Used PlayStation Portal Now $149.88 on Amazon: New Price Drop

The PlayStation Portal has never been discounted, but savvy shoppers can still snag a deal on a used unit. Amazon Resale, formerly known as Amazon Warehouse, currently offers the PlayStation Portal in Used: Like New condition for just $149.88, including shipping. This is a significant 25% off the original retail price of $199. While a Sony warranty may not be included, these items are covered by Amazon's standard 30-day return policy, the same as for new products. Given the popularity, we anticipate these units will sell out quickly.

PlayStation Portal (Used: Like New) for $149.88

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Used (Like New)### Playstation Portal

$199.99 save 25%$149.88 at AmazonUsed: Like New Condition

Looks and functions as if it were new. Moderate packing damage observed during inspection.

The PlayStation Portal is Sony's innovative handheld gaming accessory designed for the PS5 console. It resembles an extended split-pad DualSense controller with an 8-inch 1080p LCD screen integrated in the center. This device transforms your PS5 into a portable gaming system, allowing you to stream games from your console at up to 60fps. It retains all the beloved features of the DualSense, including haptic feedback, adaptive triggers, and a touchscreen that substitutes for the touchpad. While the Portal can stream games even when you're away from home, it requires a very stable and fast internet connection. It's important to note that the PS Portal is not a standalone device; it is strictly a remote player for the PlayStation 5, meaning you will need a PS5 to utilize it.

In a recent update, Sony has expanded the functionality of the PS Portal. Now, you no longer need a PS5 to enjoy gaming on the Portal. With the introduction of a new feature, users can stream games directly from Sony's PlayStation Now cloud streaming service. This means Portal owners can connect either to their PS5 or directly to Sony’s cloud servers, thanks to new quality of life beta updates launched in April. Opting for the cloud streaming option grants access to a library of over 120 games, including titles like Ghost of Tsushima, Resident Evil 3 Remake, The Last of Us Part 1 Remastered, and Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales. Keep in mind, however, that you must subscribe to the highest tier of PlayStation Plus to utilize this feature, which costs $18 per month—a more affordable alternative to buying a PS5 and additional games.

While the PlayStation Portal is an excellent solution for streaming PS5 games over Wi-Fi within your home, it's not the only option. You can achieve similar functionality by downloading the PS Remote Play app on various mobile devices, including other gaming handhelds like the Steam Deck. However, setting this up can be more complex, and you'll miss out on some of the DualSense's unique features.

PlayStation Portal Review by Seth Macy

"The PlayStation Portal is the most surprising device I've ever come away from loving after going in loaded with skepticism. It's such a better experience than using your phone with a slap-on controller, and it works so much better than I was anticipating. I really love the freedom it gives me to play my PS5 from anywhere with decent WiFi coverage, especially when the rest of my family was using the TV to (somewhat ironically) play the Switch. Bearing in mind that it’s in no way a stand-alone device and 100% requires a PlayStation 5 to function at all, the biggest things keeping the Portal from being a truly amazing device are its current lack of a way to access WiFi that requires a web browser to log in, and its lack of Bluetooth support for audio. For now, it's a great device that represents the best current solution for PlayStation Remote Play, and if it weren't for those two baffling caveats, I'd call this a must-own device for every PS5 owner who enjoys playing games on handheld – or has to compete for the household TV."