Amazon Renewed

PlayStation 2 Slim Console PS2 (Renewed)

Name: PlayStation 2 Slim Console PS2 (Renewed)
Brand: Amazon Renewed
SKU: B07KPQ2BWQ
Price: 194.00 USD
Availability: InStock

Bottom line: The Amazon Renewed PlayStation 2 Slim Console PS2 ($194.00 on Amazon as of 2026-10-06): Internal volume cut 75% vs original PS2; roughly hardcover-book sized; main trade-off: renewed, not new - cosmetic wear and prior use are expected.

$194.00

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By Mike Perry, Founder & Editor-in-Chief · Listing data updated 2026-10-06

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-10-06. Price and availability subject to change.

Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ Internal volume cut 75% vs original PS2; roughly hardcover-book sized
✓ Only 2.8cm thick against the launch model's 7.8cm
✓ Integrated Ethernet port plus modem port for network-capable PS2 titles
✓ Two memory card slots let you keep separate save profiles
✓ Doubles as a DVD player with digital surround sound output

Cons

✗ Renewed, not new - cosmetic wear and prior use are expected
✗ Slim revision drops the original's internal hard drive bay support
✗ Disc-based only, so you still need to source physical PS2 games

Manufacturer description

The PlayStation 2 Slim is the redesigned, compact version of Sony's best-selling console, and this Amazon Renewed unit gives you a refurbished path back into the largest game library of its generation. Sony cut the internal volume by 75 percent versus the original PS2, halved the weight, and trimmed the case to 2.8cm thick compared with the launch model's 7.8cm, so the whole console is roughly the footprint of a hardcover book. That makes it genuinely portable between rooms, dorms, and retro setups. You get a DualShock controller in the box, two memory card slots for saves across multiple…

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Amazon Renewed PlayStation 2 Slim Console PS2 using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro consoles category. Amazon Renewed's retro consoles lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for retro consoles of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this PlayStation 2 new or refurbished?

It is an Amazon Renewed unit, meaning it has been inspected and tested rather than sold new. Expect some cosmetic wear consistent with a used console.

How much smaller is the PS2 Slim than the original?

Sony reduced internal volume by 75 percent, halved the overall weight, and cut thickness to 2.8cm from the original model's 7.8cm - about the size of a hardcover book.

Does it come with a controller and memory card?

A DualShock controller is listed as included. The console has two memory card slots, but check the product listing to confirm whether a memory card ships with this unit.

Can this PS2 play DVDs?

Yes. DVD playback is a built-in feature, with digital surround sound output supported.

Key Features

DualShock Controller
DVD playback
Digital surround sound
2 memory card slots

Full Specifications

Brand	Amazon Renewed
Color	Black
Platform	PlayStation2
Model Name	PlayStation 2
Resolution	480p
Input Device	Gamepad
Model Number	PS2
Warranty Description	90 days limited warranty
Connectivity Technology	Ethernet
Manufacturer Part Number	97037-cr

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-10-06. Price and availability subject to change.