PlayStation fans looking to buy the PS5 Digital Edition should act quickly, as Sony is quietly rolling out a revised version of the console in Europe—this time with a smaller 825GB SSD, down from 1TB. Despite the reduction in storage, the console is still being sold at the same retail price.
Sony hasn’t officially announced the change, but reliable leaker billbil-kun previously reported that new stock would soon feature the smaller SSD. So far, only the Digital Edition appears to be affected, while the PS5 Slim with a disc drive retains its 1TB capacity.
YouTuber Austin Evans recently unboxed one of the new 825GB models, revealing subtle design changes likely made to reduce manufacturing and shipping costs. These include smaller internal components, which shave 100 grams off the console’s weight, and a fully matte finish. However, none of these cost-saving adjustments benefit the consumer, as the price remains unchanged.
The updated SSD size is listed on the box, but it’s easy to overlook—especially for online buyers. Sony hasn’t offered a reason for the downgrade, though it's assumed to be a cost-cutting measure.
Retailers in the UK are already discounting the outgoing 1TB Digital Edition stock, hinting that wider availability of the new 825GB model is imminent. IGN has contacted Sony for clarification on a broader global rollout, including availability in the U.S. and Canada.
The stealthy hardware update comes after recent price hikes for the entire PS5 lineup, including a $50 increase in the U.S. Sony cited ongoing economic challenges for the adjustments, mirroring similar moves by competitors like Nintendo.
In short: act fast if you want the better value 1TB model, before it quietly disappears.
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