Sony PSP 3000 (PlayStation Portable)

Sony PSP 3000 (PlayStation Portable)
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alaScore 88

1065 reviews

May, 2013

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 1065 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the value for money and design. The portability and game selection are also mentioned favorably.

connectivity, game selection, portability, design, value for money

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Game Consoles the Sony PSP 3000 (PlayStation Portable) is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 88/100 = Very good quality.

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Sony PSP 3000

 

Disastrous proprietary Universal Media Disc (UMD) format and haphazard software selection aside, we thought that the original PlayStation Portable was pretty terrific, what with its big, sharp LCD screen and noteworthy multimedia prowess. The handheld...

Gorgeous new screen; built-in microphone; ongoing firmware updates

Light on major enhancements; still no keyboard; not worth upgrading if you already own one

One of the best handheld gaming systems on the market...

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Sony PSP 3000 Assassin's Creed Pack (White)

 

Editor's note (June 2, 2009): Sony has announced a new, smaller PSP model called the PSP Go. However, the PSP-3000 reviewed here will continue to be sold alongside the more expensive PSP Go once it becomes available in October 2009.

Light, slim enclosure; screen offers better color reproduction than that of earlier PSP models; improved AV output for video and game playback on TVs; built-in Skype with onboard microphone; retains all of the impressive media and online features of...

Despite improvements, problems and annoyances remain: screen exhibits noticeable jaggies and scanlines during high-motion video and gaming sequences; UMD load times still poky compared with DS games; screen isn't glare-free, and is still a magnet for...

While there's probably not enough to get owners of previous the PSP to upgrade, newcomers will find the PSP-3000 to be a solid portable gaming and multimedia device.

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Hand held system for serious gamers

 

When it comes to hand held video game systems, reviewers say the Sony PSP-3000 is the best bet for serious gamers, because it offers more realistic graphics and a larger game library than the Nintendo DSi (*Est. $150). The Sony PSP-3000 includes a...

Large, 4.3-inch LCD display, built-in Wi-Fi and Skype, good graphics and game selection

Interlacing artifacts on the screen

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Sony PSP-3000 Review

 

Nearly three years after its original release, the PSP is still going strong. Nearly each month this year the handheld system has been showing remarka...

When it comes to the PSP-3000's screen, we can honestly say that we prefer that of its predecessor in nearly every capacity. We'll gladly take slightly more muted colors in exchange for more naturalistic, balanced representation. Especially when paired...

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PSP 3000

 

The PSP 3000 is an improvement on the earlier PSP models. It has a better screen resolution – you can easily view the remarkable graphics at day and night. While we would have liked to have seen this device off the touch screen option, the innovative...

This handheld gaming console is a great blend of portability, outstanding game selection and graphics

There is no camera and no photo editing options with this device

We recommend this gaming console for its gaming features instead of its additional options.

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PSP-3000

 

Sony has pulled out all the stops with the PSP-3000.

In July, Sony revealed the PSP-3000 at the 2008 Leipzig Games Convention in Germany, and the new handheld looks to build on the success of the slimmed-down PSP-2000 that was announced just under a year ago. This annual update has proved to be the...

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Sony PSP 3000 – better graphics than competition

 

More than 5000 units had been sold of Sony PSP 3000 in 2005. To revise its success, Sony had launched the PSP 2000 in 2007 with few tweaks, slim profile, and ability to output to TV directly. Now, the company has come back with Sony PSP 3000 with...

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MORE BETTER THAN ORIGINAL PSP

 

other than those cons, the psp 3000 is still a great gaming portable,but the PS VITA is really gonna kick a..

T.V output, built in mic,faster,slimmer, digital downloads/umd discs

need to get seperate camera ,no youtube ,fingerprint magnet screen, battery

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"AWESOME FEEL, GREAT PEFORMENCE,NOT TOO PRICEY"

 

ADDICTIVE GAMES, CAN WATCH MOVIES AND LISTEN TO MUSIC

NO SECOND ANALOG STICK

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"The PSP 3000 is one of the better Mobile game systems."

 

So, the PSP3000 is the better PSP on the mark... 

So, the PSP comes with a few great options, and these all work quite well for the user. 1. It has a great LCD screen that does not get any glare from my use of it. It plays games very well, with the best graphics in the world of mobile game systems

Although it comes with a better LCD screen, it does get finger prints easily and without a long wait. It also has very long load times that are a big pain. Hands will cramp during gameplay

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Product Specifications

Travel to seven amazing locations around the world and customize your concerts. Design each performance including stage sets, song lists and performers. Create a custom show in each city you visit and rock the stage for your fans with the PlayStation Portable Hannah Montana limited edition bundle. This entertainment pack comes with a Lilac PSP, Hannah Montana: Rock Out the Show UMD game, Hannah Montana UMD video, PSP vinyl stickers, 2GB Memory Stick PRO Duo media card, AC power cord, AC adaptor and battery pack. The PSP in this bundle is the PSP-3000 which boasts an enhanced screen and built-in microphone. You can also connect to the Internet, watch live TV and communicate with Skype. Additional features include 64 MB of internal system memory, a dedicated PSP CPU running at up to 333MHz, 4.3" LCD screen with a 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio, 480 x 272 pixel resolution, and 16.7 million colors for graphics that come alive on the screen.

Audio Output

Sound Output Mode:Stereo

Dimensions & Weight

Depth:0.7in
Height:2.8in/2.9in
Weight:6.7oz
Width:6.7in

Display (Projector)

Color Support:24-bit (16.7 million colors)
Color Support:24-bit (16.7 million colors)
Diagonal Size:4.3in
Diagonal Size (metric):10.9cm
Output Type:Color
Technology:TFT active matrix
Type:LCD display

Game Console

Color Support:Color
Form Factor:Handheld
Name:Sony PlayStation Portable (PSP) 3000 series
Type:Handheld game console/Handheld game system/Handheld game system / Handheld game console

Header

Manufacturer:Sony
Model:3000/3000 4GB Memory Entertainment Pack/3000 Hannah Montana Bundle/3000 Ratchet and Clank Limited Edition Bundle/3000 Rock Band Unplugged Limited Edition Bundle/Gran Turismo Bundle/Limited Edition Assassins Creed Entertainment Pack / Limited Edition Assassin's Creed Entertainment Pack
Packaged Quantity:1
Product Line:Sony PSP

Input Device

Type:Game pad

Miscellaneous

Color:Lilac/Mystic silver/Piano black/Silver

RAM

Installed Size:64MB
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