get? The PS3 fat or PS3 slim? - Blu-ray Forum

yankees3 · 08-21-2009, 06:23 PM

I want to get another PS3, but i cant decide on which one is better? Which one would be more reliable?

MOONPHASE · 08-21-2009, 06:25 PM

Slim unless you want a fat one that has backwards compatibility(mostly speaking for the 60GB).

Shin-Ra · 08-21-2009, 06:26 PM

Something else to add to the mix:

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Or, rather, when you don't hear it. This was the one thing that Nick and I were most impressed with. This thing is quiet. Scary quiet. "WTF, is it even on?" quiet. Nick thinks the optical drive makes just a bit more noise than the original when inserting or ejecting a disc, but it didn't seem any louder to me. Either way, once your game or movie is in there, the thing is virtually silent.

Keep in mind we were pretty busy with this today and didn't exactly get to jump into any eight-hour gaming sessions, but we certainly played it. You'll probably be as impressed with its inaudibility as we were. I'd venture to say it's even quieter than the Wii.

http://www.destructoid.com/hands-on-...m-145005.phtml

Rike255 · 08-21-2009, 06:29 PM

I'd go for the slim definitely. If you want you can wait for a little bit to make sure it's reliable but I have a feeling the failure rate of the slim will be lower then the fat.
Less power, smaller, lighter, quieter, bitstream HD audio (if you care), Bravia sync are on slim. Missing Other OS install feature though.

Bizdady · 08-21-2009, 06:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Shin-Ra

Something else to add to the mix:

http://www.destructoid.com/hands-on-...m-145005.phtml

oooh might really jimp on this now. The fan on my 60gb can get really loud and annoying. Sometimes its just scary loud lol

yankees3 · 08-21-2009, 06:32 PM

the only fat PS3 you can find in stores is the old 40g with the 80g & 120g HD in it. So are there any Pros on getting the slim over the fat? other then it being slim!

tjara03 · 08-21-2009, 06:37 PM

Did you forget to read the previous posts? A few reason have already been stated...

Also, the 80GB and 120GB have smaller GPU precessors than the 40GB and use less powe...

PS3-Playb3yond · 08-21-2009, 06:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Shin-Ra

Something else to add to the mix:

http://www.destructoid.com/hands-on-...m-145005.phtml

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"WTF, is it even on?"

LOL! Nice article!

I vote for the slim. I'm starting to like it more and more.

icyteddy · 08-21-2009, 06:42 PM

Just wondering if the Slim PS3 will have any overheating issues because of it's smaller size. I remember hearing complaints from people when the PS2 slim first debuted and there was some problems with the system overheating because of the fan or no fan. I am planning on purchasing the PS3 slim but just want to see if there are any glitches that needs to be worked out.

Chiyo_chichi · 08-21-2009, 06:44 PM

Honestly I dont think any of us can say for sure...since Slim isn't actually out. But going purely by specs, Slim is the way to go.

Keep in mind too, soon Slim will be the face of the PS3, with Fat being a relic.

richieb1971 · 08-21-2009, 07:13 PM

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Originally Posted by icyteddy

Just wondering if the Slim PS3 will have any overheating issues because of it's smaller size. I remember hearing complaints from people when the PS2 slim first debuted and there was some problems with the system overheating because of the fan or no fan. I am planning on purchasing the PS3 slim but just want to see if there are any glitches that needs to be worked out.

Are you kidding me? I can put my slim ps2's in the oven and they don't overheat.

ReggaetonSalsero · 08-21-2009, 07:17 PM

U know what though ps1 and ps2 slims, if u use them for a long time, they over heat because they have no fan. I know what a bunch of u r going to say, just buy a fan but why should u or i buy a fan. If ur paying for something it's expected to work a certain way. Y should u or i have to buy an extra piece so it works properly. This ps3 has no fan correct? So it will probably give a few hours to watch a blu ray or two but hit it with a long span of time say playing a video game for hours and watch it overheat like the ps1 or ps2 slims. Fat or not, the 60 and mgs bundle 80 gig does it ALLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL. So many people *****ing and moaning about fan noise, just blast ur damn sound and u won't here it. Or put it somewhere low and away.

And for those with the b/c issue, not everyone wants to have 2 or 3 systems like a ps3 and ps2 plus whatever else u have all connected in bulk like that. The lesser the better. I paid to get the most i can out of the least trouble and hassle, if ya get my drift.

tjara03 · 08-21-2009, 07:25 PM

Who said the PS3 slim does not have a fan?

MOONPHASE · 08-21-2009, 07:28 PM

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Originally Posted by tjara03

Who said the PS3 slim does not have a fan?

+1 and it's not that hard to miss

yankees3 · 08-21-2009, 11:14 PM

Can the slim HD be changed as easy as the fat?

pmac · 08-21-2009, 11:21 PM

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Originally Posted by yankees3

Can the slim HD be changed as easy as the fat?

Looks and sounds like it is just as simple/

Steve · 08-21-2009, 11:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shin-Ra

Something else to add to the mix:

Quote:

Or, rather, when you don't hear it. This was the one thing that Nick and I were most impressed with. This thing is quiet. Scary quiet. "WTF, is it even on?" quiet. Nick thinks the optical drive makes just a bit more noise than the original when inserting or ejecting a disc, but it didn't seem any louder to me. Either way, once your game or movie is in there, the thing is virtually silent.

Keep in mind we were pretty busy with this today and didn't exactly get to jump into any eight-hour gaming sessions, but we certainly played it. You'll probably be as impressed with its inaudibility as we were. I'd venture to say it's even quieter than the Wii.

http://www.destructoid.com/hands-on-...m-145005.phtml

I'm really liking the sound of this. I have one of the backward compatible 80 GB models, but it's pretty loud when the fan kicks into jet-engine gear. I might get one of the new slim models for this reason alone. The bitstreaming feature is nice too.

DetroitSportsFan · 08-21-2009, 11:38 PM

I would definitely get the slim.

bike_seat · 08-21-2009, 11:48 PM

there's no fan in the slim

so, the original is better

Blu-Generation · 08-22-2009, 12:03 AM

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Originally Posted by bike_seat

there's no fan in the slim

Who says?

08-21-2009, 06:23 PM	#1
yankees3 Active Member Member since:Jun 2008 Location:Austin, TX	Which PS3 would be better to get? The PS3 fat or PS3 slim? I want to get another PS3, but i cant decide on which one is better? Which one would be more reliable?

08-21-2009, 06:37 PM	#7
tjara03 Active Member Member since:Mar 2008 Location:Corellia Blu-ray collection:231 Trading Score:60	Did you forget to read the previous posts? A few reason have already been stated... Also, the 80GB and 120GB have smaller GPU precessors than the 40GB and use less powe... Last edited by tjara03; 08-21-2009 at 06:40 PM.

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08-21-2009, 06:25 PM	#2
MOONPHASE Blu-ray Duke Top contributor Member since:Jun 2007 Location:California 4K collection:8 Blu-ray collection:520 DVD collection:820 Blu-ray reviews:18 Trading Score:29	Slim unless you want a fat one that has backwards compatibility(mostly speaking for the 60GB).

08-21-2009, 06:29 PM	#4
Rike255 Blu-ray Ninja Top contributor Member since:Jul 2007 Location:AB, Canada PSNetwork: Rike255 Home Theater Gallery:44 Blu-ray collection:57	I'd go for the slim definitely. If you want you can wait for a little bit to make sure it's reliable but I have a feeling the failure rate of the slim will be lower then the fat. Less power, smaller, lighter, quieter, bitstream HD audio (if you care), Bravia sync are on slim. Missing Other OS install feature though.

08-21-2009, 06:32 PM	#6
yankees3 Active Member Member since:Jun 2008 Location:Austin, TX	the only fat PS3 you can find in stores is the old 40g with the 80g & 120g HD in it. So are there any Pros on getting the slim over the fat? other then it being slim!

08-21-2009, 06:42 PM	#9
icyteddy Expert Member Member since:Jan 2009 Location:San Francisco Bay Area 4K collection:58 Blu-ray collection:336 DVD collection:144 Trading Score:11	Just wondering if the Slim PS3 will have any overheating issues because of it's smaller size. I remember hearing complaints from people when the PS2 slim first debuted and there was some problems with the system overheating because of the fan or no fan. I am planning on purchasing the PS3 slim but just want to see if there are any glitches that needs to be worked out.

08-21-2009, 06:44 PM	#10
Chiyo_chichi Power Member Member since:Jul 2009 Location:Bayonne, NJ, USA Blu-ray collection:40	Honestly I dont think any of us can say for sure...since Slim isn't actually out. But going purely by specs, Slim is the way to go. Keep in mind too, soon Slim will be the face of the PS3, with Fat being a relic.

08-21-2009, 07:17 PM	#12
ReggaetonSalsero Senior Member Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Florida (from Brooklyn) Home Theater Gallery:14 Trading Score:21	U know what though ps1 and ps2 slims, if u use them for a long time, they over heat because they have no fan. I know what a bunch of u r going to say, just buy a fan but why should u or i buy a fan. If ur paying for something it's expected to work a certain way. Y should u or i have to buy an extra piece so it works properly. This ps3 has no fan correct? So it will probably give a few hours to watch a blu ray or two but hit it with a long span of time say playing a video game for hours and watch it overheat like the ps1 or ps2 slims. Fat or not, the 60 and mgs bundle 80 gig does it ALLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL. So many people *****ing and moaning about fan noise, just blast ur damn sound and u won't here it. Or put it somewhere low and away. And for those with the b/c issue, not everyone wants to have 2 or 3 systems like a ps3 and ps2 plus whatever else u have all connected in bulk like that. The lesser the better. I paid to get the most i can out of the least trouble and hassle, if ya get my drift.

08-21-2009, 07:25 PM	#13
tjara03 Active Member Member since:Mar 2008 Location:Corellia Blu-ray collection:231 Trading Score:60	Who said the PS3 slim does not have a fan?

08-21-2009, 11:14 PM	#15
yankees3 Active Member Member since:Jun 2008 Location:Austin, TX	Can the slim HD be changed as easy as the fat?

08-21-2009, 11:38 PM	#18
DetroitSportsFan Hot Deals Moderator Top contributor Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Michigan 4K collection:439 Blu-ray collection:2226 Trading Score:93	I would definitely get the slim.

08-21-2009, 11:48 PM	#19
bike_seat Banned Member since:Aug 2009 Location:Macau	there's no fan in the slim so, the original is better

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