Amazon's Refurbished PlayStation Portal Hits $156.83, Elevates PS5 Gaming

The PlayStation Portal remains at full price, even during the ongoing PlayStation Days of Play sale. However, you can now snag a discount on a refurbished unit. Amazon Resale currently offers a Like-New PS Portal for $156.83 - a 22% saving off the $200 retail price. While Sony's warranty may not apply, these Amazon Resale purchases come with the standard 30-day return policy.

Pro Tip: The product page displays the new PS Portal's $199 price tag first - look below for the Like-New option.

PlayStation Portal (Used: Like New) - $156.83

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Used (Like New)

PlayStation Portal

$199.99 save 22%$156.83 at Amazon

Like-New Condition

The device appears and operates like brand new, though packaging may show minor wear.

Sony's PS Portal transforms your PS5 into a handheld gaming system, featuring an 8-inch 1080p LCD screen sandwiched between DualSense-style controllers. This innovative device streams your PS5 games at 60fps while preserving the full DualSense experience - haptic feedback, adaptive triggers, and a touchscreen interface replacing the traditional touchpad. While designed primarily for home use with your console, remote play is possible when connected to exceptionally stable, high-speed internet.

Important note: The PS Portal isn't a standalone gaming device - it requires a PS5 to function. However, recent updates have expanded its capabilities.

Sony now allows direct game streaming from PlayStation Now (currently in beta), eliminating the need for a local PS5 console. This gives Portal owners access to over 120 cloud-based titles like Ghost of Tsushima and Spider-Man: Miles Morales. Keep in mind this feature requires a PlayStation Plus Premium subscription ($18/month), which may prove more cost-effective than purchasing individual games.

Alternatives exist for PS5 game streaming - the PS Remote Play app works on mobile devices and competing handhelds like the Steam Deck. However, these solutions lack the Portal's seamless integration and DualSense features.

PlayStation Portal Review by Seth Macy

"What began as skepticism transformed into genuine appreciation for the PlayStation Portal. It delivers a superior experience compared to phone-and-controller setups, offering surprising reliability for PS5 game streaming. The freedom to play away from my TV (especially when family members monopolize it with our Switch) has been game-changing.

While not perfect - the lack of browser-based WiFi authentication and Bluetooth audio support remain puzzling omissions - the Portal stands as the best Remote Play solution available. Were it not for these limitations, I'd recommend it as essential for every PS5-owning handheld enthusiast."