The PlayStation Portal has maintained its original retail price since launch, never receiving discounts - even during PlayStation's recent Days of Play sale. However, Amazon Resale currently offers significant savings on refurbished units, dropping the "Used: Like New" model below $150 to just $148.81 with free shipping. Compared to the standard $200 price tag, that's a 26% saving. While Sony's manufacturer warranty may not apply, Amazon Resale provides its standard 30-day return policy.
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Sony's PlayStation Portal transforms your PS5 into a handheld device, combining DualSense controller technology with an 8-inch 1080p LCD display. This innovative accessory streams games from your console at smooth 60fps while preserving core DualSense features like haptic feedback and adaptive triggers. The center-mounted touchscreen replaces the traditional touchpad functionality. While capable of remote play beyond your home network, optimal performance demands an exceptionally stable high-speed internet connection. Importantly, the Portal serves exclusively as a PS5 remote player - console ownership remains mandatory.
Recent updates have expanded the Portal's capabilities beyond PS5 streaming. Sony now enables direct gameplay streaming from PlayStation Now cloud servers (with April's beta updates enhancing performance), granting access to over 120 titles including Ghost of Tsushima and Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales without requiring a physical console. Note this feature requires PlayStation Plus Premium membership at $18/month - considerably more cost-effective than purchasing games individually.
Alternatives exist for streaming PS5 games via Wi-Fi, such as using the PS Remote Play app on mobile devices or third-party handhelds like Steam Deck. However, these solutions involve more complex setups and lack native DualSense controller functionality.
PlayStation Portal Review by Seth Macy
"Against my initial skepticism, the PlayStation Portal has become my most unexpectedly beloved gaming accessory. It delivers a vastly superior experience compared to phone-and-controller setups, exceeding performance expectations. The freedom to play PS5 games anywhere with stable WiFi proves invaluable - especially when my family occupies the TV for Nintendo Switch. While impossible to use without a PS5, two notable limitations prevent absolute perfection: inability to connect to WiFi networks requiring browser authentication and lack of Bluetooth audio support. Despite these puzzling omissions, it remains the ultimate Remote Play solution for PS5 owners who value handheld gaming or need TV access flexibility."
