Inexpensive gaming Consoles

Platform: Nintendo; game included;

Screen ("): 3.4; Bluetooth; mini-Jack (3.5 mm); Storage (GB): 32; Memory card slot; Battery capacity (mAh): 3500; Dimensions (mm): 82x145x25; Weight (kg): 0.19;

Memory card slot;

A new generation game console that was released in 2013. Microsoft Xbox One is a real multimedia centre that combines the capabilities of a modern console, TV, home theater, music player, and also provides access to the Internet in a single compact package. Another important feature is that the model initially has a contactless Kinect controller, thanks to which you can control the console and play games using gestures and movements. "Under the hood" is an 8-core processor, 8 GB of RAM and a 500 GB hard drive. Note the acoustics of the 7.1 format.

Platform: PlayStation; game included; Memory card slot;

Platform: Android; Screen ("): 4; Bluetooth; mini-Jack (3.5 mm); USB C; Storage (GB): 128; Memory card slot; Battery capacity (mAh): 4500; Dimensions (mm): 76x163x16; Weight (kg): 0.26;

A remote gaming device that provides access to games from the PlayStation 5 console via a home Wi-Fi network. The console is controlled using the same buttons and controllers as the DualSense gamepad. Dynamic vibration responds to the player's actions, and dynamic resistance simulates interaction with objects in the game. In the center, instead of a small touch panel, there is a larger 8-inch Full HD display with high-quality color rendering, high contrast and a solid reserve of brightness. PlayStation Portal is designed for quick connection to the PS5 console: just turn on the device, press the connect button and quickly start playing. In this case, the player must have an active PlayStation Network account, and the console itself must be connected to the Internet, in rest mode or fully turned on. For basic operation of the device, a Wi-Fi connection with a data transfer rate of at least 5 Mbps is required. The recommended speed is 15 Mbps, since the quality of the connection depends on the number of connected devices, the room, the distance from the Wi-Fi receiver and other factors.

A portable version of the popular game console from one of the market leaders, the Japanese company Nintendo. Positioned as a product of the middle price category, designed for mobile gaming. Fully compatible with a vast library of popular games designed for its big sister, the Nintendo Switch hybrid console. The differences lie in a much more affordable cost, a smaller screen size (5.5 "vs. 6.2"), the absence of a docking station, the inability to connect to a TV, as well as non-removable Joy-Con controller panels. Thanks to these design changes, the weight of the console has been reduced by 31% (from 398g to 275g), which greatly increases the attractiveness of the device as a mobile console that you can take with you without hesitation in any bag, backpack or even an outerwear pocket. The hardware basis of the Nintendo Switch Lite model is still a powerful Nvidia Tegra X1 processor with 4 GB of RAM. The resolution of the capacitive touch screen with high-quality protective glass is 1280x720, and the amount of permanent memory is 32 GB, which can be expanded by installing a microSD/SDHC/SDXC card (up to 2 TB). For fast loading of game content, a high-speed Wi-Fi adapter is provided. The capacity of the Li-Ion battery is 3570 mAh, which is enough for 3-6 hours of use.

Microsoft Xbox Series S is positioned as an affordable solution for gamers who want to access next-generation games without having to pay for the power and functionality of the older model. The console supports all the key features of the older model, including HDR, ray tracing and integration with proprietary Xbox services, but focuses on a more modest resolution of 1080p. It is positioned by the manufacturer as an affordable solution for those gamers who do not need the high power of the older Xbox Series X model, but would like to enjoy next-generation games. The console is equipped with a processor based on the AMD Zen 2 architecture with 8 cores operating at a frequency of 3.4 GHz. A video chip with a performance of 4 TFLOPS is responsible for graphics, the power of which is almost 2 times inferior to the capabilities of the "older" Xbox Seris S console. The amount of RAM is 10 GB, and the capacity of the built-in drive is 512 GB. The console is equipped with three USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports for connecting accessories and external drives, as well as an HDMI port version 2.1, which supports modern TVs with high refresh rates and a resolution of up to 120 Hz. LAN and Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) are available for connecting to the network. The kit includes a proprietary gamepad, which retains the familiar ergonomics and functionality characteristic of Xbox controllers. It is important to note that the model does not have an optical drive, so all games are downloaded through digital stores or cloud services.

Logitech's unusual portable console, which, unlike the Steam Deck, Nintendo Switch, and Asus ROG Ally, does not boast high performance and is focused exclusively on cloud gaming. It runs Windows, is based on the 8-core Snapdragon 720G chipset, and comes with Nvidia GeForce Now and Xbox Cloud Gaming services pre-installed, providing access to both of the most popular streaming platforms (note: using cloud gaming requires a subscription that is purchased separately from the device). In addition to cloud gaming, the console supports remote play of games from a PC or Xbox and PlayStation game consoles, allowing you to use the device as a repeater or a second screen. The Logitech G Cloud is equipped with a 7-inch display with a resolution of 1080p and a refresh rate of 60 Hz. The built-in 6000 mAh battery provides up to 12 hours of battery life. The Logitech G Cloud features a gyroscope for motion control and haptic vibration. Additionally, you can customize the buttons to suit your preferences, expanding your control options and allowing you to better adapt to your gaming habits. The console weighs 460 grams, making it slightly larger than the Nintendo Switch but significantly smaller than the Steam Deck. For external connections, the device has a USB C port, a 3.5 mm headphone jack, and a wireless receiver with support for Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) and Bluetooth 5.1 with support for Qualcomm aptXTM Adaptive.

A popular portable console introduced by the famous Japanese company Nintendo in 2017. One of the key features of the model is the original form factor, which provides several usage scenarios at once. So, the Nintendo Switch package includes a 6.2-inch tablet, a special docking station and two Joy‑Con wireless controllers. These controllers can be attached to the side faces of the tablet and thus turn the device into a portable console that you can easily take with you on the road, travel, etc. Or you can connect them together to form a full-fledged gamepad, and connect the set-top box to your TV and play in such a way that as if you are using a classic stationary console. It is noteworthy that when connected to a TV, the resolution of the image displayed by the device increases from HD to full FullHD. In total, up to 8 branded controllers can be connected to one console to play together with friends.

A game console released in 2013 that continues the PlayStation line of desktop consoles. Like the third version, it is equipped with an 8-core processor, but in this case it is an AMD Jaguar, and the amount of RAM has been increased to 8 GB. The design provides a 500 GB drive, there are 2 USB 3.0 ports. Sony PlayStation 4 supports all major optical disc formats up to Blu-ray. Also worth noting is the integration with the Vita portable console, including the ability to use as a controller.

A modern version of the Super Nintendo Entertainment System 16-bit stationary game console popular in the 90s of the last century. It is positioned as an affordable product of the middle price category, the cost of which is quite comparable to the price of a low-cost smartphone. Equipped with a digital HDMI video output that provides 720p picture output, easily connects to any modern TV and most monitor models. The retro console Nintendo Classic Mini SNES contains a built-in selection of 21 of the best games of its time. The list of these games (Contra III, Final Fantasy III, The Legend of Zelda, Secret of Mana, Street Fighter 2 Turbo, Super Mario games, Yoshi's Island, etc.) s played them on the original device. It comes with two controllers, and the external design and functionality of the controls completely repeat the controllers of the Super Nintendo Entertainment System console. Among the useful innovations, it is worth noting the appeared save function, which ensures the loading of the game state of 4 user-defined points, and rewind, which allows you to return the game process 45 seconds back. The Nintendo Classic Mini SNES retro console makes a great gift for casual fans of classic Nintendo games and collectors.

A set of a modern game console and a game disc. The Microsoft Xbox One S is an updated version of the most popular console from Microsoft in 2016, which boasts an updated design, more powerful hardware and enhanced functionality. In general, the device is positioned by the manufacturer as a home entertainment centre that allows you to play games, watch movies (including 4K resolution), listen to music (including 7.1 format), etc. Specifically, this modification of the set-top box has on board 1 TB drive.

The game console, as the name implies, is distinguished by the presence of a colorful OLED screen with deep colours. By reducing the frames, its diagonal is increased to 7", and the resolution is 1280x720 pixels. The model allows you to play in three modes: portable, desktop, using a wide adjustable support and placing the console on the floor or on a table at the right angle, or on a large screen by connecting the console to a TV. The included docking station has two USB ports, an HDMI connector for connecting to a TV and a new LAN port for stable online gaming in TV mode, while the two Joy-Con controllers, which are equipped with HD vibration and an infrared motion camera, can be detached at any time to play with a friend. In addition, the Nintendo Switch (OLED model) boasts built-in speakers with improved sound and increased storage capacity up to 64 GB. And to download even more games, you can expand the storage using a microSD memory card. A 3.5 mm audio jack is provided for connecting headphones, a microphone and a headset. Responsible for battery life is a 4310 mAh battery, one charge of which will last up to 9 hours. But this time directly depends on the games: for example, if you play The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, the battery will last about 5.5 hours.

An updated version of the popular game console. However, compared to the original PlayStation 4, the changes are rather cosmetic — so that the new “four” meets the requirements of 2016, when it was released. So, the Sony PlayStation 4 Slim 1Tb got a thinner and more compact body, updated Wi-Fi ac and Bluetooth 4.0 wireless modules, and a slightly more powerful processor. The rest of the characteristics remained virtually unchanged. Specifically, this modification has a built-in 1 TB drive and is equipped with one branded control joystick.

Platform: Xbox; game included; ultraHD (4K); Bluetooth; mini-Jack (3.5 mm); Storage (GB): 1000;

Platform: Xbox; dVD/Blu-ray drive; ultraHD (4K); Storage (GB): 1024; Dimensions (mm): 301x151x151; Weight (kg): 4.5;

A gift game set that consists of an updated Xbox One X game console in a modification with 1 TB of internal memory, as well as a game disc, so that the user can start playing immediately after purchase. Note that different online stores can complete the set with different games — check this question immediately before buying. The console itself is the most performant and powerful model in the Xbox family as of November 2017. Compared to its predecessors in the face of the original Xbox One or Xbox One S, the device boasts a significantly updated hardware “hardware”: a new 8-core processor, a more powerful graphics card (performance at the level of 6 TFLOPS), as well as an increased amount of RAM to 12 GB . But at the same time, the technique supports all accessories and games. that were released for the Xbox One family.

The Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme is a powerful and convenient portable console that can run demanding games with an adequate frame rate. The console is equipped with an AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme chip, which includes integrated AMD RDNA 3 graphics and is comparable in performance to a 6-core Ryzen 5 7540U laptop chip. Unlike the younger version with the regular Ryzen Z1, this model provides significantly higher performance. In terms of price and performance, the ROG Ally can be compared to inexpensive gaming laptops that demonstrate 40 to 60 frames per second in modern AAA games (for example, Cyberpunk 2077, Black Myth: Wukong and Elden Ring) at medium graphics settings and the FSR upscaler enabled. The console runs on an adapted Windows 11 platform and has access to an extensive library of games, including the Steam, Xbox Game Pass, Epic Games Store, and GOG service catalogs. A fast and bright 7-inch Full HD screen with a refresh rate of 120 Hz provides a smooth and high-quality visual experience both in games and when watching movies and TV series in high quality. The controls are designed in the style of SteamDeck and other mobile consoles, and the built-in RGB backlighting adds individuality. Overall, the built-in controllers provide a pleasant gaming experience, although they are slightly below the level of premium gamepads.

A fully digital modification of the Xbox Series X gaming console without a Blu-ray drive and with an updated snow-white case. It is positioned as a slightly more affordable solution for users with large digital game libraries and Game Pass subscribers who do not plan to use physical game discs. The hardware of the model and its technical characteristics are identical to the original Xbox Series X: the console is equipped with an eight-core AMD Zen 2 processor with a clock speed of up to 3.8 GHz and an RDNA 2 graphics chip, providing performance of up to 12 teraflops. It supports 4K resolution with a frequency of up to 120 frames per second, as well as variable refresh rate (VRR) technology, which reduces input lag and improves the smoothness of the gaming process. The built-in 1 TB SSD and 16 GB of RAM ensure fast data exchange between all system components, allowing the user to load most games extremely quickly. DirectX Raytracing technology creates more realistic lighting and detailed shadows, and support for Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos improves sound quality. Unlike previous generations of Xbox, which were made in the form of a console, the Xbox Series X resembles more of a very compact and minimalist computer with connection ports located on the back panel and a large grille through which the cooling system throws out hot air. In addition to the console itself, the kit includes a proprietary Xbox gamepad with a classic ABXY layout.

An updated modification of the PlayStation 5 gaming console, made in a thinner case and equipped with a slightly more capacious drive. Like the original PS5, the Slim version is equipped with an 8-core AMD Zen 2 processor with a clock speed of 3.5 GHz, the graphics system is based on the RDNA 2 architecture from AMD and includes 36 computing units with a frequency of up to 2.1 GHz. The amount of GDDR6 RAM is 16 GB. The built-in SSD drive with a capacity of 1024 GB with a PCI-E 4.0 interface provides fast console and games. Users can expand the storage using compatible M.2 SSDs. The console supports both standard 4K resolution and 120 Hz refresh rate. There is also the ability to output to 8K displays. Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) technology minimizes image tearing, providing a more stable gaming process. In addition, the PlayStation 5 Slim supports ray tracing technologies, providing more realistic lighting and shadows in games. The PlayStation 5 Slim features a Blu-ray drive that can play Ultra HD Blu-ray discs. Users can also enjoy media apps like Netflix and YouTube thanks to built-in 802.11ax Wi-Fi and Ethernet. As an added convenience, the console features backward compatibility, allowing users to play their favorite PlayStation 4 titles. The unit comes with one next-generation Dual Sense controller with adaptive triggers and an updated haptic feedback system.

Platform: PlayStation; game included; dVD/Blu-ray drive; ultraHD (4K); Bluetooth; USB C; Storage (GB): 1024; Dimensions (mm): 96x358x216; Weight (kg): 3.7;

A driveless version of the fifth generation of Sony's hit console, loaded to the max, in order to provide comfortable gameplay in 4K at frame rates up to 120 fps. To do this, the set-top box was armed with a powerful hardware “hardware” as part of an AMD Ryzen Zen 2 hybrid 8-core 16-thread processor, an AMD Radeon RDNA 2-based graphics core with a performance of more than 10 teraflops (variable frequency up to 2.23 GHz) and a PCIe 4.0 NVMe solid-state drive for 825 GB. The Sony PlayStation 5 Digital Edition has 16 GB of RAM. The game console is designed in a futuristic black and white colour scheme with blue LED backlighting. Branded accessories are also made to match her appearance: a gamepad, headphones, a remote control, a dual camera and a charging station. The set-top box is subject to a vertical “parking” method and has HDMI, USB 3.2 gen 1 (1 pcs.), USB 3.2 gen 2 (2 pcs.), LAN, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Bluetooth connection interfaces. Additionally, backwards compatibility with PS4 games is reported.