I think the PS3 has outstanding value. PS3 20G model: 1.3 HDMI Bluetooth Wireless controller with Tilt Function. Blu-ray functionality for 7.1 surround sound support and 1080p gaming. (And movies if you want) All Media type playback Full Backwards Compatitbitity with PS1/PS2 games. Gigbit Ethernet upgradable 20Gig Harddrive USB ports No Power Brick Huge cooling fan quiet linux operating system Slot loading tray (no more of that previous loud and faulty PS2 tray) 100 % FREE INTERNET PLAY Downloadable content All for 499?!?! are you outta your mind?!!?! Thats a steal!
Its what I got and what I wanted. I don't need the cable card stuff and don't need WIFI (i'm an counterstrike gamer so low ping times were what decided what server to get on, i.e. wireless latency didn't mesh with me). The only thing I want is the chrome trim, I like it
Nope. I had to have the memory stick slots.BioShockOwnz
Same here, I also needed wifi cuz it was going to be so far from the router. At the time there were no real lists of what 3rd party wifi cards worked properly w/ it as well.
I needed the wi-fi as well. Also, i wanted larger hdd space, as i know many people who used up their 20 gb 360 drive pretty darn fast.makingmusic476
Not me. Ive used maybe 1Gb on my 360 and Ive had it since launch. Sure if you feel the need to never erase anything and keep every single demo that comes out you will fill your drive fast.
I think the PS3 has outstanding value. PS3 20G model: 1.3 HDMI Bluetooth Wireless controller with Tilt Function. Blu-ray functionality for 7.1 surround sound support and 1080p gaming. (And movies if you want) All Media type playback Full Backwards Compatitbitity with PS1/PS2 games. Gigbit Ethernet upgradable 20Gig Harddrive USB ports No Power Brick Huge cooling fan quiet linux operating system Slot loading tray (no more of that previous loud and faulty PS2 tray) 100 % FREE INTERNET PLAY Downloadable content All for 499?!?! are you outta your mind?!!?! Thats a steal! abodaghee
That is the one I purchased as I viewed it at the better one to get. I don't need Wifi and those memory card slots are basically useless because you can just use a thumb drive for any device that you want to transfer information and if you don't have one then you could buy an adapter that converts your SD cards to USB out for a few bucks.
The 40 exta Gig is a joke for most people. As I would assume upwards of 80% of all PS3 owners over the course of its lifetime will never use up the 20 gigs--and if so you can buy 120gigs HDD for about $70.
I only see the 60 gig as being useful if you have to have Wifi--and I am not sure, but are there third party devices yet to offer this for the 20 gig model? If so I think Sony should drop the 60gig model and just sell the 20gig. Then it would help with everyone thinking they cost $600 and not knowing that there is a cheaper model that is just as good. Then all the articles would say it costs $500 which is an easier pill to swallow for the masses looking for a next gen system.
[QUOTE="BioShockOwnz"]Nope. I had to have the memory stick slots.SirRaven
Same here, I also needed wifi cuz it was going to be so far from the router. At the time there were no real lists of what 3rd party wifi cards worked properly w/ it as well. And we can say to the people with only 20 gigabytes "Oh ya, well mine has wifi and memory card slots!" if we want to be immature :lol:
Wait!? So the Ps3 20g is exactly the same as the Ps3 60g except for wifi and the memory slots? Wow thank god i found this thread i was about to buy the 60g just cause i thought the graphics were better or cuz it has blue ray capabilities.. :( im such a newb at this.
LMAO both have blu-ray drives +rsx+Cell. Im glad of my 20gb PS3, its got 20gb internal but has a 160gb external hooked up. it has 6gb free (10gb dedicated towards YDL linux :)).
Couldn't find a 20gb, so I had to buy a 60gb.dunamistheou
thats flipped for me. i found a twenty but i left that same night and went to a different BB cause they had 60 available. i wanted the wifi :D and chrome :D
I wish I could SELL mine and drop a bill to get a 60gig, cuz it's turning out to be hell trying to get my 20gig online...I have a router and everything but keep getting the same damn error message...
I wish I could SELL mine and drop a bill to get a 60gig, cuz it's turning out to be hell trying to get my 20gig online...I have a router and everything but keep getting the same damn error message...
20 gig is worthless next to the 60 gig model. The wireless online capabilities and extra storage space make it vastly superior. angus1343
If you don't have wireless than 60gig is pretty much worthless unless you really want that chrome trim. I say that because the HDD is upgradable so you can spend an extra 100 on a 120gb HDD or a 300gb external HDD.
I wish I could SELL mine and drop a bill to get a 60gig, cuz it's turning out to be hell trying to get my 20gig online...I have a router and everything but keep getting the same damn error message...
onemic
wireless router?
No, it's wired. The light is a solid green online and it has another green light saying the PS3 is registering on it. I test the network connection on the PS3 and it gets an IP address automatically, but then when trying to go further, it gets an error message about resolving the name of a server. Is it because I'm supposed to have my computer run through router with the PS3? I took the ethernet line, from my cable modemn, out of my computer and directly into the router. For some reason the PS3's internet won't work linked directly to the cable modem. So, I leave my PS3 the only line connected to the router. Is that why it won't work? There has to be two different lines coming from the router for it to work?
60 GB is far better. If you are spending over $500 on a console you might as well go all the way. Get the memory cards and the wi-fi built in, then if you need it....you have it. Also the chrome trim looks much better then the flat black dull look of the 20 GB. Also putting a bigger HDD is a b****. The screw is hella hard to get out. I would know since I put a 120 GB in mine. I don't even use wi-fi anymore, but I still bought the 60GB because I want the full experience. The 20 GB model is crippled imo.
Hasn't anyone ever looked at how big the saves are for the PS3?! NBA 07 for a save is 3GB? THAT is such bull that it needs that much for a save, especially for a game with poor reviews, and an issue with ports such as COD3, for the 360 only needs 1mb, while the ps3 version needs over 600MB!? And that version has a poorer framerate. I'm surprised people aren't taking about this?
Even though the main thing I prefer the 60GB for is the availability of built-in WiFi (although I'd rather use a physical connection as it tends to run faster), I just can't resist the shiny goodness of the chrome trim. Even though you can get the 20GB system and drop a 120GB HDD in it for cheaper than purchasing the premium system, I just feel like a cheapskate for not going with the most expensive one... And don't forget the shininess of the chrome trim... Love that sweet sweet shine... >.>
I`m sold. Furthermore, I`m even happier to have the 20GB model since they won`t be available in Europe at launch (and little is known about possible sales afterwards). I have a separate memory card reader and I`m not going to play online due to lots of a**holes out there trying to build their ego by belittling someone. Chrome trim?! Give me a break! I`d rather put the difference in cash aside for a car I`m saving for. Some people have other expenses than just consoles and games :P
well, the wifi is okay but its not ultra fast either. Id rather use the gigabit ethernet because my area is starting to use fiber optics for the internet area which is gonna be 100mbps!!! ( i live in laguna niguel Orange county California) THE only downside is you can't have remote play with the PSP which is kinda a big deal considering they will come out with some Awesome features in the future. like ps3 play wifi on your psp in your house/toilet. or psp using your ps3 to watch movies and play songs wirelessly. OR my favorite, possibly playing games on your ps3 using your psp anywhere in the world! i remember an article saying something about that in the future. that got me really excited. sd card readers aren't that necessary because the ps3 has usb ports so you can hook it up to your computer if you want all your pics. the chrome is cool, but im sure in the future you can customize the look. the 60 gig is not that big of a deal because you can upgrade to a higher capacity. for the extra hundred something bucks you save, you could get Two games for PS3 or 4 GREATEST HITS games for PS2 OORRRR buy a Nintendo DS for 120 bucks!!!!! ! i think the 60 gig model is great, but for the best value, i think the 20 gig wins for casuals/anybody who loves gaming and movies. For hardcores and people who have a psp or plan on getting one, the 60 gig is a must.
I think the PS3 has outstanding value. PS3 60G model: 1.3 HDMI Bluetooth Wireless controller with Tilt Function. Blu-ray functionality for 7.1 surround sound support and 1080p gaming. (And movies if you want) All Media type playback Full Backwards Compatitbitity with PS1/PS2 games. Gigbit Ethernet upgradable 20Gig Harddrive USB ports No Power Brick Huge cooling fan quiet linux operating system Slot loading tray (no more of that previous loud and faulty PS2 tray) Wifi 100 % FREE INTERNET PLAY Downloadable content Memory card slots All for 599?!?! are you outta your mind?!!?! Thats a steal! abodaghee
The reason I bought the 60GB model was because of WiFi, Memory Card slots, and bigger HDD.
[QUOTE="makingmusic476"]I needed the wi-fi as well. Also, i wanted larger hdd space, as i know many people who used up their 20 gb 360 drive pretty darn fast.Radiozo
Not me. Ive used maybe 1Gb on my 360 and Ive had it since launch. Sure if you feel the need to never erase anything and keep every single demo that comes out you will fill your drive fast. Or load it up with music and photos. I have about 5Gb of music+pictures+videos on my ps3 HDD right now.
I wish I could SELL mine and drop a bill to get a 60gig, cuz it's turning out to be hell trying to get my 20gig online...I have a router and everything but keep getting the same damn error message...
Eman5805
wireless router?
No, it's wired. The light is a solid green online and it has another green light saying the PS3 is registering on it. I test the network connection on the PS3 and it gets an IP address automatically, but then when trying to go further, it gets an error message about resolving the name of a server. Is it because I'm supposed to have my computer run through router with the PS3? I took the ethernet line, from my cable modemn, out of my computer and directly into the router. For some reason the PS3's internet won't work linked directly to the cable modem. So, I leave my PS3 the only line connected to the router. Is that why it won't work? There has to be two different lines coming from the router for it to work?
I'm no expert, but I have a suggestion. Turn off power to computer, router, PS3, Cable modem. Do nothing for 30 secs. With the computer as well as PS3 connected, turn on cable modem, wait for about a minute, turn on router, wait about 30 secs. to a minute, turn on computer, wait till it is finished starting up & then turn on PS3 & wait about 30 secs. then give it a try. Here's hoping it works. (fingers crossed)
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