Which is better for a first PS5?

The PS5 Slim Digital Edition. It has more storage, a smaller body and costs less at the listed stores.

Is the Slim worth the extra over the original Digital Edition?

It is not extra here. The Slim is $359.20 and the Digital Edition is $399.20 at Streetretail.nyc as of November 5, 2026, so the Slim is cheaper and has more storage.

Which has more storage?

The Slim, with 1TB versus 825GB. Both accept an M.2 SSD for expansion.

Can either play disc games?

No. Both are Digital Edition consoles with no disc drive. You buy games from the PlayStation Store.

Do both include a controller?

Yes. Both ship with a DualSense wireless controller with haptic feedback and adaptive triggers.

Neither is rated for a lifespan. Both use the same custom CPU and 16GB of memory, so expect similar longevity.

Sony PlayStation 5 Digital Edition vs Sony Playstation 5 Slim Digital Edition

Both are disc-free PS5s, so the choice comes down to size, storage and price. The PS5 Slim Digital Edition is smaller, ships with 1TB of storage and Astro's Playroom, and costs $359.20 at Streetretail.nyc as of November 5, 2026. The Digital Edition listing at $399.20 at Streetretail.nyc as of November 5, 2026 is the older, larger 825GB model. Buy the Slim unless you find the original Digital Edition cheaper elsewhere.

Today the Sony Playstation 5 Slim Digital Edition costs $40.00 less at its best price.

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