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40GB, 60GB or 80GB - Which PS3 Should You Choose?
By Christopher Edwards
So, you\'ve made the decision to buy a PlayStation 3? You\'re not the only one - to date over 5.75 million units have sold worldwide. You can\'t go wrong with a PS3 as it offers the best graphics and value for gamers out there.
The trouble is, should you go for a 40GB, 60GB, or 80GB hard drive?
The choice really depends on what you will be using the PS3 for and how much money you are willing to spend. There are some differences between the hard drive models that you will want to pay close attention to.
The new 40GB model has just recently debuted. Many people will be excited that this has a low price tag compared to the higher models. Before you decide to purchase the 40GB model though, make sure it has everything you will need in your PS3 gaming system.
The 40GB version is no longer backwards compatible with PlayStation 2 titles. For those of you who have built up quite a large library of PS2 games, you will want to steer clear of this model when you order PlayStation 3. If you are new to PlayStation, or have sold off all of your old games, this won\'t matter so much to you.
Another consideration is that it will only have two USB slots instead of four. There will also be no multi-memory port. If you are going to need to connect many peripherals to your PS3, then this 40GB model is not for you.
However, if you simply want to take advantage of the best gaming system out there at the best price possible, you will definitely want the 40GB model. It still offers out of this world graphics, online game play, and great functionality.
There has also been a recent price drop for the 60GB model if you are interested in having more storage space and backwards compatibility. This is great news for those who have been holding off on buying a PS3 for price reasons. The Xbox 360 is comparable to this 60GB model, but you will be getting a much better deal with you buy a PlayStation 3.
The 60GB PS3 will have four USB ports vs. the two ports the 40GB model contains. If you have a lot of things you will need to connect to your PS3, then the 60GB model may be the way to go.
If you like to play PlayStation 2 games, and have sold off your old system, you will want to get the 60GB version. In fact, the 60GB version is the most full featured of all three of your choices. If you want to have the most features and get the most out of your money, the 60GB version is a perfect fit for you. Hurry though, as Sony are phasing out this version. No more 60GB units are being manufactured - once they sell out that\'s it!
The 80GB hard drive may be good for people who want to turn their PlayStation 3 console into a full-fledged computer system. You have the option to install Linux on the system and use it as you would any PC.
However, many will find that the 80GB is simply too much and they could never hope to fill up that hard drive. The 80GB version also has limited backward compatibility. It contains the same number of USB ports and functions as the 60GB version otherwise. The 80GB version is currently only available in the US.
In order to make the best decision for you, you will want to take a hard look at your needs. If you want a bare bones system that will introduce you to the wonderful world of PS3, then look no further than the 40 GB model. If you want to save a lot of things on your PlayStation 3 or turn it into a computer, you should go ahead and get the 80 GB model. However, the majority of people will do well to purchase the 60GB model as it has all the storage, USB ports, and backwards functionality you could ever need.
Have fun PlayStation 3 hunting!
Christopher Edwards is a self-confessed console fanatic. His current babe is the PlayStation 3. If he\'s not playing on it, he\'s writing about it. He is the webmaster of http://www.PS3-Preorder-Fever.co.uk - the best UK online resource for all of your PS3 buying needs.
Head on over to make sure you\'re not throwing away money by purchasing at the wrong places. Here you will find a complete list of all PlayStation 3 stockists online and the PS3 deals they are offering, plus links to online retailers with the lowest priced PS3 merchandise.
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