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PS5 vs PS5 Digital Edition: which is the better buy?
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Sony offers two distinct PlayStation 5 hardware configurations based on physical media compatibility. Decision-makers should evaluate procurement based on specific user requirements for physical disc libraries versus digital-only software distribution.
- 01Standard PlayStation 5 units include an integrated disc drive for physical media and Blu-ray playback
- 02Digital Edition hardware relies exclusively on internet-based software downloads and streaming services
- 03Selection depends on existing physical media collections and intended secondary use cases for the hardware
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The PS5 has both disc-based and digital-only consoles; the right one for you depends on how you play your games and what else you use the console for.