A gaming console is a device exclusively used to play different games by connecting it to a television or monitor.
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A gaming console is a device exclusively used to play different games by connecting it to a television or monitor. They are user-friendly devices optimized for gaming. They offer you to set back and enjoy your game. There are two types of consoles: home consoles connected to a television and handheld consoles with built-in screens inside a controller.
PC vs. Console:
PC or a console, which one is the best?
PCs are built for different types of processing; however, a console's hardware is specifically made for gaming only; they are also less expensive than a gaming pc. There are also some other options to do besides gaming, like Youtube contents, Music streaming, etc. But as compared to PC, consoles are not much functional. Unlike a PC, a console has a user-friendly operating system that can’t be changed. In PCs, you can upgrade many things, including specs; for the consoles it is different, you can only upgrade the hard drive for storage.
Major Console Brands:
Some of the leading console manufacturers are:
● Sony
● Microsoft
● Nintendo
SONY:
The PlayStation is a series developed by Sony Interactive Entertainment, released in 1994. It has developed five major gaming consoles. The most famous one is the PS2, released in 2000 and sold almost 155 million dollars worth of copies. After that, PS4 was the most famous one, which was released in 2013 and sold a total of 117.2 million dollars worth of copies. Sony PlayStations are known for their next-gen technology: graphics and gaming experience, the new Sony PlayStation 5 is the most powerful console ever. They are also known for their exclusive, famous, and strong gaming library like The Last of Us series, Uncharted, Spiderman, and many others.
Microsoft:
Microsoft first developed and released a console in 2001 known as Xbox. Over time it evolved and introduced new consoles that became major hits. They have launched seven major models of consoles, which are Xbox 360, Xbox One, Xbox One S, and Xbox One X, Xbox series X. Xbox 360 is the most famous model of the Xbox series, which went up against PC3 and sold over 30 million dollars worth on units. Xbox 360 is famous for Xbox Live, which is a Microsoft service for online multiplayer games. Xbox also has a vast number of exclusive gaming libraries, some of which are the Halo series, Forza Horizon, Sea of Thieves, etc.
Nintendo:
Nintendo is another famous console brand. They are known for both home consoles like PlayStation and handheld consoles. They were among the first brands that started the manufacture of consoles. They are not as powerful as Xbox and PlayStation, but many games can be played on them. Throughout history, they’ve released a lot of famous consoles like Nintendo Entertainment System (NES), Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES), Nintendo 64, GameCube, Wii, Wii U, and the latest hybrid console, the Nintendo Switch. In 1989 Nintendo released a handheld device known as Game Boy, which was a massive hit. After that, they released many handheld consoles like Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite, and Nintendo Switch OLED. Games exclusive to Nintendo Switch include Xenoblade Chronicles 2, Xenoblade Chronicles 2, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, etc.
Best-selling consoles:
Some of the most sold consoles are:
● PlayStation 2
● Nintendo DS
● Nintendo Switch
● Game Boy
● PlayStation 4
● PlayStation
● Nintendo Wii
PlayStation vs. Xbox:
PlayStation and Xbox engage in fierce competition within the gaming industry. Almost both consoles have the same features in terms of hardware and functionality, but they only depend on the games that are exclusive on both platforms. Although Xbox has a backward compatibility feature, you can play all the previous games on that platform. Both platforms released their new next-gen consoles with remarkable GPU and CPU in November 2020. New Xbox is slightly better in terms of hardware; however, in this new console, Sony adds a new feature known as dual sense, which offers immersive haptic feedback, dynamic adaptive triggers, and a built-in microphone, all integrated into an iconic design. This new feature gives a different gaming experience.
Console Availability and Pricing:
The new-gen consoles have almost the same price of $499, but both are hard to get in some areas. Microsoft is also investing in a VR headset which could be a great evolution in the coming year of the gaming industry.
Specs:
Properties Xbox Series X PS5
Dimensions 15.1 x 15.1 x 30.1 cm 39cm x 26 x 10.4 cm
Weight 9.8 pounds 10.54 pounds
Color Black Black and white
CPU 3.8GHz Custom Zen 2 3.5GHz Custom Zen 2
Ultimately the choice between these merely depends on the user’s gaming preferences and the exclusiveness of a game.
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