buying a PS3 soon: how much does the HD capacity matter? - Tilted Forum Project Discussion Community

Zeraph · 02-27-2011, 09:22 AM

You know 160gb vs 320gb?

RogueGypsy · 02-27-2011, 11:56 AM

Got one a couple months ago, they had the PS3 320 with the 'Move' at wally world for $399, so we got it. The 160g without the move goes for $299, the move is $100, so you basically get 160gigs free. That said, if you don't want the Move. You can get the 160gig and if you want more storage, get a 1 or 2 TB external drive for around $100 (costco, Newegg).

The capacity is all about how you use it. It can download or record from hard media; music, movies and games. The games are a little less (about $10) if you download them instead of buying the disc. There are some games you can't buy on disc, like PAIN, which is a 'must have'. Most of the games have down-loadable content (DLC). All of the games record a chunk of info on the drive for faster access as well as downloaded updates for the console and patches for games. You can also down load demo's for most games from the Playstation site.

So in the end:

If it's purely for games 160g is plenty.
If it's for games and music, 320g should be good.
If you're going to use it to record music, movies and download games-use it as a media center. Get what your wallet allows and buy an external drive. Either way, it's expandable.

HTH

WhoaitsZ · 03-12-2011, 01:41 PM

the ps3 is kind of retarded hdd wise. have to install every game and so forth.

If you're like me who plays a game then shelves it 160 is fine. if you juggle a lot of games and wants media kept on it i suggest the 320.

also remember you can buy a cheapass external drive for media. $40 for 300-500g external.

MexicanOnABike · 03-14-2011, 05:01 PM

I never really checked but I don't have much on my 80gb. And I own over 15games.

02-27-2011, 09:22 AM	#1 (permalink)
Zeraph Banned Location: The Cosmos	buying a PS3 soon: how much does the HD capacity matter? You know 160gb vs 320gb?

02-27-2011, 11:56 AM	#2 (permalink)
RogueGypsy Insane Location: The Great NorthWet	Got one a couple months ago, they had the PS3 320 with the 'Move' at wally world for $399, so we got it. The 160g without the move goes for $299, the move is $100, so you basically get 160gigs free. That said, if you don't want the Move. You can get the 160gig and if you want more storage, get a 1 or 2 TB external drive for around $100 (costco, Newegg). The capacity is all about how you use it. It can download or record from hard media; music, movies and games. The games are a little less (about $10) if you download them instead of buying the disc. There are some games you can't buy on disc, like PAIN, which is a 'must have'. Most of the games have down-loadable content (DLC). All of the games record a chunk of info on the drive for faster access as well as downloaded updates for the console and patches for games. You can also down load demo's for most games from the Playstation site. So in the end: If it's purely for games 160g is plenty. If it's for games and music, 320g should be good. If you're going to use it to record music, movies and download games-use it as a media center. Get what your wallet allows and buy an external drive. Either way, it's expandable. HTH __________________ Methods, application and intensity of application vary by the individual. All legal wavers must be signed before 'treatment' begins. Self 'Medicating' is not recommend. However, if necessary, it is best to have an 'assistant' or 'soft landing zone' nearby. Any and all legal issues resulting from improperly applied techniques should be forwarded to: Dewy, Cheatum & Howe, Intercourse, PA 17534. Attn: Anonymous.

03-14-2011, 05:01 PM	#4 (permalink)
MexicanOnABike Location: up north	I never really checked but I don't have much on my 80gb. And I own over 15games. __________________ - Movie Reviews - Ratings-

03-12-2011, 01:41 PM	#3 (permalink)
WhoaitsZ Crazy Location: right behind you...	the ps3 is kind of retarded hdd wise. have to install every game and so forth. If you're like me who plays a game then shelves it 160 is fine. if you juggle a lot of games and wants media kept on it i suggest the 320. also remember you can buy a cheapass external drive for media. $40 for 300-500g external.