| Feature | PlayStation 4 | Xbox One | Wii U |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $399.99 | $499.99 | $349.99 / 299.99 |
| Release Date | US: 11.15.2013 EU: 11.29.2013 | 11.22.2013 | 11.18.2012 |
| Optical Drive | Blu-ray/DVD | Blu-ray/DVD | 25GB Optical Disc (Proprietary) |
| Game DVR | Yes, PS+ subscription not required | Yes, with subscription to Xbox Live Gold | No |
| RAM | 8GB GDDR5 | 8GB DDR3 | 2GB DDR3 |
| CPU | Single-chip x86 AMD "Jaguar" processor, 8 cores | 8 Core Microsoft custom CPU | Tri-Core PowerPC "Espresso" CPU |
| GPU | AMD Radeon Graphics Core Next engine w/ 1152 shaders | 853 MHz AMD Radeon GPU w/ 768 shaders | AMD "Latte" 550 MHz GPU w/ 320 shaders |
| Peak GPU Shader Throughput | 1.84 TeraFLOPS/s | 1.31 TeraFLOPS/s (estimate) | 0.352 TeraFLOPS/s |
| Storage | 500 GB 5400 RPM SATA II hard drive | 500 GB Hard Drive | 8GB or 32GB Flash |
| External Storage | No | Yes, USB | Yes, USB |
| Removable Hard Drive | Yes, must be at least 160 GB, thinner than 9.5mm | No | No |
| Cloud Storage | Yes | Yes | No |
| Play As You Download | Yes | Yes | No |
| Remote Download | Yes | Yes | No |
| Account Access from Multiple Consoles | Yes | Yes | No |
| Mandatory Game Installs | No | Yes | No |
| Required Internet Connection | No | No, but required for mandatory day one update. | No |
| Used Game Fee | No | No | No |
| Digital game sharing or gifting | No | No | No |
| Feature | PlayStation 4 | Xbox One | Wii U |
| Backwards Compatibility | None | None | Yes, Wii |
| Cross Game Chat | Yes | Yes | No |
| Controllers | DualShock 4 (included) | Xbox One Wireless Controller(included) | Wii U GamePad (included), Wii Remote + Nunchuk (sold separately), Pro Controller (sold separately) |
| Controller Batteries | Rechargable (built-in) | AA (2). Rechargable battery packs (sold separately) | GP & Pro: Rechargable (built-in). Wii Remote: AA (2). |
| Motion Control | DualShock 4, PlayStation 4 Eye (not included), PlayStation Move (not included) | Kinect 2 | Wii Remote (sold separately), Wii U GamePad (included) |
| Second Screen | Vita (not included) Playstation App | SmartGlass (devices not included) | Wii U GamePad (included) |
| Voice Commands | Yes (scope, TBA) | Yes | No |
| Subscription Service | PlayStation Plus | Xbox Live | No |
| USB | USB 3.0 (2 ports) | USB 3.0 (3 ports) | USB 2.0 (4 ports) |
| Live Streaming | Yes | Yes | No |
| Reputation Preservation | Trophies will be ported | Achievements will be ported | N/A |
| Web Connection | Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi | Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4 & 5Ghz) | Gigabit IEEE 802.11 b/g/n dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4 & 5Ghz, LAN via USB dongle |
| BlueTooth | Bluetooth 2.1 (EDR) | No* | Bluetooth 4.0 |
| Wi-Fi Direct (for Device Connection) | No | Yes | Yes (for GamePad video streaming) |
| A/V Hookups | HDMI output (4K Support ) Optical output | HDMI input and output (4K support), Optical output | HDMI out, Component/ Composite out |
| IR | No | IR out, IR Blaster (Kinect) | IR Transceiver (GamePad) |
| Power Supply (PSU) | Internal | External (power brick) | External (power bricks) |
| Near Field Communication (NFC) | No | No | Yes (GamePad) |
| Region Locked | No | No | Yes |
*Confirmed to IGN by a Microsoft representative.
Online Feature Comparison Chart
| Online Services | PlayStation 4 | Xbox One | Wii U |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online Game Play | Paid Access Via PS+ Subscription | Paid Access Via Xbox Live Gold Subscription | Free |
| Netflix | Free Access to Application | Paid Access to Application Via Xbox Live Gold Subscription* | Free Access to Application |
| HBO Go | None | TBA | None |
| Skype | Possible | Paid Access to Application Via Xbox Live Gold Subscription | None |
| ESPN | None | TBA | None |
| Hulu Plus | Free Access to Application | Paid Access to Application Via Xbox Live Gold Subscription* | Free Access to Application |
| IGN App | Yes | TBA | TBA |
| Game DVR | Free Access to Application | Paid Access to Application Via Xbox Live Gold Subscription | None |
| Streaming Game Video | Free Access to Application | TBA | None |
| Web Browser | Yes | Paid Access to Application Via Xbox Live Gold Subscription | Free Access to Application |
| NFL Application | None | Paid Access to Application Via Xbox Live Gold Subscription | None |
*Based on current Xbox Live Gold requirements
Console Bundle Comparison Chart
This chart compares the physical contents of the launch day bundles of the PlayStation 4, Xbox One and Wii U. Other console comparison features are outlined above.
| Feature | PlayStation 4 | Xbox One | Wii U |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pack-In Game | Playroom (Requires PlayStation Eye, sold seperately) | None | Nintendo Land(included inDeluxe bundle) |
| Controllers | DualShock 4 Wireless Controller | Xbox One Controller,Kinect | Wii U GamePad |
| Headset | Wired Mono Earbud | Wired Mono Headset | Not included |
| AV Cables | HDMI Cable (2.0m) | HDMI Cable (Cat2) | HDMI Cable |
| Charging Cables | USB Charging Cable | Not included | Wii U GamePad Charging Cable |
| Camera | Not included | Kinect | Wii U GamePad Camera |
| Trial Subscription | All PS4 owners get 30 days of PS+ | All Xbox One owners get 14 days of free Xbox Live | N/A |
| Colors | Black | Black | Black, White |
The PlayStation's online services (PS3) did not match the xbox360's online services. The xbox however could not match the PS3'S sheer power. The Wii could not beat ether of these in two in any of the given examples, although the Wii's games and the way Nintendo marketed it made it sell billions due to the fact they aimed it at families.
The PS4'S online services match perfectly with the xbox1's services but the Wii u's online services are the best due to it being free to use, as for performance the PS4 seems to be slightly ahead of the xbox and much better the the Wii u. The PS4 has out sold the Wii u and xbox and the Wii u has outsold the xbox, leaving the xbox in last place. An example of the PlayStation's superior power would be it's cpu and graphics card in comparison to the xbox's. The ps4 has a x86 AMD 8 core where the xbox has a standard 8 core. The ps4 an AMD with 1152 shaders and the xbox has only 768 shaders. The RAM on the ps4 also beats the xbox because it has 8GB of DDR5 where the xbox has 8GB of DDR3.
The PS4'S online services match perfectly with the xbox1's services but the Wii u's online services are the best due to it being free to use, as for performance the PS4 seems to be slightly ahead of the xbox and much better the the Wii u. The PS4 has out sold the Wii u and xbox and the Wii u has outsold the xbox, leaving the xbox in last place. An example of the PlayStation's superior power would be it's cpu and graphics card in comparison to the xbox's. The ps4 has a x86 AMD 8 core where the xbox has a standard 8 core. The ps4 an AMD with 1152 shaders and the xbox has only 768 shaders. The RAM on the ps4 also beats the xbox because it has 8GB of DDR5 where the xbox has 8GB of DDR3.
The Wii doesn't match up to the others in any field and example would be comparing it's CPU and GPU to the other consoles, it's CPU is only a tri core compared to 8 cores. It's GPU only has 320 shaders compared to 1152 and 768. The Wii's RAM is only 2GB of DDR3 nothing in comparison to 8.GB of DDR5 and 8GB of DDR3.
Nvidia Shield vs. PlayStation Vita
Both the vita and the shield are positioned as dedicated gaming machines, but they employ completely different platforms.
As for the hardware, the Shield wins. Nvidia's machine has a faster SoC, more memory, and a bigger battery. Both devices sport five-inch screens. But the Shield sports a 1280x720 LCD, whereas the Vita’s native resolution is 960x544. Both come equipped with touchscreens, though the PS Vita adds a track pad on the back. The Shield also includes analog triggers and clickable analog sticks.
The PS Vita comes from a hardcore gaming background, so you’re going to find specific titles that you can't purchase through Google Play. For example Uncharted, Persona 4, and Little Big Planet in that category. If you’re more into casual titles, you’ll find plenty in Google’s store, and at much lower prices. PS Vita games cost upwards of £30 each, and even the same game on both platforms usually costs more for the Sony machine. As an example, Plants vs. Zombies sells for £6 on the PlayStation Store and just around £0.99 on Google Play.
Enthusiasts looking for a more serious experience are going to find it on the PS Vita. Need for Speed: Most Wanted is available for Android and the PS Vita, but the latter approximates the version we love on PC and consoles. There’s still a big price disparity (you pay around £20 from Amazon for PS Vita and £4 on Google Play).
The PS Vita offers a feature called Remote Play, analogous to what the Shield can do when it’s paired to a GeForce GTX 650 or higher. Remote Play tasks a PS3 with rendering a game, while the PS Vita displays a video output stream and sends controller input. This feature is used infrequently today, but Sony is making it mandatory for developers making games for the PS4.
The PS Vita offers a feature called Remote Play, analogous to what the Shield can do when it’s paired to a GeForce GTX 650 or higher. Remote Play tasks a PS3 with rendering a game, while the PS Vita displays a video output stream and sends controller input. This feature is used infrequently today, but Sony is making it mandatory for developers making games for the PS4.
As far as media streaming goes, both platforms support Netflix. The PS Vita still doesn’t have a Hulu Plus app, though (despite its promise more than a year ago). A higher-resolution screen and better speakers make the Shield a better device for content consumption. You can get a PS Vita with 3G connectivity for £130.
Deciding between the two platforms is really a matter of taste. The PS Vita retails for £150, which is cheaper than the Shield.
Nvidia Shield vs. Nintendo 3DS
It’s even harder to compare Shield and Nintendo’s 3DS. For one, the technical differences get even more obscure. The 3DS has two screens, the top one delivering a glasses-free stereo picture at 800×240 (that’s 400×240 per eye), while the bottom offers a resistive touchscreen at 320x240. Combing 3D and a stylus-based touch experience, gaming on the 3DS is unlike any other platform.
The pricing difference are also significant enough that both handhelds appeal to separate markets. Nintendo’s 3DS retails for £120, while the 3DS XL (armed with larger screens, but no additional resolution) sells at £150.
You can access the Netflix app for the 3DS, though its Hulu Plus implementation still isn’t available, similar to Sony’s PlayStation Vita. Based on resolution alone, Nvidia’s Shield gets the nod for streaming video content. Unfortunately, the 3D content available on Netflix doesn’t play back in stereo on the 3DS, which would have been a big advantage favoring the Nintendo handheld. Unlike the Shield and PS Vita, the 3DS doesn’t offer any functionality to stream game content from a PC or console.
Dimensions
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Graphics
RAM
Storage
Wireless
Battery
Cameras
Backwards Compatibility
Intangibles
The Vita has a touchpad on its backside. Though this may not sound like a mind-blowing feature, it provides yet another tool for developers to involve you in their games. It’s placed so that your fingers will be resting near it anyway, so it can provide extra controls for more complex titles.
Summing up
In many ways, these devices are targeted at different audiences. Nintendo has always been favored by young children and the 3DS will have a library to match but it isn’t limited to kids. Any adult game lover can be swept away by the brilliance of Ocarina of Time 3D and Super Mario 3D Land. Nintendo will need to keep producing games like that in order for its device to avoid becoming a mere novelty.
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