The 7 Best Video Gaming Consoles 2023 | Reviewed by TSG -Tech Pro

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Weight: 10.67 lbs
Max resolution: 4K
Battery: 1 CR2 battery
Storage capacity: 1TB

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Classic game roster: With over nine years’ worth of fantastic games to catch up on, you will never run out of games to play.
Solid design that’s sure to last for years: The PlayStation 4 Pro’s design, quite literally, stands the test of time as launch versions are still playing today.
Ideal alternative to a Blu-Ray player: If you’re looking for a handy alternative to buying a Blu-Ray Player, then the PlayStation 4 is your best bet.
High-resolution gaming: The PS4 Pro allows you to play games up to a 4K resolution.
HD Power: You can turn on Boost Mode to give your PS4 games access to the increased power of PS4 Pro. This allows for shorter load times as well as faster and smoother framerates.
HDR Technology: When paired with an HDR TV, compatible PS4 games display an extremely vibrant and life-like range of colors
Improved performance: The Pro allows improved visibility of objects further in the background, its anti-aliasing ensures delivers softer, rounder corners, and its visual effects give smoke and steam a heavier look and realistic feel.

Things you should know

Compared to how energy-efficient the next-gen consoles are, the PlayStation 4 might be a little loud when running graphics-heavy games compared to its newer counterparts.

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Sony PlayStation 5 Digital Edition

Sony’s finest console yet, the PlayStation 5 digital edition rocks fast memory and storage for instantaneous interactions. It is an excellent streamer, making it a versatile entertainment system as well as a gaming console.

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Size: 11.5” x 8.43” x 15.04”
Weight: 12 lbs
Controller battery: 1 Lithium Ion battery

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Excellent gaming performance: Capable of providing up to a 4K resolution 120 Hertz video, this definitely offers the best of what the next generation of gaming has to offer.
Best next-gen controller: The PlayStation 5 Dual Sense’s adaptive triggers enable next-generation gaming and control sensitivity, immersing you in the game.
Amazing selection of first-party titles: With the back catalog of PlayStation 4 and the future of the PlayStation 5 game lineup looking bright, you’ll definitely never run out of fun games to play.
Perfect Blu-ray Player alternative: Capable of playing 4K Blu-Ray discs, this unit also serves as your Blu-ray player.
High-speed SSD: This allows for nearly instant load times so that you’ll be able to maximize your play sessions.
Ray tracing feature: This provides a new level of realism in games, wherein light is individually simulated to create extremely true-to-life shadows and reflections
Backward compatibility and game boost: This allows the PS5 to play more than 4,000 PS4 titles while enabling faster and smoother framerates when playing PS4 games.
Adaptive control triggers: This allows you to experience dynamic resistance levels that simulate the physical impact of in-game activities in selected PS5 games.

Things you should know

With the global semiconductor crisis still delaying mass production, it may be hard to get your hands on a PlayStation 5 at the moment.

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Nintendo Switch with Neon Blue and Neon Red Joy‑Con

Unlike its rivals, the Nintendo Switch can transition from a mobile gaming rig to a home gaming console by docking it into a station. By doing this, Nintendo impressively manages to appeal to an untapped demographic and carve a significant size of the market.

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Size: 4” x 9.4” x 0.55”
Weight: 0.88 lbs
Screen size: 6.2”
Battery life: 4.5-9 hours

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Versatile gaming at its best: There’s nothing quite like the Nintendo Switch, which allows for three play styles- TV Mode, tabletop mode, and handheld mode.
Rich selection of games: Nintendo’s stellar collection of first-party and third-party games will definitely have a lot to offer you, whether you’re an adult, a teen, or a child.
Multiplayer gaming: The Switch connects over Wi-Fi, allowing for up to 8 consoles to be connected to a single game party.
Touch screen feature: The Switch features a 6.2-inch, multi-touch capacitive touch screen that enables a unique gaming experience.
Detachable Joy-Con: This allows for a wide variety of play styles for a more immersive gaming experience.

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If there’s anything to nitpick about the Nintendo Switch, it is that the screen can only display up to 720p resolution. This is nothing to be worried about, however, since you won’t notice it at that size.

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Nintendo Switch Lite

The Nintendo Switch Lite is the best option for portable gaming on the go. It is a Nintendo Switch version that is smaller and considerably less expensive. This makes it a tempting purchase for those who don't have a TV or a gaming monitor at home.

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Connector Type: Plug-In
Size: 9.5" x 0.55" x 4”
Actuator Type: ‎Push Button
Weight: 12.8 oz

What we like

Insanely portable: It is easier to carry in your backpack because the Nintendo Switch Lite is even more portable than the standard Switch.
Rich library of games: There is always something to play for any situation because it offers the same traditional range of games as its hybrid predecessor.
Large selection of accessories: When it comes to first-party and third-party accessories, the Nintendo Switch Lite has both.
Affordable gaming: This is likely the most affordable way to enter the Nintendo Switch universe, making it a desirable option for both casual and new players.

Things you should know

Before buying the Switch Lite, be sure to understand that it can only be played in handheld mode.

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Microsoft Xbox Series S

Launched alongside the mighty Xbox Series X, the reasonably priced Xbox Series S is still a behemoth of a gaming machine. It is capable of delivering HDR-enhanced gameplay in high resolution, with stellar graphics, allowing for a high-end gaming experience on a budget.

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Size: 10” x 11” x 14”
Weight: 4.24 lbs

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Stellar gaming performance: Offering 1440p resolution gameplay at up to 120 frames per second, this is still a definitive step up over the last generation of gaming consoles.
Excellent for streaming and playing media: The Series S upscales movies and TV shows to 4K resolution, making this a great option for streaming media.
Sleek design: With a more streamlined design than the Series X, the Series S is definitely more desk-friendly and portable.
Fast loading times: With a custom SSD and integrated software, you’ll be experiencing decreased load times both in and out of games.
High-end visual fidelity: The unit offers true-to-life, accurate reflections and acoustics in real-time, allowing for a brilliant visual experience.
Backward compatibility: This allows you to play games across four generations of Xbox titles that are optimized to run better than ever.
Surround sound: The unit offers 3D spatial sound with Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos.

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With just 512 gigabytes of storage on the base model, this might not be the best option for storing games on.

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Microsoft Xbox Series X

The most potent and fun Xbox to date is the Microsoft Xbox Series X. It can give amazing 4K games at a rapid frame rate, which enhances the beauty of your graphics. Furthermore, it boasts excellent 8K HDR and cloud gaming capabilities.

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Memory: 16GB GDDR6 w/320 bit-wide bus
Internal Storage: 1TB Custom NVME SSD
Gaming Resolution: True 4K
Performance: Up to 120 FPS
Sound: Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1, Dolby TrueHD with Atmos, Up to 7.1 L-PCM
Ports: 1x HDMI 2.1 port, 3x USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports
Connectivity: Ethernet: 802.3 10/100/1000, Wireless: 802.11ac dual-band, Xbox Wireless radio
Size: 15" x 11.5" x 8.5”
Weight: 13.1 lbs

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Exceptional gaming performance: The console is one of the most potent game consoles available because of its 8-core CPU, 12-teraflop GPU, and ultra-fast memory and storage.
Best used with Game Pass: You will immediately gain access to more than 300 games while using Xbox Game Pass.
Excellent media player: It is equipped with a 4K Blu-ray drive and can offer high-definition material from well-known streaming services.
More stocks available than the PS5: The Series X is easier to obtain than the PlayStation 5, and is not nearly as negatively impacted by the chip scarcity as Sony.

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When compared to other game consoles, the Xbox Series X surely takes up a lot of space because of its bulky design.

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Sega Genesis Mini - Genesis

Although Sega is coming in a little bit late to the trend of classic gaming consoles returning for a limited run, it definitely doesn’t lack enthusiasm among its rabid fans. It nails all of the basics, with great, adorable hardware and a varied selection of classic games for good measure.

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