- The new PS5 Slim model CFI-2116 features a massively improved cooling system like the PS5 Pro.
- It no longer has a metal leak or thermal degradation issues that affected older Slim CFI 2016 models.
- The new Slim model allegedly also does not require an internet connection for pairing a disc drive.
The console landscape has been deeply affected by US tariffs and other issues, leading to multiple price hikes across the PS5 lineup over the years. However, Sony has also been working on hardware improvements for the PS5 Slim behind the scenes.
New reports reveal that the PS5 Slim CFI-2116 model currently on the market boasts an improved cooling system that matches what Sony implemented in its flagship PS5 Pro variant. The changes massively boost Slim’s cooling and overall longevity.
Why it matters: The enhanced cooling in the new PS5 Slim model CFI-2116 will allow gamers to push the little giant to new extremes without worrying about thermal degradation or metal leaks over time.
As reported by notable console technician Modyfikatorcasper on Twitter, the new PS5 Slim CFI-2116 model features the heatsink design from the PS5 Pro.
To clarify, the PS5 Pro’s cooling system features a heatsink with grooves that create a capillary effect, allowing liquid metal to spread evenly without leaking during assembly and throughout its lifespan. The new PS5 Slim model also leverages this approach.
Therefore, there are no further concerns about metal leaks, like in the older Slim CFI 2016 model.
On the flip side, the CFI-2116 model also does not require an internet connection for Blu-ray drive pairing. The disc drive is factory-paired now to prevent jailbreaking and other exploits in the future. This change has been widely celebrated in these threads by gamers.
Unfortunately, the new PS5 Slim model comes with only 825GB of storage, down from 1 TB in previous models, which is a downgrade for many gamers.
Do you think the new PS5 Slim model will perform better and last much longer than previous models? Will the PS5 Pro cooling system make a huge difference? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below, or join the discussion on the Tech4Gamers forum.
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Shameer Sarfaraz has previously worked for eXputer as a Senior News Writer for several years. Now with Tech4Gamers, he loves to devoutly keep up with the latest gaming and entertainment industries. He has a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science and years of experience reporting on games. Besides his passion for breaking news stories, Shahmeer loves spending his leisure time farming away in Stardew Valley. VGC, IGN, GameSpot, Game Rant, TheGamer, GamingBolt, The Verge, NME, Metro, Dot Esports, GameByte, Kotaku Australia, PC Gamer, and more have cited his articles.
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