The History of Consoles

PlayStation 4


The Sony PlayStation 4 (PS4), an eighth generation video game console released in 2013. The PS4 is shown here with the DualShock 4 controller and an optional vertical stand.

Photo: Evan-Amos


Released: November 15, 2013

The PlayStation 4 is a home video game console developed by Sony Interactive Entertainment. (wikipedia)

Details:

  • Name for Console: PlayStation 4
  • Alias: PS4
  • Year Released: 2013
  • Discontinued: Ongoing
  • Developer: Sony Interactive Entertainment
  • Product Family: PlayStation
  • Generation Number: 8th Generation
  • Backward Compatibility: No
  • Specifications:
    • Operating System: Customized Orbis OS
    • CPU: Custom AMD Jaguar
    • GPU: Custom AMD GCN
    • Memory: 8 GB GDDR5
    • Storage: 500 GB HDD or 1 TB HDD
    • Display Formats: 720p, 1080p
    • Sound: Dolby and DTS 5.1 surround sound
    • Controller Input: DualShock 4 Controller
    • Extra: None
  • Units Sold: 117+ Million Units (Includes the PlayStation 4 Pro (As of 2023))
  • Predecessor: PlayStation 3
  • Slim Refresh: PlayStation 4 Slim
  • Gen Refresh: PlayStation 4 Pro
  • Successor: PlayStation 5
  • Company Website: PlayStation 4