PlayStation Portal Drops to $148 on Amazon

The PlayStation Portal has never seen a direct discount, but you can now save on a certified pre-owned model. Amazon Resale (formerly Amazon Warehouse) currently offers Used - Like New PS Portals for just $148, including shipping. With a retail price of $199 for a new unit, this represents a substantial 26% saving. A manufacturer's warranty may not be included, but Amazon Resale purchases are protected by the same 30-day return policy as new items. We anticipate this inventory will sell out quickly.

Update: The price has been reduced to $150.23, marking the lowest price we've tracked for a Used - Like New unit.

PlayStation Portal (Used - Like New) for $148

Remember to select the "Save with Used - Like New" option at checkout

Used - Like New

PlayStation Portal

$199.99 List Price | Save 26% | $148.00 at Amazon

The PlayStation Portal, Sony's dedicated remote player for the PS5, resembles a DualSense controller extended to feature an 8-inch 1080p LCD screen at its center. It transforms your PS5 into a handheld gaming system by streaming your console's games at up to 60fps. The integrated controller duplicates the full DualSense experience with adaptive triggers, haptic feedback, and a touchscreen that replicates the touchpad. While the Portal can stream games remotely outside your home, this requires a consistently fast and stable internet connection. A crucial note: the Portal is not a standalone gaming device. It functions exclusively as a remote player, meaning you must own a PS5 to use it.

A recent update now allows you to use the PS Portal without a PS5. Sony has introduced functionality that lets users stream games directly from its PlayStation Plus cloud library via PlayStation Now. Instead of being limited to streaming from a local $500 console to a $200 handheld, Portal owners can connect directly to Sony's cloud servers (with new beta features launched in April). By choosing this cloud option, you gain immediate access to a library of over 120 titles, including Ghost of Tsushima, Resident Evil 3 Remake, The Last of Us Part I, and Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales. Please note, this requires an active subscription to the PlayStation Plus Premium tier. However, at $18 per month, this is a more accessible entry point than purchasing a $500 console plus individual games at $70 each.

It's worth mentioning that the PlayStation Portal isn't the only method for in-home PS5 game streaming. You can replicate its core function by using the free PS Remote Play app on a compatible mobile device or other handhelds like the Steam Deck. However, these setups are often more complex and typically lack the full, integrated DualSense feature set.