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PlayStation®3

PlayStation®3
Unleash essential entertainment PlayStation®3 transports you to a world of unparalleled entertainment for the whole family. Go on incredible adventures with eye-opening High Definition and stereoscopic 3D games, watch incredible Blu-ray Disc movies, enjoy free access to PlayStation®Network and more. One system, unlimited possibilities.
Your entertainment, your way

Your entertainment, your way

Breathtaking games, incredible High Definition Blu-ray Disc movies, easy access to your favourite music, photos and the Internet - all under your control. Welcome to entertainment on the next level.

Games

Games

From fearsome firefights to family fun, PlayStation 3 has it all: High Definition visuals, eye-popping stereoscopic 3D and free online gaming. The perfect game for you is mere moments away.

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Blu-ray Disc Movies

Blu-ray Disc Movies

Expect only the sharpest picture quality with Blu-ray Disc movies, where film comes to life.

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PlayStation®Network

PlayStation®Network

Play the best games online for free and dip into the cutting-edge world of PlayStation®Store.

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Internet

Internet

Stay in touch with friends and family, and access your favourite sites from the comfort of your own sofa.

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Television

TV on demand – pause, rewind and record your favourite programmes with PlayTV and a variety of invaluable catch-up TV services.

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PlayStation®Eye

Enter a world of innovative games and free voice and video chat thanks to the PlayStation®Eye Camera.

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Photos

Photos

Keep your friends and family close - your most cherished photos are easily stored and viewed on PS3™.

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Remote Play

Stay connected with your entertainment enjoyment – link PlayStation®3 and PSP™ and share content across the devices, as well as being able to access PlayTV™ and VidZone™ on the move.

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Video Store of PlayStation®Store

Immerse yourself in thousands of movies on demand, to rent or buy, without ever leaving your sofa.

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Music

Store your music collection in one place, play CDs and watch the latest music videos for free using VidZone.

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System details

System details

Get even closer to PlayStation®3 and take a look at what's beneath the surface.

PlayStation®3 system

CPU:Cell Broadband Engine™.

GPU:RSX™.

Audio output*:LPCM 7.1ch, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS, DTS-HD, AAC.

Memory:256 MB XDR Main RAM, 256 MB GDDR3 VRAM.

Hard disk 2.5" Serial ATA:120 GB**.

Inputs/outputs*** Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0):2.

Networking:

  • Ethernet (10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, 1000BASE-T) × 1.
  • IEEE 802.11 b/g.
  • Bluetooth 2.0 (EDR).

Controller:

Wireless Controller (Bluetooth).

AV output:

  • Resolution - 1080p, 1080p 3D, 1080i, 720p, 720p 3D, 576p, 576i.
  • HDMI OUT connector**** - 1.
  • AV MULTI OUT connector - 1.
  • Digital out (optical) connector - 1.

BD/DVD/CD drive (read only) Maximum read rate:

  • BD × 2 (BD-ROM).
  • DVD × 8 (DVD-ROM).
  • CD × 24 (CD-ROM).

Laser Type - Semiconductor, continuous:

  • BD: Wavelength, 400 - 410 nm; Power, Max. 17.5 mW.
  • DVD: Wavelength, 655 - 664 nm; Power, Max. 2.6 mW.
  • CD: Wavelength, 770 - 800 nm; Power, Max. 4.0 mW.

Power:AC 220 - 240 V, 50 / 60 Hz.

Power consumption:Approx. 250 W.

External dimensions (excluding maximum projecting part):Approx. 290 × 65 × 290 mm (width × height × length).

Mass:Approx. 3.2 kg.

Operating temperature:5°C - 35°C.

* For the latest information, refer to the online user guide at eu.playstation.com/manuals.
** Hard disk capacity calculated using base 10 mathematics (1 GB = 1,000,000,000 bytes). System software versions 1.10 and later calculate capacity using binary mathematics (1 GB = 1,073,741,824 bytes), which will display lower capacity and free space. A portion of hard disk capacity is reserved for system administration, which varies depending upon system software version, and is not available for use.
*** Usability of all connected devices is not guaranteed.
**** "Deep Colour" and "x.v.Colour (xvYCC)" defined by HDMI ver.1.3a are supported.

DUALSHOCK®3 Wireless Controller

Battery type: Built-in rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery.

Voltage: DC 3.7 V.

Battery capacity: 610 mAh.

Mass: Approx. 180 g.

Find the perfect PS3™ bundle for you

Find the perfect PS3™ bundle for you

Give your PlayStation®3 experience that special touch with a bundle that adds even more value to an already impressive package.

Toy Story 3: The Videogame and PS3 250GB

Toy Story 3: The Videogame and PS3 250GB

Bundle includes:

Bundles of fun Toy Story 3: The Videogame DUALSHOCK®3 wireless controller
SOCOM™: Special Forces and PS3 320GB

SOCOM™: Special Forces and PS3 320GB

Bundle includes:

Bundles of fun SOCOM™: Special Forces DUALSHOCK®3 wireless controller
Killzone®3  and PS3 320GB

Killzone®3 and PS3 320GB

Bundle includes:

Bundles of fun Killzone®3 DUALSHOCK®3 wireless controller
LittleBigPlanet™2 and PS3 320GB

LittleBigPlanet™2 and PS3 320GB

Bundle includes:

Bundles of fun LittleBigPlanet™2 DUALSHOCK®3 wireless controller
Medal of Honor™ and PS3 320GB

Medal of Honor™ and PS3 320GB

Bundle includes:

Bundles of fun Medal of Honor™ DUALSHOCK®3 wireless controller
Gran Turismo® 5 and PS3 320GB

Gran Turismo® 5 and PS3 320GB

Bundle includes:

Bundles of fun Gran Turismo® 5 DUALSHOCK®3 wireless controller
Assassin's Creed® Brotherhood and PS3 320GB

Assassin's Creed® Brotherhood and PS3 320GB

Bundle includes:

Bundles of fun Assassin's Creed® Brotherhood DUALSHOCK®3 wireless controller

Related System Software

Find out what features are included in the latest PS3 system software update.

Download the latest system software update 4.10