The first PlayStation Portal unboxing video has surfaced online, showing the size of Sony’s new handheld and comparing it to Valve’s Steam Deck.
Sony’s PlayStation Portal won’t be out before next week, but Spanish YouTube channel Hobby Consolas has already put up an unboxing video of the handheld. Due to an embargo, the device isn’t turned on, but you’ll get a glimpse of the handheld ahead of reviews and the global launch of the handheld. “the embargo prevents us from showing it in operation, but we can show you an unboxing of the final unit so you can see what it looks like and compare it with a Steam Deck, for example”, the creator of the video writes on YouTube (translated).
Comparing the dimensions of the PlayStation Portal and Steam Deck, we can see roughly the same dimensions although the PlayStation Portal benefits from an 8-inch display, whereas the Steam Deck offers a 7-inch screen. Also, Sony’s handheld is somewhat lighter compared to Valve’s handheld.
Check out the video below:
After numerous rumors, Sony officially announced its streaming handheld device back in August of this year. Pre-orders for the device kicked off back in September. We’ve included the main features of Sony’s handheld below:
- Put Your PS5 in the Palm of Your Hand – PlayStation Portal Remote Player gives you access to the games on your PS5 over your home Wi-Fi, letting you jump right into gaming without needing to play on a TV.
- Play Your Game Collection – PlayStation Portal Remote Player can play compatible games you have installed on your PS5 console, including your favorite games for PS5 and PS4.
- Experience Breathtaking Immersion with DualSense Wireless Controller Features – Feel the incredible immersion of haptic feedback and adaptive triggers in supported games.
- Beautiful 8” LCD Screen – Take in every exquisite detail of your favorite games as they come alive on a brightly lit and gorgeous full HD screen.
- 60fps Capable at 1080p Resolution – PlayStation Portal Remote Player can deliver silky-smooth gameplay at up to 60fps with high image clarity on its 1080p resolution screen.
The PlayStation Portal launches worldwide next week on November 15 for $199.99.
