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YouTuber DIY Perks Creates Portable PlayStation 5 'Tablet'

Despite its large size and need for an external power supply, the device demonstrates the potential for high-performance gaming on the go.

  • YouTuber DIY Perks has created a portable PlayStation 5 'tablet' using the console's smaller motherboard, a custom cooling solution, and a 4K OLED screen salvaged from a damaged Alienware gaming laptop.
  • The device, while significantly smaller than the original PS5 console, is still quite large and requires an external power supply due to its high power consumption.
  • Despite its size, the 'tablet' is portable enough to fit into a backpack and functions perfectly on a countertop, potentially increasing the number of places where users can enjoy high-end games.
  • The creation process involved significant technical expertise, including 3D printing, copper piping for heat distribution, and nickel electroplating for the main copper CPU block.
  • Although the device is currently just a hobbyist project, its creation demonstrates the potential for a truly portable, high-performance gaming console.
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