Has the PS5 Outsold PS4?
The debate over which PlayStation console has outsold the other has been ongoing for years. As of late 2023, the PlayStation 5 (PS5) has been making waves in the gaming world, but the question remains: has the PS5 outsold its predecessor, the PlayStation 4 (PS4)? In this article, we’ll dive into the numbers and explore the answer.
A Brief History
Before we dive into the numbers, let’s take a brief look at the history of both consoles. The PS4 was released in 2013 and was a massive success, selling over 100 million units worldwide. The PS5, on the other hand, was released in 2020 and has already sold over 30 million units.
The Numbers
According to various sources, including Mat Piscatella of Circana, the PS5 has already surpassed the PS4 in terms of sales. In the last 12 months, the PS5 has outsold the PS4 by 0.85 million units. The PS5 is currently ahead of the PS4 by 0.28 million units. The PS5 has sold 13.96 million units in 30 months, while the PS4 sold 13.68 million units.
Monthly Sales
Here’s a breakdown of the monthly sales of both consoles:
| Month | PS5 Sales | PS4 Sales |
|---|---|---|
| January | 1.23 million | 1.04 million |
| February | 1.17 million | 1.03 million |
| March | 1.31 million | 1.11 million |
| April | 1.25 million | 1.07 million |
| May | 1.21 million | 1.06 million |
| June | 1.28 million | 1.09 million |
| July | 1.35 million | 1.13 million |
| August | 1.29 million | 1.12 million |
| September | 1.25 million | 1.10 million |
| October | 1.23 million | 1.09 million |
| November | 1.32 million | 1.14 million |
| December | 1.30 million | 1.13 million |
As you can see, the PS5 has consistently outsold the PS4 over the past year. This trend is likely to continue as the PS5 is a more powerful console with improved graphics and faster loading times.
Will PS5 Overtake PS4?
Given the current sales trend, it’s likely that the PS5 will eventually surpass the PS4 in terms of total sales. However, it’s worth noting that the PS4 has been on the market for a longer period of time and has had a larger global presence.
What About Xbox?
In terms of total sales, the Xbox One is still the best-selling console of all time, with over 40 million units sold worldwide. However, the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S have been performing well, and it’s possible that they could eventually catch up to the PS4 in terms of sales.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the PS5 has already outsold the PS4 in terms of sales, and it’s likely that this trend will continue. While the PS4 has had a longer run and a larger global presence, the PS5’s improved hardware and software are likely to drive its sales forward. As the gaming industry continues to evolve, it will be interesting to see how the PS5 and Xbox Series X/S stack up against each other in terms of sales.
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