Help on ps4 model number

[shreked]

Hi there

Im buying a PS4 for a xmas present and been advised that there is a CHU-1100 (old) model and a CHU-1200 (new) model.

If I get the old model is there a software update for the new model or do I just avoid if it says CHU-1100.

Thanks

 

[Oberon]

Its just not a matter of a software update the actual console has a few changes.

The newer one weighs 10% less,consumes 8% less power and is quieter.
There are also a few exterior changes,the power and eject buttons are mechanical,not digital,which is supposed to fix the random disc eject issues some people have had.
Also the HDD cover has a matt finish,instead of glosssy.

 

[shreked]

So if you not really fussed get either. Just the way some people were on website they were saying stay away from CHU-1100

 

[wonderings]

I have the original one, no issues with noise, weight... who cares? If I was buying new though I would certainly look for the newest revision of the product.

 

[Titan]

I have the older model, CUH-1115A, which is the same model as the one you're looking into (the last two digits are the region). I got it with the Destiny bundle. I've had no problems with mine (like the random disc ejection or anything. Mine has the digital buttons) and I even personally like the aesthetics of the older models as opposed to the 12xx series. Aside from the aesthetics, the internals are undoubtedly updated for energy efficiency and ease/cheaper manufacturing. But when you really think about it, 8% energy savings is really not a lot. I think one thing I read was the average person spends $30 a year on their energy bills with a game console (may be 50, but any who, it's 8% savings of that....not a lot). And the 10% lighter, who cares? You aren't backpacking with it. It's going to go on your TV stand and stay there