Sony PlayStation 2 PS2 Slim SCPH-70001 Black NTSC-U/C w/ Box 2 DualShock CIB
Bottom line: The Sony PlayStation 2 PS2 Slim SCPH-70001 Black NTSC-U/C 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
Tested and works perfectly. The console and box are in very nice shape overall. It's complete in box and includes an extra controller and 3 games. Please note that neither controller works 100%. Thanks for looking and check out my other listings.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Sony PlayStation 2 PS2 Slim SCPH-70001 Black NTSC-U/C 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
| color | Black |
|---|---|
| region | NTSC-U/C |
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