80
“The PlayStation Portal is the most ergonomic way to play PS5 games away from the TV, pairing a crisp 8-inch 1080p screen with authentic DualSense haptics and adaptive triggers.”
Publisher score: 8/10 · 36mo ago
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Sony PlayStation Portal
$199 · 8-inch 1080p 60Hz LCD / DualSense haptics & adaptive triggers · 3 years old
80
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Following Sony's cloud-streaming firmware updates and local Wi-Fi optimizations, the PlayStation Portal is the ultimate $199 companion for PS5 owners—combining a big, bright 8-inch 1080p60 screen with full DualSense haptic feedback and adaptive triggers.
Sanjiv Sathiah · Managing Editor
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Most positive review signal
“The PlayStation Portal is the most ergonomic way to play PS5 games away from the TV, pairing a crisp 8-inch 1080p screen with authentic DualSense haptics and adaptive triggers.”
IGN · 80
Most cautious review signal
“A vibrant 8-inch 1080p display and full DualSense haptics make the PlayStation Portal a compelling dedicated Remote Play and cloud streaming handheld.”
Eurogamer · 80
Gaming & tech publication reviews
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The VergeRead review ↗
“Full-size DualSense grips and a gorgeous 8-inch 1080p LCD make the PlayStation Portal far more comfortable and immersive than snapping a mobile controller onto a phone.”
Publisher score: 8/10 · 36mo ago
80
GameSpotRead review ↗
“On a solid home Wi-Fi network or PlayStation Plus Cloud Streaming, the PlayStation Portal delivers low-latency 1080p60 gameplay with zero compromise on DualSense ergonomics.”
Publisher score: 8/10 · 36mo ago
80
EurogamerRead review ↗
“A vibrant 8-inch 1080p display and full DualSense haptics make the PlayStation Portal a compelling dedicated Remote Play and cloud streaming handheld.”
Publisher score: 4/5 · 36mo ago
Additional review coverage
EurogamerCoverage
Sony PlayStation Portal review: Digital Foundry verdict
“A vibrant 8-inch 1080p display and full DualSense haptics make the PlayStation Portal a compelling dedicated Remote Play and cloud streaming handheld.”
Source page · 36mo ago
GameSpotCoverage
Sony PlayStation Portal Review - Remote Control
“On a solid home Wi-Fi network or PlayStation Plus Cloud Streaming, the PlayStation Portal delivers low-latency 1080p60 gameplay with zero compromise on DualSense ergonomics.”
Source page · 36mo ago
The VergeCoverage
Sony PlayStation Portal review: a surprisingly great PS5 companion
“Full-size DualSense grips and a gorgeous 8-inch 1080p LCD make the PlayStation Portal far more comfortable and immersive than snapping a mobile controller onto a phone.”
Source page · 36mo ago
IGNCoverage
Sony PlayStation Portal Review
“The PlayStation Portal is the most ergonomic way to play PS5 games away from the TV, pairing a crisp 8-inch 1080p screen with authentic DualSense haptics and adaptive triggers.”
Source page · 36mo ago
80
Sony PlayStation Portal