If you're looking to snag a PlayStation Portal without breaking the bank, Amazon Resale (formerly known as Amazon Warehouse) has a fantastic deal for you. You can now purchase a Used: Like New condition PS Portal for just $150.23, shipped. This represents a significant 25% off its original retail price of $199. While a Sony warranty may not be included, rest assured that Amazon Resale items come with the same 30-day return policy as new products. Given the popularity of this deal, we expect these units to sell out quickly.
Update: The price has further dropped to $150.23, marking the lowest we've seen for a Used: Like New unit.
PlayStation Portal (Used: Like New) for $150.23
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Used (Like New)### Playstation Portal
5$199.99 save 25%$150.23 at AmazonUsed: Like New Condition
This unit looks and functions as if it were new, with only moderate packing damage observed during inspection.
The PlayStation Portal is Sony's innovative handheld accessory designed for the PS5 console. It resembles an extended split-pad DualSense controller with an 8-inch 1080p LCD screen integrated into the middle. This device transforms your PS5 into a portable gaming experience by streaming games from your console at up to 60fps. It incorporates all the beloved features of the DualSense, including haptic feedback, adaptive triggers, and a touchscreen interface in place of the traditional touchpad. While the PS Portal can stream games even when you're away from home, it requires a very stable and fast internet connection. Remember, the PS Portal is not a standalone device; it is strictly a remote player for the PlayStation 5, meaning you'll need a PS5 to use it.
Update: You no longer need a PS5 to play games on the PS Portal. Sony has introduced a new feature allowing owners to stream games directly from the PlayStation Now cloud streaming service, eliminating the need for a PS5. With this update, Portal owners can choose to connect to their PS5 or directly to Sony's cloud servers, accessing a library of over 120 games, including titles like Ghost of Tsushima, Resident Evil 3 Remake, The Last of Us Part 1 Remastered, and Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales. Note that you must subscribe to the highest tier of PlayStation Plus to enjoy this feature, but at $18 a month, it's a more affordable option compared to purchasing a PS5 and individual games.
It's worth mentioning that the PlayStation Portal isn't the only way to stream PS5 games over Wi-Fi at home. You can achieve similar functionality by downloading the PS Remote Play app on a mobile device or other gaming handhelds like the Steam Deck. However, setting this up is more complex, and you'll miss out on some of the DualSense's unique features.
PlayStation Portal Review by Seth Macy
"The PlayStation Portal is the most surprising device I've ever come away from loving after going in loaded with skepticism. It's such a better experience than using your phone with a slap-on controller, and it works so much better than I was anticipating. I really love the freedom it gives me to play my PS5 from anywhere with decent WiFi coverage, especially when the rest of my family was using the TV to (somewhat ironically) play the Switch. Bearing in mind that it’s in no way a stand-alone device and 100% requires a PlayStation 5 to function at all, the biggest things keeping the Portal from being a truly amazing device are its current lack of a way to access WiFi that requires a web browser to log in, and its lack of Bluetooth support for audio. For now, it's a great device that represents the best current solution for PlayStation Remote Play, and if it weren't for those two baffling caveats, I'd call this a must-own device for every PS5 owner who enjoys playing games on handheld – or has to compete for the household TV."
DualSense controllers are also on sale
Sterling Silver### Sony PS5 DualSense Controller
20$79.99 save 32%$54.00 at LenovoUse code 'PLAY5'
Volcanic Red### Sony PS5 DualSense Controller
21$79.99 save 32%$54.00 at LenovoUse code 'PLAY5'
Cobalt Blue### Sony PS5 DualSense Controller
12$79.99 save 32%$54.00 at LenovoUse code 'PLAY5'Lenovo has just dropped the price of the PlayStation 5 DualSense controller to slightly lower than what we saw on Black Friday. Right now, you can choose from Sterling Silver, Volcanic Red, or Cobalt Blue for only $54, including free shipping, after applying the coupon code "PLAY5" at checkout. This is likely your last chance to get a DualSense controller at this price for a while, especially in these eye-catching metallic colorways.
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