Sony PlayStation 2 Slim SCPH-79001 console w/ Controller & Cables TESTED
Bottom line: The Sony PlayStation 2 Slim SCPH-79001 console is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro consoles category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Manufacturer description
Sony PlayStation 2 Slim SCPH-79001 console w/ Controller & Cables TESTED. Comes with everything in the photos, power cables, av cables, memory card and controller. This consoles is being sold from my collection, I haven't touched any of my consoles in some time so its time to part with them. Hope they find a good home!
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Sony PlayStation 2 Slim SCPH-79001 console using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro consoles category. Sony'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.
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