Difference Between PS2 and PS2 Slim

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There's more than a size difference between PS2 and its slim counterpart.

Other than the obvious size difference, with more than meets the eye, the Slim PS2 has many features its big brother the original PS2 lacks.

  1. IR Reader

    • The PlayStation 2 game console offers DVD playback. Because of this, Sony released a remote control peripheral that works using the PS2 Slim's IR reader built into the console. The original PS2 lacks this port but the remote can be used with access to an external IR reader.

    Disc Tray

    • The PlayStation 2 Slim's disc tray pops open, while the console's works via a spring mechanism. The original console's tray only works when the console is plugged in, running on gears and a motor.

    Ethernet Port

    • The PlayStation 2 Slim has a built-in Ethernet port. The original console lacks this port but does offer support for a separate add-on.

    HDD Support

    • The PS2 Slim lacks support for the PS2 HDD (meaning PS2 Slim owners can't play Final Fantasy XI on their console). The PS2 HDD only works on the original model.

    Weight

    • With less size comes less weight. The PS2 Slim weighs less than two pounds, while the original PS2 weighs roughly five pounds.

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