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Originally Posted by GHDpro
I'd say get a Slim, unless you need a feature of the old model, like the ability to install Linux (but if you want to try Linux, it's better to just install it on PC as PS3 has limited RAM).
Things the PS3 Slim does not have compared to launch model PS3:
- 2 USB ports (Slim has 2, initially there were 4)
- Memory card reader (External USB reader works fine though)
- Other OS install (ie. Linux)
What the PS3 Slim does have:
- Significant lower power usage
- Quieter
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To me, these seems to be the only comparisons...
Regarding the quiet game loading of the PS3 slim, does it mean that the PS3 original makes lots of noises? Currently, my PS2 does make a lot of noises but it is still acceptable as long as the discs aren't scratch and the games boot up fine while running smoothly.
About installing Linux on the PS3.. Isn't it possible to load a PS2 emulator in Linux enabling the backward-compatibility feature on the PS3 that way?
And, how smooth does the internal memory card reader work? Currently, mine on the laptop causes freeze but external memory card readers work perfectly fine. Generally, I am asking whether the PS3 original has similar issues or not. Thanks!!
