Modders have transformed consoles into various systems, including creating devices akin to gaming handhelds. However, PenBar has unveiled something that is more polished than what many modders have attempted: a gaming laptop based on the Sony PS5.
Introducing the BBook
PenBar has named its creation the BBook, and to enhance the gaming laptop experience, they made several custom changes to the hardware layout. Notably, there's an innovative cooling system, and it seems they’ve included a custom PCB, likely designed for power management.
Power and Display Features
Unlike standard gaming laptops, the BBook does not have a battery. This means that the PS5 laptop needs to be plugged into a power source to function, but it does come with a display. PenBar has equipped it with a 17.3-inch IPS panel that boasts 100% DCI-P3 color accuracy, a refresh rate of 60Hz, and a 4K resolution.
Limitations and Connectivity
The BBook includes a keyboard and touchpad, but PenBar notes that these input methods are not usable while gaming, even though many PS5 titles support keyboard and mouse gameplay. The modified design of the PS5 hardware has resulted in the loss of some original ports; specifically, the device only has one USB-A and one HDMI port available. However, there is an option for an expansion module that provides an additional 10Gbps USB-C port. Another limitation is in SSD compatibility: the BBook can only accommodate a 2242 SSD, rather than the typical 2280 SSD (currently, a 1 TB Samsung 990 Evo sells for $69.99 on Amazon).
Pricing Details
As for the cost, the BBook PS5 laptop is priced at CNY 19,999, which translates to about $2,748. This is quite steep compared to the price of the original console, but it offers a functional screen, keyboard, and touchpad all within a laptop-like design.
PenBar (translated from Chinese)
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