There's not much between the two, but if we had to pick a winner, we'd give it to the PS4. Not only does it edge the Xbox One on sheer graphical horsepower, it also has virtual reality support, and a better library of current and upcoming exclusive titles.

The downside of it having an internal power supply is that the PS4 does run hot, pumping out air warm enough to cook marshmallows. One can't help but wonder if this has anything to do with the initial wave of faults in the US, though that's just speculation.

The day I switched on my PS3 for the first time, I very quickly knew that my days of firing up the PS2 would be severely numbered. With the PS4, I'm not sure that's the case: I suspect I will be going back to the PS3.

Best console around lots of power built to last great games and more incoming more diverse exclusives than xbox which is mainly for shooter (yawn) ps4 is going from strength to strength 10/10

Sony's shiny new console offers speedy gameplay options, but struggles as an all-round entertainment box. Just as with the Xbox One , there's a lot of interesting technology under the hood of the Playstation 4, but ultimately that matters very little indeed.

If the PlayStation 4 is any indication of the quality of the next generation of gaming, then it was worth the wait after all. I'm writing this review seven years to the day after Sony brought the PlayStation 3 to the United States, a console I swore I would never buy after Sony revealed the...

For a console that sold out locally in its first 24 hours, it's fair to call the PS4 launch a resounding success. Is this Sony's best console ever? At the risk of sounding like a fanboy, it's only when you go hands on with Sony's newest next gen console that you realise just how good it actually is.

Powerful; Beautiful graphics; Much improved controller; Slick interface; Interesting sharing functionality

Fairly expensive; First batch sold out very quickly; Fuller game library still needs to accummulate

True gamers have always been early adopters, but I believe the next-generation of gaming is still a year or more away when it comes to game design and making the most out of the amazing system Sony has delivered.

Positives Great new design; incredible controller; integrated sharing and streaming; cool remote and second screen features

Negatives Online now requires PS Plus subscription; limited export capabilities; no Bluetooth/IR support for headsets or remotes; poor library management; weak launch lineup; no MP3 or DNLA support

The Xbox One might be the most advanced new console in terms of features, but the PlayStation 4 has it licked as a dedicated games machine. There's power and potential hidden inside the compact case, and all it's missing are the games to take advantage of it.

Sony PS4 (PlayStation 4) is the fourth home gaming platform from Sony and will open along with the Xbox One of Microsoft's new generation of game consoles. Featuring a clean design meant to adapt well to all homes, a compartment powerful hardware and able to offer games with smoother and better...