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== Models ==
== Models ==
''Models are arranged chronologically.''
''Models are arranged chronologically.''
[[File:Vita OLED.png|thumb|200x200px|Black PCH-1101]]


=== PCH-11xx "OLED" with Wi-Fi and 3G (2011-2013) ===
=== PCH-11xx "OLED 3G" (2011-2013) ===
The fullest-featured version of the PS Vita. Easily identified by it's oval-shaped PS, start, and select buttons. It also features a heavier and thicker body than the Slim Vita, and features a metal trim surrounding the body, remenisant of the PSP. The PCH-11xx has a SIM card slot on the left side of the console. Featuring an OLED screen, a proprietary charger, and no built in memory card [[Vita:IMCUnlock|''by default'']]. The biggest reason one would prefer a PCH-10xx or 11xx over the PCH-20xx is for the OLED panel (and SIM slot with the 11xx). The OLED screen adds a color depth and screen quality not found on PCH-20xx, while the SIM card slot and 3G modem introduces a pretty useful mod not possible on the other models (plus GPS?). To be specific, it is possible to replace the 3G modem with an SD card reader, and optionally replace the SIM card slot with a MicroSD card slot with a relatively simple procedure. Such a mod allows the usage of a game cartridge and MicroSD card at the same time; other models need an SD2Vita which normally occupies the cartridge slot. However, there are some caveats to all of these benefits, as proprietary parts, “early OLED” problems, and generally clunkier ergonomics bring down the 10xx/11xx to being pretty evenly matched against it's successor.
The fullest-featured version of the PS Vita. It is sometimes nicknamed "phat" or "fat" due to it having the largest size, or nicknamed "OLED" due its display technology. Easily identified by it's metal trim surrounding the body oval-shaped home, start, and select buttons, and a glossier front panel. The PCH-11xx has also has SIM card slot on the left side of the console unlike it's non-3G counterpart. Featuring an OLED screen, a proprietary charger, and no usable internal storage [[Vita:IMCUnlock|''by default'']].  


=== PCH-10xx "OLED" with Wi-Fi (2011-2014) ===
The biggest reason one would prefer a PCH-1xxx series Vita over a PCH-20xx is for the OLED panel. The OLED screen adds a color depth and screen quality not found on PCH-20xx consoles. On the PCH-11xx SKU, the SIM card slot and 3G modem also introduces a useful mod not possible on the other models. To be specific, it is possible to replace the 3G modem with an SD card reader called [[Vita:PSVSD (11XX)|PSVSD]]. To compliment a PSVSD, it is also possible to (optinally) replace the SIM card tray for a MicroSD slot with a microSD extenstion cable. Such a mod allows the usage of a game cartridge and MicroSD card at the same time; whereas the non-3G handheld Vitas need an [[Vita:SD2Vita|SD2Vita]] which normally occupies the cartridge slot. The PSTV/PS Vita TV doesn't have this issue, as it has a USB port.
Identical to the Wi-Fi and 3G version of the OLED Vita, except there is no 3G modem. This makes an internal MicroSD card mod impossible, or at least extremely difficult. See above for more detail about OLED Vitas.
 
=== PCH-10xx "OLED (Wi-Fi)" (2011-2014) ===
Identical to the PCH-11xx series, except there is no 3G modem. This makes an internal MicroSD card mod impossible, or at least extremely difficult. However, the extra space on the inside does allow for more hardware mods, like extended batteries. See above for more detail about OLED Vitas.
[[File:PSTV.png|thumb|200x200px|PlayStation TV]]


=== VTE-10xx "PlayStation TV" or "PS Vita TV"  (2013-2016) ===
=== VTE-10xx "PlayStation TV" or "PS Vita TV"  (2013-2016) ===
Differing greatly from other Vita models, the PSTV is a consolized PS Vita. In Asian regions, the console was given the more accurate name of the PS Vita TV. Connects to DualShock 3 or 4 controllers in replacement of the normal Vita's controls. The DualShock 4's touch pad can also be used to emulate the Vita's touch screen and rear touch pad. Very easily identified by it's sleek and small “flat plate” form factor that has no screen. The one obvious benefit of the PSTV is that it allows playing Vita games, homebrew, and other-such software on one's TV. In fact, homebrewing is almost a must for the PSTV, as a large amount of Vita software will refuse to work on the PSTV due to Sony-added limitations that aren't even necessary.
Differing greatly from other Vita models, the PSTV is a consolized PS Vita. Very easily identified by it's sleek and small “flat plate” form factor that has no screen. In Asian regions, the console was given the more accurate name of the PS Vita TV. Connects to DualShock 3 and DualShock 4 controllers in replacement of the normal Vita's controls. The DualShock 4's touch pad can also be used to emulate the Vita's touch screen/touch pad. Unlike retail handheld Vitas, the PSTV also features a USB-A port. The USB port can function in a similar manner to a PSVSD on a 3G OLED console, where extra storage doesn't need to interfere with the game cartridge slot. The one obvious benefit of the PSTV is that it allows playing Vita games, homebrew, and other-such software on one's TV without needing a computer. In fact, homebrewing is almost a must for the PSTV, as a large amount of Vita software will refuse to work on the PSTV due to Sony-added limitations that aren't even necessary.
[[File:Vita 2000.png|thumb|200x200px|Black PCH-2001]]


=== PCH-20xx "Slim" (2013-2019) ===
=== PCH-20xx "Slim" (2013-2019) ===
A noteworthy update to the Vita, which improved battery life and ergonomics, changed out the propritary charging port to be standard MicroUSB, added 1GB of usable internal memory, reduced weight and thickness, yet removed the 1000's forward-thinking OLED panel. Easily identified by the PS, start, and select buttons being perfectly circular. This model also has a rounder appearance with no aluminum bezel on the edges and much less gloss on the housing. Both the PCH-20xx and PCH-10xx are quite evenly matched as devices, since the loss of the OLED in the 20xx was essentially “made up for” with the introduction of the previously mentioned general improvements found in the 2000.
A drastic revision to the retail Vita SKUs, which saw several changes compared to the PCH-1xxx series. It is easily identified by the home, start, and select buttons being perfectly circular with the plastic body having an all matte finish. This model also has a rounder appearance with no aluminum bezel on the edges.
 
Compared to the PCH-1xxx, it improved battery life, ergonomics, replaced the propritary UDC port to be standard MicroUSB, added 1 GB of usable internal memory, reduced weight and thickness, and removed the 1xxx's OLED panel for an IPS one. There is also no 3G version of the PCH-20xx SKU, as 3G consoles were already discontinued in 2014. The analog sticks on the 20xx series also use traditional potentiometer technology, whereas the 1xxx series used hall effect based sticks. This means that the analog sticks on the Slim Vitas could potentially be less reliable than the OLED Vitas.  
 
Both the PCH-20xx and PCH-10xx are quite evenly matched as devices, since the loss of the OLED in the 20xx was essentially “made up for” with the introduction of the previously mentioned general improvements found in the 2000.


== References ==
== References ==

Revision as of 03:22, 30 December 2023

Page content & researching collaboratively taken from io55.net's PS Vita page with permission.

There are four Vita models, of which only three are true portable game consoles.

Models

Models are arranged chronologically.

Black PCH-1101

PCH-11xx "OLED 3G" (2011-2013)

The fullest-featured version of the PS Vita. It is sometimes nicknamed "phat" or "fat" due to it having the largest size, or nicknamed "OLED" due its display technology. Easily identified by it's metal trim surrounding the body oval-shaped home, start, and select buttons, and a glossier front panel. The PCH-11xx has also has SIM card slot on the left side of the console unlike it's non-3G counterpart. Featuring an OLED screen, a proprietary charger, and no usable internal storage by default.

The biggest reason one would prefer a PCH-1xxx series Vita over a PCH-20xx is for the OLED panel. The OLED screen adds a color depth and screen quality not found on PCH-20xx consoles. On the PCH-11xx SKU, the SIM card slot and 3G modem also introduces a useful mod not possible on the other models. To be specific, it is possible to replace the 3G modem with an SD card reader called PSVSD. To compliment a PSVSD, it is also possible to (optinally) replace the SIM card tray for a MicroSD slot with a microSD extenstion cable. Such a mod allows the usage of a game cartridge and MicroSD card at the same time; whereas the non-3G handheld Vitas need an SD2Vita which normally occupies the cartridge slot. The PSTV/PS Vita TV doesn't have this issue, as it has a USB port.

PCH-10xx "OLED (Wi-Fi)" (2011-2014)

Identical to the PCH-11xx series, except there is no 3G modem. This makes an internal MicroSD card mod impossible, or at least extremely difficult. However, the extra space on the inside does allow for more hardware mods, like extended batteries. See above for more detail about OLED Vitas.

PlayStation TV

VTE-10xx "PlayStation TV" or "PS Vita TV" (2013-2016)

Differing greatly from other Vita models, the PSTV is a consolized PS Vita. Very easily identified by it's sleek and small “flat plate” form factor that has no screen. In Asian regions, the console was given the more accurate name of the PS Vita TV. Connects to DualShock 3 and DualShock 4 controllers in replacement of the normal Vita's controls. The DualShock 4's touch pad can also be used to emulate the Vita's touch screen/touch pad. Unlike retail handheld Vitas, the PSTV also features a USB-A port. The USB port can function in a similar manner to a PSVSD on a 3G OLED console, where extra storage doesn't need to interfere with the game cartridge slot. The one obvious benefit of the PSTV is that it allows playing Vita games, homebrew, and other-such software on one's TV without needing a computer. In fact, homebrewing is almost a must for the PSTV, as a large amount of Vita software will refuse to work on the PSTV due to Sony-added limitations that aren't even necessary.

Black PCH-2001

PCH-20xx "Slim" (2013-2019)

A drastic revision to the retail Vita SKUs, which saw several changes compared to the PCH-1xxx series. It is easily identified by the home, start, and select buttons being perfectly circular with the plastic body having an all matte finish. This model also has a rounder appearance with no aluminum bezel on the edges.

Compared to the PCH-1xxx, it improved battery life, ergonomics, replaced the propritary UDC port to be standard MicroUSB, added 1 GB of usable internal memory, reduced weight and thickness, and removed the 1xxx's OLED panel for an IPS one. There is also no 3G version of the PCH-20xx SKU, as 3G consoles were already discontinued in 2014. The analog sticks on the 20xx series also use traditional potentiometer technology, whereas the 1xxx series used hall effect based sticks. This means that the analog sticks on the Slim Vitas could potentially be less reliable than the OLED Vitas.

Both the PCH-20xx and PCH-10xx are quite evenly matched as devices, since the loss of the OLED in the 20xx was essentially “made up for” with the introduction of the previously mentioned general improvements found in the 2000.

References

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/PlayStation_TV

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/PlayStation_Vita

https://retrogamebuyer.com/ps-vita-1000-vs-2000/

https://www.reddit.com/r/vita/comments/lw5frh/pros_cons_of_ps_vita_1000_ps_vita_2000/

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