Computer games penetrate deeper and deeper into the lives of modern children and adults. In connection with the great interest in such a pastime, in addition to the computer, portable and stationary game consoles began to appear. One of the popular portable consoles is the PSP (PlayStation Portable) from Sony.
What PSP models are there
If you are faced with the question of which PSP to choose, you need to identify the main goals of the purchase and your material capabilities. With the help of the console, you can not only play, it is capable of playing music, videos and photos.
The first model - PSP 1000 (Fat), comes out only in modifications. It has a sturdy body, a screen with a diagonal of 4.3 inches (110 mm), plays music, videos and pictures. It was first presented at the end of 2004 in Japan. Many games still run smoothly on this console. Its main advantage is its budgetary cost.
In 2007, a new model of a portable set-top box was announced - PSP 2000 (Slim and Lite). This console has redesigned and improved technical parameters. It has become lighter and thinner than its predecessor. The RAM has doubled (from 32 to 64 MB). In addition, there was a video output and the ability to recharge from USB.
The PSP 3000 exploded the concept of handheld consoles in 2008. The model has a thin body, bright display and a powerful battery that lasts for five to six hours of gaming. This console is a gamer's dream. The improved anti-glare screen should have improved clarity and improved color reproduction, but many owners resented the outdated interlace method, which resulted in visible stripes on the screen. However, Sony replied that this method is a feature of this PSP model.
In mid-2009, the PSP Go portable console appeared, which had tangible design changes. Firstly, its body is made in the form of a slider, and the buttons are covered by the top panel with the screen. Secondly, the display diagonal has decreased from 4.3 to 3.8 inches. Thirdly, the UMD drive was removed, and games could be downloaded from the PlayStation Store. The internal flash memory of the set-top box has increased to sixteen gigabytes. The PSP Go also uses a Memory Stick Micro.
In 2011, the PSP Street model (E 1000) was introduced. This set-top box was positioned as a budget one, it was based on the same PSP 3000. This package did not include the wi-fi module, there was only one mono speaker and no microphone. However, it is thanks to such sacrifices that the set-top box has become cheaper, which makes it very attractive to buyers.
Which PSP model should you choose?
Based on your requests and financial capabilities, you can easily choose a PSP model for your taste. For example, PSP Street is a good option for people who do not need Internet access, stereo sound, and other upgrades. It supports modern games and keeps the battery for quite a long time.
If you want to combine games with Internet outings and communication in social networks, you should pay attention to the PSP 3000 portable console, which will help you realize your wishes. It has a built-in wi-fi module and a video output.
PSP 2000 and PSP Go are not on sale now, but you can buy them hand-held if you want. These consoles have the same amount of RAM and processor as the PSP 3000. Which means you can still try out a wide range of games with the savings on your purchase. Nevertheless, the PSP 3000 is the most popular among gamers.
