{"id":88050,"date":"2025-08-22T06:18:07","date_gmt":"2025-08-22T06:18:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/88050\/"},"modified":"2025-08-22T06:18:07","modified_gmt":"2025-08-22T06:18:07","slug":"ps5-prices-might-be-rising-in-the-u-s-but-canadians-can-save-50-on-the-playstation-5-right-now","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/88050\/","title":{"rendered":"PS5 prices might be rising in the U.S. \u2014 but Canadians can save $50 on the PlayStation 5 right now"},"content":{"rendered":"

PS5<\/a> prices might be increasing in the U.S.<\/a> amid the uncertainty of Donald Trump’s tariffs<\/a>, but Canadian gamers are in luck \u2014 the Sony console is currently on sale at Amazon Canada<\/a> for $70 off.<\/p>\n

While Americans are facing a $50 USD price hike on all PlayStation 5 models as Sony calls out<\/a> “a challenging economic environment,” shoppers in Canada have the chance to snag an opposite offer. Right now, the PlayStation 5 Slim Digital Edition Console<\/a> is an Amazon’s Choice deal that you won’t want to miss.<\/p>\n

More than 600 Amazon shoppers have snagged one in the last month. To learn more and shop the deal, continue scrolling:<\/p>\n

Quick shop:<\/p>\n

This new, slimmer edition of the current-generation Sony console is an update to the original version released at the end of 2020. It still offers the same punch, but now it’s all packed in a thinner size. Scroll down to see why shoppers are calling the PlayStation 5 Slim Digital Edition Console<\/a> a piece “true magic.”<\/p>\n

The details<\/p>\n

One of the biggest draws of the updated PlayStation 5 Slim Digital Edition Console<\/a> is that it offers all the same features \u2014 now in a slimmer system.<\/p>\n

What was once an arguably valid complaint of bulkiness has turned into a 33 per cent cut in size for the digital edition. The system originally launched in 2020 at 3.9 kg (8.6 lb), but the newest slim edition weighs 2.6 kg (5.7 lb).<\/p>\n

Another nice revision on this console is a slight storage bump. The original console only offered 825 GB of internal storage. This slim version now comes with 1 TB, letting gamers store even more of their favourite titles.<\/p>\n

It’s a necessary storage boost if you’ll be opting for the disc-less version of this console. While the PS5 featuring a disc drive<\/a> isn’t on sale at the moment, the all-digital experience of the hit gaming system is just as powerful and, most importantly, fun. (Hint: No more wrangling with changing discs between games and having towers of cases collecting dust in your living room corner).<\/p>\n

In terms of performance, the specifications are the same between these new slim consoles and those released five years ago. The slim edition, like the original, offers 4K video resolution at up to 120 frames per second. Plus, you’re able to play a backlog of any supported PlayStation 4 games.<\/p>\n

What reviewers are saying<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udecd\ufe0f 1,600+ reviews<\/p>\n

\u2b50\ufe0f 4.6-star average rating<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udfae Gamers say the “graphics are stunning” and it’s “the best console there is”<\/p>\n

Graphics are, of course, one of the top things you want to be high quality when it comes to gaming \u2014 and shoppers say the PlayStation 5 Slim Digital Edition Console<\/a> offers “incredible” and “stunning” images. One person even called it the “best console there is.”<\/p>\n

Other buyers say this new system has “super fast load times” when it comes to starting up games, which is an important factor to think about when you’re hoping to play the best, graphically demanding titles.<\/p>\n

A few gamers also mentioned how “quiet” the console is, and that it’s hard to tell it’s even powered on.<\/p>\n

Still, one con people mentioned is that the system doesn’t offer Bluetooth audio capabilities, meaning you won’t be able to connect a pair of Apple AirPods<\/a> while gaming (but corded headphones do work). Others have also called out that the wireless controller’s battery life “doesn’t seem super fantastic,” but that could be because it has so many features.<\/p>\n

The verdict<\/p>\n

When it comes to gaming, it’s hard to beat a system like the PS5<\/a> at the moment. Coming with top-notch graphics and the ability to show off video in 4K at up to 120 frames per second, you’re bound to be transported to new worlds when booting up this console.<\/p>\n

As the back-to-school season gets underway, now is one of the best times of the year to scoop up this console \u2014 especially as Canadians seem to (for now) be exempt from a Trump-induced tariff price hike. Shop the console for $70 off, bringing the price down to $510.<\/p>\n

More PS5 deals on Amazon: Accessories, games & more<\/p>\n

The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.<\/p>\n

Let us know what you think by commenting below and tweeting @YahooStyleCA<\/a>! Follow us on Twitter<\/a> and Instagram<\/a>.<\/p>\n