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The PlayStation® Console

Powerful. Affordable. Revolutionary. The PlayStation® console delivers cutting-edge entertainment for the home with advanced graphics, CD-quality sound, and developer-friendly design.

PlayStation Console

System Specifications

CPU 32-bit RISC processor (MIPS R3000A-compatible)
Clock Speed 33.8688 MHz
RAM 2 MB Main RAM, 1 MB VRAM
Storage Medium Compact Disc (CD-ROM)
Audio 16-bit stereo sound, 24 channels
Graphics GPU with 360,000 polygons/sec, resolutions up to 640×480
Controllers 2 Controller ports (Digital, DualShock compatible)
Save Storage External Memory Card (128 KB)
Dimensions 270 × 60 × 188 mm
Weight 1.5 kg

Designed for Developers

The open architecture of the PlayStation® console allows game creators to push hardware limits and deliver groundbreaking interactive experiences on a low-cost, high-performance platform.