PS3 Question - Used 60GB or New 80GB?
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PS3 Question - Used 60GB or New 80GB?
I'm thinking about getting a ps3 and have the option to get a returned 60gb from an auction for anywhere from $300 - $400, depending on what's missing and the condition it's in. (Sample details below). Or I have the option of getting a brand new ps3 80gb that comes with motostorm for roughly $400 - $500 (after gift certificates and such).
It seems that the usual consensus is to always go for a 60gb if you can for the dedicated BC hardware, but does this carry through if the 60gb is a return and doesn't have perhaps the same warranty?
I'll mainly be getting the ps3 for it's blu-ray capability (to complement my amazing hd-a3!), but will also use it for playing some ps3 games (fall of man) and some ps2 games (kingdom hearts 1&2, ddr, plus maybe picking up some bargain bin games).
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Sample return up for auction (this one is currently at an auction price of $270 plus $30 shipping. I have seen the ones with nothing missing and no cosmetic damage go around $350 or so, plus $30 shipping... but it just depends on the day.)
It seems that the usual consensus is to always go for a 60gb if you can for the dedicated BC hardware, but does this carry through if the 60gb is a return and doesn't have perhaps the same warranty?
I'll mainly be getting the ps3 for it's blu-ray capability (to complement my amazing hd-a3!), but will also use it for playing some ps3 games (fall of man) and some ps2 games (kingdom hearts 1&2, ddr, plus maybe picking up some bargain bin games).
Any thoughts?
Sample return up for auction (this one is currently at an auction price of $270 plus $30 shipping. I have seen the ones with nothing missing and no cosmetic damage go around $350 or so, plus $30 shipping... but it just depends on the day.)
Manufacturer: SONY
Model Number: 98000
Items Included in this auction:
Playstation 3 Unit With 60 Gb Hard Drive
Wireless Controller
Ac Power Cord
Av Cable
Ethernet Cable
Usb Cable
Delivery Only (No Pick-up)
Items Not Included:
Manuals
Product Condition: Tested Working
Physical Condition: Some fine scratches or minor scuffs
Model Number: 98000
Items Included in this auction:
Playstation 3 Unit With 60 Gb Hard Drive
Wireless Controller
Ac Power Cord
Av Cable
Ethernet Cable
Usb Cable
Delivery Only (No Pick-up)
Items Not Included:
Manuals
Product Condition: Tested Working
Physical Condition: Some fine scratches or minor scuffs
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If you want a Blu-Ray player only, grab the 40GB. If you want PS2 support I would really suggest the 60GB. There's no need to spend the extra $100 to have crippled functionality and Motorstorm will be $20 or less in no time if you really wanted that.
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Thanks for the quick responses. The auction site gives this caveat:
Should I be concerned that I might not qualify for the manufacturer's warranty if I go with the 60gb?
Also, what should I spend no more than? Does the $300 seem like a good max or is the 60gb worth even going up to $400 (even though I'd clearly like to spend the least amount possible)
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Since items purchased may be open-box and/or may be previously sold or registered, they may, or may not include a manufacturer warranty. Please contact the manufacturer to confirm any warranty coverage if required.
Since items purchased may be open-box and/or may be previously sold or registered, they may, or may not include a manufacturer warranty. Please contact the manufacturer to confirm any warranty coverage if required.
Also, what should I spend no more than? Does the $300 seem like a good max or is the 60gb worth even going up to $400 (even though I'd clearly like to spend the least amount possible)
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Where are you purchasing from? I purchased a remanufactured PS3 from DealADeal.com (who also does auctions) and since it was refurbished by Sony came with a 90 day warranty. I would assume the Best Buy Outlet auctions on eBay do as well... so it all depends on where you're getting it from. I think $350 shipped or so is a nice solid figure for a refurb'd 60gb PS3. Though if you're really concerned, you could try getting a squaretrade.com warranty on it (~ $40 a year (-50% for each additional year) for refurb/used items at around $300)
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The PS3 has not suffered the failure rate the 360 has, so I wouldn't sweet the warrenty. I paid $600 for a launch PS3, so even $400 seems like a great deal.
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Originally Posted by RichC2
Where are you purchasing from? I purchased a remanufactured PS3 from DealADeal.com (who also does auctions) and since it was refurbished by Sony came with a 90 day warranty. I would assume the Best Buy Outlet auctions on eBay do as well... so it all depends on where you're getting it from. I think $350 shipped or so is a nice solid figure for a refurb'd 60gb PS3. Though if you're really concerned, you could try getting a squaretrade.com warranty on it (~ $40 a year (-50% for each additional year) for refurb/used items at around $300)
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I went with a used 20GB off ebay for $320 about 7-8 months ago. Since PS3s appear to be fairly reliable at this time I wasn't too worried about warranty. I don't ever get extended warranties for anything. Except my 360. Which of course is almost a year old and no RROD.
PS2 BC is very important to me. I don't even have any PS3 games yet (I had Warhawk briefly), my PS3 is a blu-ray / PS2 /PS1 box.
PS2 BC is very important to me. I don't even have any PS3 games yet (I had Warhawk briefly), my PS3 is a blu-ray / PS2 /PS1 box.
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Thanks everybody for your help.
I have a 60gb PS3 on its way for a little under $350 (after tax and shipping). Apparently there are only some fine scratches on it but it comes with all the cables and manuals. Just hoping now that it will all work and maybe just maybe comes with the box and upc.
I have a 60gb PS3 on its way for a little under $350 (after tax and shipping). Apparently there are only some fine scratches on it but it comes with all the cables and manuals. Just hoping now that it will all work and maybe just maybe comes with the box and upc.
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The thing that most people never consider is that if your PS3 fails entirely (eg. logic board or something) then it will most likely be replaced by Sony with a non BC model. Luckily the failure rate for the PS3 seems really low, but you shouldn't necessarily expect to count on the BC of your PS3 indefinitely.
Anyway, sounds like you got quite a good deal on the 60G.
Anyway, sounds like you got quite a good deal on the 60G.
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My 60 gb PS3 lasted about 4 months before the Blu-ray drive broke. Sony's customer support really sucks. Even though the PS3 was obviously less than a year old, they failed to honor the warranty and said I had to pay them $150 to get it fixed. I ended up selling it on ebay and buying a new 40 gb PS3. I have a 2 year warranty with the new one through my credit card, so I don't have to worry about Sony's "customer service." I'm still ticked off at Sony. I usually don't recommend getting extended warranties, but with the way Sony operates, I would recommend getting one for this machine.
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the 80gb is software BC and doesn't support all PS2 games, I'd say it does about 85 - 90% flawlessly, though.
the 60gb is hardware BC and supports all PS2 games (sans accessory-based ones due to problems with the PS2 -> USB converter, but the software works fine). Best PS3 out there, though it appears to run a little hotter than the 40gb and 80gb.
the 20gb is hardware BC and supports all PS2 games (same limitation as the 60gb), no wifi though and missing some card reader options.
the 40gb has no PS2 BC at all.
the 60gb is hardware BC and supports all PS2 games (sans accessory-based ones due to problems with the PS2 -> USB converter, but the software works fine). Best PS3 out there, though it appears to run a little hotter than the 40gb and 80gb.
the 20gb is hardware BC and supports all PS2 games (same limitation as the 60gb), no wifi though and missing some card reader options.
the 40gb has no PS2 BC at all.
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Originally Posted by PixyJunket
If you want a Blu-Ray player only, grab the 40GB. If you want PS2 support I would really suggest the 60GB. There's no need to spend the extra $100 to have crippled functionality and Motorstorm will be $20 or less in no time if you really wanted that.
Thanks again for everyone's help. (I also have the Simpsons game on the way to play as well as Sunshine to watch, both of which I'm excited about.)
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Originally Posted by TLwizard
Now that Best Buy is honoring the 20% coupon on the PS3, I could get a new 80gb for roughly the same price I spent on the 60gb. Is the "brand new" factor, reduction in heat output (from what I've read), and guarantee of 5 free blu-rays worth the switch from hardware BC to software BC?
Thanks again for everyone's help. (I also have the Simpsons game on the way to play as well as Sunshine to watch, both of which I'm excited about.)
Thanks again for everyone's help. (I also have the Simpsons game on the way to play as well as Sunshine to watch, both of which I'm excited about.)
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Picked up a brand new 60GB from a Gamerush this weekend. I suggest you call up stores around you to see if they have any left. I had to travel to the next town over to pick mine up but for the Emotion Engine chip for backward compatibility plus a new console warranty I felt it was worth it.
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Picked up a brand new 60GB from a Gamerush this weekend. I suggest you call up stores around you to see if they have any left. I had to travel to the next town over to pick mine up but for the Emotion Engine chip for backward compatibility plus a new console warranty I felt it was worth it.
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Sticker price was $449 but I took several PSP and DS games to trade in to lower that cost.
Still cheaper than the 80GB and full backwards compat. I can do without motorstorm.
Still cheaper than the 80GB and full backwards compat. I can do without motorstorm.