PS3: Prefer 40 GB, 60 GB, or 80 GB - Blu-ray Forum

drwatson1234 · 03-14-2008, 07:40 PM

I wanted to get your thoughts on which PS3 model you prefer. I have the 60 GB and just got a new 40 GB. I like that the 60 GB has 4 USB ports, memory card readers, and is backwards compatible. However, the fan on the 40 GB is silent, and it actually makes me think I like my new 40 GB more.

I ask because I'm wondering if people are really concerned with the backwards compatibility more than the fan noise. If someone is, I'm considering doing a trade between for my 60 GB for a newer 40 GB. If you're really interested, PM me, and we can talk...

*Mods - not sure if this is supposed to be in the PS3 section or Trading section. Kind of goes either way. Sorry about that...

un4gvn94538 · 03-14-2008, 07:41 PM

60 gigs is the hot version. you might make a profit if you put it up on ebay

dk3dknight · 03-14-2008, 07:41 PM

Prefer my home system.

If I didnt vote my own system would I not be a terrible person.

Irishwiseguy2006 · 03-14-2008, 07:44 PM

The 60 gig has EVERYTHING thats ever been done to the PS3 system. Even the 80 gig cant play EVERY PS2 game, but most. Plus it has the losest failure rate which is low on any of them actually just lowest on 60gig.

jkwest · 03-14-2008, 07:45 PM

I have a 60 and a 40.

The 60 is mostly used for gaming in our game room, while, the 40 is mostly used for watching Blu-rays in our living room.

I prefer the 40 just because it is so much more quiet than the 60, but, without the 60 I can't play my Fatal Frame, Silent Hill, and God of War collection...

kind of a catch 22 for me...so, I didn't vote.

ground chuck · 03-14-2008, 07:48 PM

i've got no fan noise problems that people "think," they hear.

Petra_Kalbrain · 03-14-2008, 07:51 PM

The SUPPOSED fan noise of the 60GB version of the system should never be a deterrant. After all, when I watch a movie, the volume on my $3000 sound system is set to a point where I couldn't hear someone talking in the chair next to me... let alone a tiny hum 10 feet away!!!

jkwest · 03-14-2008, 07:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ground chuck

i've got no fan noise problems that people "think," they hear.

if you ever get the chance to compare a 40 next to a 60, then, you would understand what people are talking about.

Its extremely noticable

kjacobs03 · 03-14-2008, 07:56 PM

I require my PS2 backwards compatability. Without it, I would not have boughten a PS3.

iNCREDiPiNOY · 03-14-2008, 08:00 PM

I have 60!

School · 03-14-2008, 08:06 PM

i love my 60g it has everything you need. Also if you are into home entertainment who cares how quite or loud the fan is i have never ever noticed the sound of my 60g the volume of my speakers always drowns it out

surfdude12 · 03-14-2008, 08:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Petra_Kalbrain

The SUPPOSED fan noise of the 60GB version of the system should never be a deterrant. After all, when I watch a movie, the volume on my $3000 sound system is set to a point where I couldn't hear someone talking in the chair next to me... let alone a tiny hum 10 feet away!!!

LOL thats what i was thinking!!! i'm yelling to my buddy on the couch next to me "HEYYYY!!!! GREAT MOOOOVIE HUH?????" and he looks at me pointing to his ears...pure bliss

foots · 03-14-2008, 08:15 PM

I like my 20GB model.

ps3andlovinit · 03-14-2008, 08:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by drwatson1234

I wanted to get your thoughts on which PS3 model you prefer. I have the 60 GB and just got a new 40 GB. I like that the 60 GB has 4 USB ports, memory card readers, and is backwards compatible. However, the fan on the 40 GB is silent, and it actually makes me think I like my new 40 GB more.

I ask because I'm wondering if people are really concerned with the backwards compatibility more than the fan noise. If someone is, I'm considering doing a trade between for my 60 GB for a newer 40 GB. If you're really interested, PM me, and we can talk...

*Mods - not sure if this is supposed to be in the PS3 section or Trading section. Kind of goes either way. Sorry about that...

FYI..our 80GB is pretty well the same as the 40GB in terms of fan noise - very little. The blu-ray loading mechanism sounds smoother as well. They have both been running Folding for long stretches with little difference in fan levels. Not sure if some later 80GB received smaller chips like the 40GB or if it's for some other reason but that's been my xp.

In comparison... the 60GB fan will cycle off/on to the top fan level while Folding. I'd personally go for an 80GB to get the extra USB, memory cards, disk space and BC. The 40GB we got was strictly aimed at the bedroom for movies so they weren't needed.

DetroitSportsFan · 03-14-2008, 08:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by foots

I like my 20GB model.

Me too.

Rapstah · 03-14-2008, 08:26 PM

I can see why people like their 60GB, but I had a USB hub, a SACD player, a PS2 and a big hard drive already, so I figured I'd go for the cheap-ass option. >>

akadkins · 03-14-2008, 08:31 PM

Can't even see this as close. 60GB rules...has everything you need, and more.

Plus I would never admit I overpaid for capabilities...

dk3dknight · 03-14-2008, 08:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rapstah

I can see why people like their 60GB, but I had a USB hub, a SACD player, a PS2 and a big hard drive already, so I figured I'd go for the cheap-ass option. >>

I have a usb hub on my 60gb.

Charger, keyboard, mouse, charger for headset plugged into hub, ps2 controller plugged into hub

Clark Kent · 03-14-2008, 10:45 PM

What I really want is a new 60 GB PS3 with the reduced chip sizes of the 40 GB model. I've been surprised Sony hasn't released some super edition yet like Microsoft has done with the Xbox 360.

Krayge2469 · 03-14-2008, 10:45 PM

Well, I have a launch 60gb and a) have never had a problem out of it b) have never noticed any fan noise except for the SHORT time i had it semi-enclosed until i got my new stand c) leave it folding pretty much 24/7 unless I am playing on it d) have played a CRAPLOAD of PS2 titles since i got my PS3. Basically the BC was a huge selling point to me for the system...Bluray was more of an afterthought. I would be heartbroken if my 60gb died and i couldn't find another to replace it. Me likey da 60!

View Poll Results: Which model do you prefer?
40 GB	26	15.95%
60 GB	121	74.23%
80 GB	16	9.82%
Voters: 163. You may not vote on this poll

03-14-2008, 07:40 PM	#1
drwatson1234 Member Member since:May 2007	PS3: Prefer 40 GB, 60 GB, or 80 GB I wanted to get your thoughts on which PS3 model you prefer. I have the 60 GB and just got a new 40 GB. I like that the 60 GB has 4 USB ports, memory card readers, and is backwards compatible. However, the fan on the 40 GB is silent, and it actually makes me think I like my new 40 GB more. I ask because I'm wondering if people are really concerned with the backwards compatibility more than the fan noise. If someone is, I'm considering doing a trade between for my 60 GB for a newer 40 GB. If you're really interested, PM me, and we can talk... *Mods - not sure if this is supposed to be in the PS3 section or Trading section. Kind of goes either way. Sorry about that...

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03-14-2008, 07:41 PM	#2
un4gvn94538 Blu-ray Knight Top contributor Member since:Dec 2007 Location:Limbo (Bakersfield, Ca.) 4K collection:143 Blu-ray collection:811 DVD collection:54 Digital collection:1494 Trading Score:277	60 gigs is the hot version. you might make a profit if you put it up on ebay

03-14-2008, 07:41 PM	#3
dk3dknight Blu-ray Ninja Member since:May 2007 Location:Arlington, Texas PSNetwork: dk3dknight PostCount: 0001 Blu-ray collection:44 Blu-ray reviews: 2	Prefer my home system. If I didnt vote my own system would I not be a terrible person.

03-14-2008, 07:44 PM	#4
Irishwiseguy2006 Banned Member since:Oct 2007 Trading Score:5	The 60 gig has EVERYTHING thats ever been done to the PS3 system. Even the 80 gig cant play EVERY PS2 game, but most. Plus it has the losest failure rate which is low on any of them actually just lowest on 60gig.

03-14-2008, 07:45 PM	#5
jkwest Off-Topic King Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Northern California PSN Id: jkwest5 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:20	I have a 60 and a 40. The 60 is mostly used for gaming in our game room, while, the 40 is mostly used for watching Blu-rays in our living room. I prefer the 40 just because it is so much more quiet than the 60, but, without the 60 I can't play my Fatal Frame, Silent Hill, and God of War collection... kind of a catch 22 for me...so, I didn't vote.

03-14-2008, 07:48 PM	#6
ground chuck Power Member Member since:May 2007 Location:Charm City Blu-ray collection:75 Blu-ray reviews:48 Trading Score:18	i've got no fan noise problems that people "think," they hear.

03-14-2008, 07:51 PM	#7
Petra_Kalbrain Blu-ray Archduke Top contributor Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Vancouver, BC 4K collection:5 Blu-ray collection:561 Blu-ray reviews:3 Trading Score:20	The SUPPOSED fan noise of the 60GB version of the system should never be a deterrant. After all, when I watch a movie, the volume on my $3000 sound system is set to a point where I couldn't hear someone talking in the chair next to me... let alone a tiny hum 10 feet away!!!

03-14-2008, 07:56 PM	#9
kjacobs03 Blu-ray Guru Member since:May 2007 Location:Columbus, OH Blu-ray collection:64	I require my PS2 backwards compatability. Without it, I would not have boughten a PS3.

03-14-2008, 08:00 PM	#10
iNCREDiPiNOY Banned Member since:Aug 2007 Location:NoHo, Cali PSN:iNCREDiPiNOY Wii:6379344902430379 Blu-ray collection:143 Trading Score:16	I have 60!

03-14-2008, 08:06 PM	#11
School Power Member Member since:Dec 2007 Home Theater Gallery:11 Blu-ray collection:299 Trading Score:7	i love my 60g it has everything you need. Also if you are into home entertainment who cares how quite or loud the fan is i have never ever noticed the sound of my 60g the volume of my speakers always drowns it out

03-14-2008, 08:15 PM	#13
foots Expert Member Member since:May 2007 Blu-ray collection:98 Trading Score:17	I like my 20GB model.

03-14-2008, 08:26 PM	#16
Rapstah Active Member Member since:Mar 2008	I can see why people like their 60GB, but I had a USB hub, a SACD player, a PS2 and a big hard drive already, so I figured I'd go for the cheap-ass option. >>

03-14-2008, 08:31 PM	#17
akadkins Senior Member Member since:Jan 2007 Location:San Diego, CA Blu-ray collection:2 Trading Score:2	Can't even see this as close. 60GB rules...has everything you need, and more. Plus I would never admit I overpaid for capabilities...

03-14-2008, 10:45 PM	#19
Clark Kent Blu-ray Prince Top contributor Member since:Oct 2007 Location:Metropolis Blu-ray reviews:2 Trading Score:184	What I really want is a new 60 GB PS3 with the reduced chip sizes of the 40 GB model. I've been surprised Sony hasn't released some super edition yet like Microsoft has done with the Xbox 360.

03-14-2008, 10:45 PM	#20
Krayge2469 Member Member since:Dec 2007 Blu-ray collection:49	Well, I have a launch 60gb and a) have never had a problem out of it b) have never noticed any fan noise except for the SHORT time i had it semi-enclosed until i got my new stand c) leave it folding pretty much 24/7 unless I am playing on it d) have played a CRAPLOAD of PS2 titles since i got my PS3. Basically the BC was a huge selling point to me for the system...Bluray was more of an afterthought. I would be heartbroken if my 60gb died and i couldn't find another to replace it. Me likey da 60!

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