The new model is now 0.6 pounds (300 grams) lighter than the previous iteration as a result.
During initial tests, it was discovered the newer model runs around three to five degrees warmer.
Evans goes on to say that the changes make this new PS5 worse than the launch model.
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He states that the difference in temperature is enough to cause performance issues.
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As stated, these changes only affect the digital version of the PlayStation 5.
There hasnt been any indication that the disc drive version will have the same changes applied to it.
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