{"product_id":"sony-psp","title":"Sony PSP","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel stronger enable-updated-hr-color\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_60ca62007f0ed711\" aria-live=\"polite\" aria-busy=\"false\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel enable-luminous-fast-follows enable-updated-hr-color stronger\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_0702ea3f4ebe1bf0\" aria-busy=\"false\" aria-live=\"polite\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eSony PSP Technical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eYear of Release:\u003c\/b\u003e 2004 (Japan), 2005 (Worldwide)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eScreen:\u003c\/b\u003e 4.3-inch TFT LCD display, 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio, 480 x 272 pixel resolution (16.77 million colors)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProcessor:\u003c\/b\u003e Custom MIPS R4000-based Allegrex CPU (configurable from 1 to 333 MHz)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRAM:\u003c\/b\u003e 32MB main memory (64MB in PSP-2000, 3000, and Go), 4MB embedded VRAM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStorage:\u003c\/b\u003e No internal flash storage for user data on standard models (expandable via Memory Stick Duo slot; PSP Go features 16GB internal flash storage)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMedia Drive:\u003c\/b\u003e Proprietary UMD (Universal Media Disc) drive, 1.8GB capacity (ditched on PSP Go)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBattery:\u003c\/b\u003e 1800 mAh removable lithium-ion battery (approx. 3 to 6 hours of gameplay depending on brightness and UMD usage; upgraded\/changed in later revisions)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eConnectivity:\u003c\/b\u003e Wi-Fi 802.11b, USB 2.0 (Mini-B), Infrared (IR) port (removed on later models), Stereo speakers, 3.5mm headphone jack\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eDesign\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eThe Sony PSP features a premium, sleek slab form factor built around its massive central widescreen display. The original handheld device uses a high-gloss polycarbonate finish that emphasizes a modern, high-tech aesthetic. The lower section of the face houses a responsive digital D-pad on the left, Sony’s signature geometric action buttons on the right, and a dedicated analog \"Circle Pad\" nub underneath the D-pad for precise 3D movement. The top edge includes physical left and right shoulder buttons alongside the latched door for loading UMD cartridges. At approximately 280 grams, the original console carries a substantial, solid weight that balances comfortably in two hands during extended play sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eDisplays\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eThe primary display is a high-resolution 4.3-inch transreflective TFT LCD panel that sets a benchmark for visual fidelity in mobile gaming. Operating at a native widescreen resolution of 480 x 272 pixels, it delivers crisp line work and vibrant 24-bit color reproduction. The screen features four distinct levels of brightness adjustment to adapt to changing ambient light conditions. This large visual footprint allows complex user interfaces, expansive field-of-view tracking, and multimedia playback to remain perfectly legible, entirely contrasting the smaller, square screens of contemporary handheld competitors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003ePerformance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eThe internal architecture relies on a specialized MIPS R4000 32-bit core alongside a dedicated Media Engine and a high-performance Graphics Core running at 166 MHz. This custom hardware setup achieves hardware-accelerated transform and lighting (T\u0026amp;L), custom texture mapping, and complex surface clipping. The system memory architecture allows the console to render complex, console-quality 3D polygons and high-fidelity environments in real time. Wireless infrastructure allows for both ad-hoc local matchmaking with nearby units and infrastructure-mode connections to standard wireless access points for internet browsing and network multiplayer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eBattery and Charging\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eThe hardware is powered by a high-capacity 1800 mAh removable lithium-ion battery pack designed to handle the simultaneous demands of the backlit LCD panel and the physical spinning laser assembly of the UMD drive. Continuous gameplay utilizing physical media yields between 3 and 6 hours of continuous operation. Charging the device from 0% to 100% capacity requires roughly 2.5 hours via the barrel-style yellow DC 5V charging port situated on the bottom right corner of the chassis, or alternatively via mini-USB when connected to a computer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eMedia and Software\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eThe physical software ecosystem centers around the proprietary Universal Media Disc (UMD), a miniature optical cartridge that securely stores games, full-length feature films, and music videos. The device acts as a comprehensive multimedia hub, capable of reading digital audio (MP3, ATRAC), photos (JPEG), and video files (MPEG-4) stored directly on an external Memory Stick Duo. The operating system uses Sony's fluid XMB (XrossMediaBar) user interface for navigation, featuring passive system features like game sharing (Game Sharing protocol), web browsing, and remote connectivity to link the system as an external display or media controller for the PlayStation 3.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sony","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ Fair","offer_id":56319325372795,"sku":"SONYPSPBLACK-POOR","price":89.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ Very Good","offer_id":56319325405563,"sku":"SONYPSPBLACK-VERYGOOD","price":109.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Black \/ Premium Refurbished","offer_id":56319325438331,"sku":"SONYPSPBLACK-REFURB","price":189.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/2847\/8121\/files\/sony-psp-5223387.jpg?v=1782924673","url":"https:\/\/refurb-phone.com\/products\/sony-psp","provider":"RefurbPhone ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}