Sony PlayStation 1 PS1 (SCPH-9001) - - Tested and Working
Bottom line: The Sony PlayStation 1 PS1 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
Listing is for Sony PlayStation 1 game console. Comes with the console, 1 controller, 1 power cable, and 1 A/V cable. The console and controller have both been tested and work as they should. The console does have some scratches on it but no cracks. You will receive the exact console pictured. Serial number U8349918.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Sony PlayStation 1 PS1 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.
Full Specifications
| region | NTSC-U/C |
|---|---|
| variant | fat |
Hardware benchmark data
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