PS4 or PS4 slim from CEX?

mrlee

My question is as the title. We have saved up £180 of vouchers for CEX to get one of the kids a PS4 for Christmas. I know they have the 2 year warranty from there but I was thinking the best bet would be the slim as it's only been out for a few months (@£205)
The standard console is £160~£170 but I'm a bit concerned I could end up with one of the earliest consoles that has 3 years of hard use.

Are there any other advantages to the slim apart from the size? Has anyone had to use the CEX warranty - is it as good as it sounds?

Thanks in advance,
Lee

misiek404

PS4 slim is more energy efficient and quieter than the original. No processing power hardware changes.
I'd suggest the slim as it's like you said. You'll get a new/almost new console.

CEX nearby me is fine. Never had to use their warranty, but based on very good customer service, I can't imagine any problems with it when claiming.

donnajunkie

If you use surround sound you may find it hard with the slim because it does not have an optical out. Not bothered about surround sound then get the slim. It is less of a risk but second hand is always a risk. It's a shame you are tied to cex because at grainger games a PS4 slim 1tb with 3 games is £248.99 I believe.