Sony
PlayStation 5
The generation-defining console powering the biggest exclusives, with a custom SSD that all but erases loading and a controller built around haptic feedback.
4KUltra-fast SSDRay TracingDualSense
Five flagship consoles, one clear comparison
The current-generation machines worth owning in Australia — presented with the honest detail you need before you decide where to play.
Sony
PlayStation 5 Pro
The enthusiast's PlayStation — a substantially upgraded GPU and advanced upscaling deliver the sharpest, most stable image for players who refuse to compromise.
Enhanced GPU8K ReadyAI Upscaling
Microsoft
Xbox Series X
Microsoft's most powerful console, pairing true 4K performance with Quick Resume and one of the deepest back-catalogues in gaming.
4K120fpsQuick Resume1TB SSD
Microsoft
Xbox Series S
Compact, all-digital and remarkably capable — the smartest entry point into the Xbox ecosystem without sacrificing next-gen features.
1440pAll-Digital120fps
Nintendo
Nintendo Switch OLED
A vivid 7-inch OLED display transforms handheld play, while the dock delivers the same beloved library to the big screen — anywhere, anytime.
7" OLEDHandheldDockedJoy-Con
How to choose
Match the machine to the way you play
There's no single best console — only the right one for you. Here's how the Australian community tends to decide.
For exclusives
PlayStation 5 and 5 Pro lead on cinematic single-player blockbusters.
For value & library
Xbox Series X and S offer immense catalogue depth and flexible price points.
For play anywhere
Switch OLED is unmatched for handheld freedom and couch multiplayer.
Picked your platform?
Discover the standout games available on your console of choice.