The official "What PSP should I get?" thread... keep it here.

There have been way too many threads like this, and they always come to the same conclusion: people are sick and tired of these threads flooding the boards. So, until further notice, keep it to this thread.

A word of advice though: it's always best to do some research first and at least be familiar with the differences between the 4 major models of the PSP.

For quick reference (obviously don't trust a single person if you're looking for unbiased opinions, there's plenty of 3000 vs Go stuff online to read up on):

PSP 1000
-Bulkier design
-UMD drive
-only 32MB of memory
-standard mini USB cable for charging/transfers

PSP 2000
-Same as the 1000, plus
-Slim design
-64MB of memory (faster loads)
-mic jack
-video output

PSP 3000
-Same changes as the 2000, plus
-built-in mic
-brighter, faster screen with less ghosting (but occasionally noticeable scanlines)
-Sturdier disc tray

PSP Go
-Smaller screen (3.8" versus 4.3")
-Sliding design and rearranged button layout
-16GB of built in memory
-Memory card slot new proprietary format, not traditional MemoryStick
-proprietary 'all in one' port for USB transfers and video output
-save states possible
-supports bluetooth for using a controller
-No UMD drive

As the first two models are no longer in production the choice will fall to the 3000 (at least until the 4000 is properly announced) and the Go. While the choice is up to the individual, these are the main differences between the two:

Go
-smaller and more portable due to its size
-Has no UMD drive, rendering a previous PSP owner's catalogue useless and cutting off new users from a vast quantity of inexpensive physical PSP titles
-Not all UMD games are available on PSN - those that are usually cost more than their physical counterparts (and cannot be sold, obviously)
-new proprietary memory card format that's more expensive and more difficult to find than the old Memory Sticks.
-proprietary port for transfers and video, making replacement of lost cables more expensive
-expensive

3000
-does not support save states
-bigger in size
-noisy when accessing a UMD (then again, all UMD based PSPs are)
-includes no memory card when purchased outside of a bundle
-still uses Memory Sticks, which can be found for $40 for 16GB
-cheaper than the Go

Both PSPs use the same cross media bar interface, both let you download and store games from PSN, both play PS1 ****cs. The crux of the decision boils down to the size of the handheld, mainly, as the 3000 is capable of everything the Go is (other than save states and bluetooth support). Whether that smaller size and more elegant look but limited and expensive game catalogue is worth the extra money is up to you.

Great job on making a sticky and kudos to DJ_Lae for the breakdown. Maybe this will help with the constant "What PSP should I get" threads.

can i get some credit since this was sorta my idea too..i made my thread yesterday at like 11 at nite..did alot of researching trying to make this happen.

i also think you should add pictures for each :]

This again is a good idea...But there will still be these threads....Xx-Addict-xX

Hi. DJ_Lae states above that the PSP 3000 does not support save states. What does that mean? Does the PSP 1000 or 2000 do this? I my self owns a PSP 1000.

Hi. DJ_Lae states above that the PSP 3000 does not support save states. What does that mean? Does the PSP 1000 or 2000 do this? I my self owns a PSP 1000.

zapp64

Yeah - the best comparison is sleep mode on a regular PSP - it's like that, except you can keep a saved state for every game rather than just the one you're currently playing (and obviously you can't exit the game entirely or it'll just reset on the original PSPs).

Ok, thanks! Then I'll know.

id reccomend the 3000 its the best one out there so far...

I got a BLUE 2000 psp a couple days ago And it does the job pretty well for me.

not to much of a major change between psp 3000 and the go

not to much of a major change between psp 3000 and the go

afrodudeman123

[QUOTE="afrodudeman123"]

not to much of a major change between psp 3000 and the go

DaAlienMan

Actually, the 3000 has the least impressive screen of all the models.

The GO may be the best model to get at this point. Reason being that the successor to the psp will likely be backwards compatible, meaning all downloaded games will be transferable to the new hardware. It isn't likely sony will offer some form of "UMD conversion" deal. I'm not upset I bought a 3000 not too long ago, but in hindsight I think the GO is the best of the models.

[QUOTE="DaAlienMan"][QUOTE="afrodudeman123"] what do you mean by that, there's alot of changes between the 3000 and go. From overal design to the insides of the system. now if you meant not much of a change between 2000 and 3000 then i agree. Just some design changes. Plus the fact the screen on the 3000 is much prettier xPHeirren

Wut???

Actually, the 3000 has the least impressive screen of all the models.

Heirren

Please explain.

The 3000 has interlacing issues.

not to much of a major change between psp 3000 and the go

afrodudeman123

2. Why did you put your Portable ID in your post? xD

The 3000 has interlacing issues.

Heirren

[QUOTE="Heirren"]

The 3000 has interlacing issues.

rubedisky

I own a 3000 model--the camo MGS one--and while it isn't a huge deal, it is certainly noticeable. It's has a similar effect to watching an old action flick on an old dvd in 480i. When things get moving, the screen breaks up somewhat. I noticed it immediately on Street Fighter and Pursuit Force. Fact of the matter is though, is that the 3000 does in fact have the least impressive screen of all the psp models.

[QUOTE="rubedisky"][QUOTE="Heirren"]

The 3000 has interlacing issues.

Heirren

I own a 3000 model--the camo MGS one--and while it isn't a huge deal, it is certainly noticeable. It's has a similar effect to watching an old action flick on an old dvd in 480i. When things get moving, the screen breaks up somewhat. I noticed it immediately on Street Fighter and Pursuit Force. Fact of the matter is though, is that the 3000 does in fact have the least impressive screen of all the psp models.

PSPgo = more expensive but better system. If you own a PSPgo and living in a place limited with UMDs.....then it's a better choice to purchase/download via internet.

PSP = cheaper, easy control handling, bigger screen, bulkier, slower loading, no bluetooth, hard to find UMD english games if you are not living in United States and UK.

PSPgo = more expensive but better system. If you own a PSPgo and living in a place limited with UMDs.....then it's a better choice to purchase/download via internet.

PSP = cheaper, easy control handling, bigger screen, bulkier, slower loading, no bluetooth, hard to find UMD english games if you are not living in United States and UK.

hippiesanta

I have owned every model myself and I never noticed the lines on the 3000 but I always sell them after I'm bored of everything on it. I haven't played peace walker yet. I'm a huge phantasy star fan so I plan on buying another PSP some time this week and picking up phantasy star portable 2 when it comes out. I also want Birth By Sleep and the new GoW. I am kinda thinking I'll just go for the cheapest model available at my local GS because I feel like it's so late in the system's life that there would be no point in buying a newer one. I loved my Go tons and I could see myself getting another one to replace my ipod like I did before but PSN didn't have my 2 favorite games available on the PSN store(Mega Man Powered Up and Phantasy Star Portable). I know they said that all new games would go onto PSN but I'm a little skeptic and I'd rather be safe than sorry. Does anyone know for sure that Phantasy Star Portable 2 is/will be on PSN? I might just go for the 1000 either way but if it's there I'd rather have the go so I can have portable gaming and not deal with bulky UMDs.

PSPgo = more expensive but better system. If you own a PSPgo and living in a place limited with UMDs.....then it's a better choice to purchase/download via internet.

PSP = cheaper, easy control handling, bigger screen, bulkier, slower loading, no bluetooth, hard to find UMD english games if you are not living in United States and UK.

hippiesanta

If I had to go for one it'd be the 3000 model. my old 1000 is pretty much dead. Id get a new one but I'm going to look into the 3ds. You should too its looking really good. But if your strictly Sony than 3000, PspGo isn't one id recommend

If I had to go for one it'd be the 3000 model. my old 1000 is pretty much dead. Id get a new one but I'm going to look into the 3ds. You should too its looking really good. But if your strictly Sony than 3000, PspGo isn't one id recommend

MYWIIWII5

http://www.amazon.com/Lexar-Memory-Stick-Flash-LMSPD32GBSBNA/dp/B002RL8UQ6

Is that a good price for a 32gb memory stick?

http://www.amazon.com/Lexar-Memory-Stick-Flash-LMSPD32GBSBNA/dp/B002RL8UQ6

Is that a good price for a 32gb memory stick?

sora1226

[QUOTE="sora1226"]

http://www.amazon.com/Lexar-Memory-Stick-Flash-LMSPD32GBSBNA/dp/B002RL8UQ6

Is that a good price for a 32gb memory stick?

rubedisky

3000 is the best one to get.

Sorry if this is irrelevant but my friend put his psp slim under his pillow and the screen broke from that (I know retarded idn't it?) I have a psp 1003 and its held up nicely it is my second one because my first one came up with multicoloured lines on the screen if it moved like a millimeter (which if anyone knows how to fix please message me!) Sorry if its irrelevant!Weezyweezer

I don't think its scratches, because sometimes it doesn't even boot i just get a green light and there are no menu sounds or button clicks, I dropped it previously if that helps at all.

I highly recommend getting the bright green MGS bundle. :)