--- product_id: 288757493 title: "PS3 Slim 160GB Console only" brand: "playstation" price: "KD 13.70" currency: KWD in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/288757493-ps3-slim-160gb-console-only store_origin: KW region: Kuwait --- # Slim, sleek design saves space 160GB storage for epic game libraries Built-in Lithium Polymer battery included PS3 Slim 160GB Console only **Brand:** playstation **Price:** KD 13.70 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎮 Level up your gaming space with the iconic PS3 Slim! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** PS3 Slim 160GB Console only by playstation - **How much does it cost?** KD 13.70 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.kw](https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/288757493-ps3-slim-160gb-console-only) ## Best For - playstation enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted playstation brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Ready to Play:** Includes built-in Lithium Polymer battery for uninterrupted gaming sessions. - • **Sleek Slim Design:** Compact and stylish console fits perfectly in any modern entertainment setup. - • **Trusted Performance:** Reliable PS3 hardware with a solid 4.2-star rating from 750+ gamers. - • **End of an Era Classic:** Own a piece of gaming history before it’s gone—perfect for collectors and new players alike. - • **Massive 160GB Storage:** Store hundreds of games, demos, and media without compromise. ## Overview The PS3 Slim 160GB Console offers a spacious 160GB hard drive, sleek compact design, and reliable performance backed by a 4.2-star user rating. Ideal for gamers seeking a classic console with ample storage and style, this model includes a built-in Lithium Polymer battery and remains a sought-after piece of gaming history. ## Description PS3 Slim 160GB Console only : desertcart.co.uk: PC & Video Games Review: I bought this to replace my launch day Fat PS3 that had died... :( It doesn't have the same look, feel and weight to it that my old PS3 did, but even the PS3 Slims don't feel as good. The lack of a HDD that some reviewers complain about was not an issue. I bought a drive sled online for less than $15, put the drive from the old PS3 in and I was back in business. Very happy to have a working PS3 again and since the PS4 won't be backwards compatible, it's even more important for me to have a working PS3. Review: For serious gaming, a hard drive in addition to the 12GB of memory may be needed as most PS3 games require an install, the side ranging from only megabytes of data up to 10 GB of data. The hard drive is easy to upgrade, although you will need to purchase a mounting bracket for the hard drive (which is not included) (games like Call of Duty or Uncharted won't suffer from this because they don't require installs on disk beyond 100 MB, but Grand Theft Auto 5 has at least an 8 GB install that would easy be two thirds of the available space, and do not forget software updates that can easily be 1 GB in size). The console makes it easy to set up a PSN account as well as set up Netflix and other streaming services. The top mounting disk tray is particularly interesting: instead of opening vertically, the disk tray opens horizontally which allows it to be placed in a snug location. Supporting CD, DVD, BluRay, DIVX, and MP3/MP4 formats (and others), this console can do quite a bit in terms of music and video playback. It supports external memory for console backup as well as for data transfer (save data, movies, etc. via USB). It has either wired or wireless internet via wifi as well. It does not come with an HDMI cable, that will also have to be purchased separately. This is a nice entry point for someone wants a PS3 at the end of its hay day, or if they want a second console or just a media center to stream content from their PC or to watch Netflix, Hulu Plus, or use other services such as those offered by the NHL. PlayStation Store also serves up movies and TV shows for either rent or purchase. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00E369SDM | | Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) | | Customer reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (756) | | Is discontinued by manufacturer | No | | Item model number | 99242 | | Language | English | | Product Dimensions | 33.78 x 34.04 x 10.92 cm; 3.27 kg | ## Product Details - **Brand:** PlayStation - **Color:** black - **Input Device:** Gamepad - **Model Name:** Playstation 3 - **Platform:** PlayStation 3 ## Images ![PS3 Slim 160GB Console only - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71QkCkavmzL.jpg) ![PS3 Slim 160GB Console only - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41sMO-XS8NL.jpg) ![PS3 Slim 160GB Console only - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61SAgcrxgeL.jpg) ![PS3 Slim 160GB Console only - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61s5RV-c4BL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Does this 12 GB system play ps2 games?** A: This model does NOT let you use PS2 discs. ONLY the FIRST RUN of the ORIGINAL PS3 model (“FAT” 20GB & 60GBs, with doors that opens on the left side, to reveal a number of slots for different memory cards) will run a certain array of PS2 physical discs, for which there’s a PS2 Compatibility Chart, online (https://www.psdevwiki.com/ps3/PS2_Classics_Emulator_Compatibility_List). ONLY that initial run of PS3s, which have partial PS2s built-in, will run those games, though. After the first run, at $500 and $600 (the PS3 WAS NOT “introduced at $600,” as most people think — and which is the number that gets thrown around — but rather, they put out two models, starting at $500. Sony removed that compatibility, to bring the price down to $400, after that first round of original, FAT model machines (of which I bought one, from Best Buy, in December, 2006) are PS2 compatible, at all, and, if you’re really looking for one of those, then you should MAKE CERTAIN that the it is a first run, with the door that hides memory card slots (effectively a memory card reader, like you can get, with USB adapters). There’s also a certain serial number that those models have, which you can look up, on Google, to be sure, for sure. Those models cost a ton more — as compared to all other runs of all other models, except possibly the red Super Slim God of War III Special Edition models — given their rarity. Hope this helps! **Q: Is it possible to use the hard drive from my first gen 80 gb ps3 in this one? Or have they changed the size?** A: The super slim hard drive has to be 2.5 inch sata and 5400rpm. So if your hard drive reaches those requirements it should work. **Q: Do you need more than 12gb to play about 5-6 games? I really can't afford the 500gb version.** A: I never had more then 5 and never had a problem. It also depends on the size of the games you play. **Q: Is this a 3rd gen ps3/** A: The model that opens from the top not the side is the 3rd gen and that is what is listed here - yes ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by T***S on 2 October 2013* I bought this to replace my launch day Fat PS3 that had died... :( It doesn't have the same look, feel and weight to it that my old PS3 did, but even the PS3 Slims don't feel as good. The lack of a HDD that some reviewers complain about was not an issue. I bought a drive sled online for less than $15, put the drive from the old PS3 in and I was back in business. Very happy to have a working PS3 again and since the PS4 won't be backwards compatible, it's even more important for me to have a working PS3. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by D***N on 26 December 2013* For serious gaming, a hard drive in addition to the 12GB of memory may be needed as most PS3 games require an install, the side ranging from only megabytes of data up to 10 GB of data. The hard drive is easy to upgrade, although you will need to purchase a mounting bracket for the hard drive (which is not included) (games like Call of Duty or Uncharted won't suffer from this because they don't require installs on disk beyond 100 MB, but Grand Theft Auto 5 has at least an 8 GB install that would easy be two thirds of the available space, and do not forget software updates that can easily be 1 GB in size). The console makes it easy to set up a PSN account as well as set up Netflix and other streaming services. The top mounting disk tray is particularly interesting: instead of opening vertically, the disk tray opens horizontally which allows it to be placed in a snug location. Supporting CD, DVD, BluRay, DIVX, and MP3/MP4 formats (and others), this console can do quite a bit in terms of music and video playback. It supports external memory for console backup as well as for data transfer (save data, movies, etc. via USB). It has either wired or wireless internet via wifi as well. It does not come with an HDMI cable, that will also have to be purchased separately. This is a nice entry point for someone wants a PS3 at the end of its hay day, or if they want a second console or just a media center to stream content from their PC or to watch Netflix, Hulu Plus, or use other services such as those offered by the NHL. PlayStation Store also serves up movies and TV shows for either rent or purchase. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by H***E on 8 October 2017* First off, if you found this review helpful in your decision-making, please click on the helpful button so this review may help others in their decision-making process. WARNING!!! Description is very misleading!!! The system has an EMBEDDED 12GB FLASH drive!!! It DOES NOT have a hard drive installed, only the 500GB models have the REMOVEABLE hard drive. This required me to expedite another order from ebay for the mounting brackets. which thankfully came in before the ps3 did. BE FOREWARNED!!! That aside, it does what I want it to, only AFTER upgrading the hard drive. I think Sony may have removed and/or added some of the ports on the rear side of the system, but I am not exactly sure which ports, so do your research on which model will suit your needs the most. It has a slide open feature on the top, which is where the discs get loaded into the system. Personally, I prefer this "top-load" method more than the previous "front-insert" method because I feel that less could go wrong internally (discs get stuck in the system, discs dont get "grabbed in" anymore, etc) and if the top slider breaks, i would just tape it shut to read the discs, which is an easier fix then getting a new ps3 disc reader or ps3 altogether. I had my hard drive from my last ps3, which was still good, so I opted for this model, because I liked the fact that there was an embedded flash drive installed and this was the only model I could afford at the time. This flash drive DOES NOT get used when you install a removable hard drive, so I have something to fall back on in case my hard drive fails, however, the wiser purchase would be to spend the little extra money to have the model with the hard drive installed already, because it would save you additional purchases, and with the constant required sony system updates, 12 GB will NOT even be enough to install gran turismo 5 from a physical copy (that is just 1 game!!!) However, since sony updated their system software, all playstation systems can now read external hard drives like the xbox does (which allows you to skip the hard drive swapping process altogether), but this also will require additional purchases, so the choice would be up to the buyer... --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/288757493-ps3-slim-160gb-console-only](https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/288757493-ps3-slim-160gb-console-only) --- *Product available on Desertcart Kuwait* *Store origin: KW* *Last updated: 2026-04-23*