10 best game consoles

Talk about the games can be long. They accompany man since ancient times. But what comes to mind for the modern person hears the word "Game"? Almost certainly he will think about virtual entertainment available now on PC, phone, browser, and, of course, on game consoles, often popularly referred to as "consoles". What to play – the question of separating gamers on the camps for more than 20 years. We won't get involved in this confrontation, but simply consider the most common and worthy of your attention game consoles.

In General, the choice of console in most cases is not due to its power, and the list of games. Yes, some titles will appear simultaneously on all platforms, but there are exclusive games. For PlayStation is, for example, The Last of Us and the series Uncharted, for Xbox – Forza and Halo. A drive on the cards for Mario or Zelda to rescue only by the works from Nintendo. If you are a fan of a certain series of games, you will almost certainly "doomed" to purchase a particular model of gaming consoles.

The rankings were not taken into account the console of the previous generation, like PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360, although they are still sold in some stores and delight gamers. The collection includes all the gaming consoles of the current generation is available for purchase in the official Russian retail. This rating is intended, primarily, to you, dear readers, it was easier to understand the many modifications and choose the right for you without overpaying for unnecessary features.

BEST STATIONARY GAME CONSOLES

Start with the most familiar large range of players consoles. These devices are used exclusively at home paired with a TV. Their dimensions are too large to transport, but it allows you to set the maximum inside productive "iron" and a good cooling system for a consistently smooth and beautiful pictures, and are renowned for the console. In this category, we pushed the two main rivals of the market – the PlayStation and Xbox.

5 SONY PLAYSTATION 4 1 TB

The greatest number of discounts and bonuses for purchase
Country: Japan
Average price: 27 990 ₽
Rating (2021): 4.5

Why, despite these shortcomings the model included in the rating? Everything is simple, basic PlayStation 4 is gradually retiring, in connection with which the sellers often make a big discount. Also included with the console are almost always games that are sold separately at least for 2 thousand roubles, the subscription of PS Plus and even an additional DualShock 4 controllers. Finally, this version of "Curling" has acquired a lot of accessories that you can buy for a penny.

4 SONY PLAYSTATION 4 SLIM 1 TB

Smallest stationary console on the market
Country: Japan
Average price: 25 900 ₽
Rating (2021): 4.7

Don't want to purchase the complete console+game+subscription+accessory, thus saving a few thousand rubles – view in the direction of the PS4 Slim. Sony is no stranger to console game with the same performance that the basic version in a more compact package. In the case of the latest generation of consoles was the same. Here are installed the same Central and graphics processor from AMD and 8 GB of RAM, outstanding in the amount of you are already familiar 1.82 teraflops. Of the merits we note today's fast 802.11 ac Wi-Fi and significantly lower power consumption – 165 watts vs 250 in the standard version. Of course, decreased and the size: the console was 1.5 cm lower, a bit shorter and lighter by 700 grams.

In terms of games, almost nothing has changed. It is recommended to play on a TV resolution of 1920x1080 pixels. Any unique projects for the PlayStation 4 Slim is not.

3 MICROSOFT XBOX ONE S

Lowest cost
Country: USA
Average price: 19 990 ₽
Rating (2021): 4.8

The first representative game consoles Microsoft hard hitting competitors from several features. First and foremost, pay attention at a much lower cost. Some stores offer the device for only 16-17 thousand rubles. However, it will be a version with a hard disk of 500 GB, which avid gamers will be enough. 23-24 thousands you will find One S with HDD 2TB – this is the best indicator on the market.

The second feature is support for 4K. Blu-ray as such works fine. With games more complicated. First, the settings must be forced to put apskeyl to UltraHD. Secondly, you will not get smooth and beautiful pictures. But with HD everything is fine – the picture quality is somewhat better than on the PS4, PS4 Slim and Xbox One the usual. The refresh rate can reach 60 fps. There is support for HDR high – contrast mode, where the picture looks much more contrast. Lastly, let's not forget about the appearance – many reviewers and buyers agree that the Xbox One S is a beautiful device.

2 SONY PLAYSTATION 4 PRO

The best price for the game in 4K
Country: Japan
Average price: 590 31 ₽
Rating (2021): 4.9

Silver medalist of the category – the most "evil" console ever produced by Sony. The exterior of the sandwich might like is not for everyone, but inside are noteworthy. For 30 thousand rubles, you will receive full support 4K resolution with HDR. With 1080p resolution the console is capable of delivering a stable 60 frames, that would also be very nice to your eyes.

To achieve such a performance was possible due to new hardware which in itself is twice as powerful as PS4 and PS4 Slim – 4.2 teraflops. To pay for this will have increased nutritional requirements – PS4 Pro consumes up to 310 watts. The main advantage of "Proshka" are the games. A huge number of exclusive games, very highly rated by players and critics worldwide. Horizon Zero Down and Uncharted 4 is not only visually damn beautiful, but also interesting with its plot and gameplay. And such exclusive games more than a dozen.

1 X MICROSOFT XBOX ONE

The most powerful games console in the world
Country: USA
Average price: 38 790 ₽
Rating (2021): 4.9

Xbox One X is officially the most powerful games console in the world. Its performance is 6 teraflops! The closest competitor from Sony has a third less power. All thanks to the brand new Scorpio Engine processor and 12 GB of RAM. Of course, there is support for 4K and HDR10. The picture is excellent. But if you have more than a simple TV, do not worry – One X will be relevant for you, because in FullHD or 2K resolution console simply gives a much more beautiful (through various effects) and a smooth picture with a refresh rate up to 60 frames per second. Sound is not have to worry – supported standards DTS 5.1, Dolby Digital 5.1 TrueHD Atmos technology.

On the Xbox compared to PlayStation, not many exclusives. At the same time, bought games will also be available on Windows PC on Board, making them in some degree a more reasonable purchase.

BEST NINTENDO

Nintendo has always been a special company. They never seriously competed with the guys from Sony and Microsoft, while having a huge army of fans of all ages. From the first glance it may seem that their games are monotonous and boring, but digging deeper, you know – they all have perfectly honed gameplay. That with consoles? They are just as crazy and unusual as their creators.

3 NINTENDO CLASSIC MINI: SUPER NINTENDO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM

The "nostalgic" prefix
Country: Japan
Average price: 4 990 ₽
Rating (2021): 4.6

We have said that Nintendo has a huge army of fans. And formed this army more than a decade ago. In the late 90s the company released the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (in our country more famous for its exact copy – Dendy), was one of the largest manufacturers. Contra, Donkey Kong, Super Mario World – these and many other games have won the hearts of young gamers.

The novelty, released in 2016, allows you to plunge into childhood. Very compact box has a retro design. He meet and a pair of conductive joysticks. The design is the same one from the 90s, which further plunges into the atmosphere of retro gaming. The box itself is powered by a standard USB – can be connected at least in the TV connector. The picture outputted via HDMI to bother with adapters just do not have. 21 pre-installed on the console game, but of course you can manually download the required images. Of the key differences from the original SNES note the ability to store and "rewind" gameplay 40 seconds ago.

2 NEW NINTENDO 2DS XL

The most comfortable portable console
Country: Japan
Average price: 9 999 ₽
Rating (2021): 4.6

In the segment of portable consoles officially presented in our country, unequivocally dominated by Nintendo. We consider a relatively simple model New 2DS XL. Especially interesting form factor. This is the foldable model in the form of books, inside of which fit just two displays (main by 4.88 inch, bottom – additional – 4,18’) and control buttons, d-pad and stick. These dimensions allow you to carry the console constantly playing at every opportunity. In case there is a place for the stylus, which is much easier to handle in some cases. Note that there is a Nintendo 2DS bit more compact cut-up model, which costs on average for a thousand rubles less. Otherwise, there are practically no differences.

The battery capacity is only 1300 mAh. The battery life can vary a lot. In today's demanding games console can live only 3.5 hours, in the classics, up to 10-12 hours. Game – typical for Nintendo, pokemon, Mario, etc.

1 NINTENDO SWITCH

The leading position is expected, which caused a noise new – Nintendo Switch. The world's first hybrid game console. What does it mean? There is the main part, in the form of a tablet with a screen 6.2' HD resolution and the "DOP". Want to play on the go – connect Gascony to the "tablet" and go. Large TV opposite the sofa is a console in a special docking station, and Gascony on a special platform in the form of the controller, and again with comfort. You can play alone or with a friend, giving him one of joy-con. Games are really interesting and unique. In addition to the traditional Nintendo series, there are a set of mini-games 1-2-Switch and complete projects third-party developers, like TES V: Skyrim, FIFA and Wolfenstein 18. The battery life of about 6 hours.

Special get pleasure from the versatility: started the game at home in front of a huge TV, then I disconnected the console and continued playing in the subway, and at the end of the evening holed up with friends in a café, placing the console onto the bandwagon. Not to part with the games anywhere and never – isn't that the dream of the gamer?

THE BEST RETRO CONSOLES

For many people, familiarity with the gaming consoles started with 8 or 16-bit games. "Turn it off, and then put the kinescope", "don't hit, I'm going to try something", "I'm going first!" - these words sounded from enthusiastic children during the games, in mortal Kombat, Ninja Turtles and other iconic projects. Return to childhood as an adult, turned out to be quite easy – just need to spend a little money for a modern version of the classic console. For example, such as in the rankings below.

2 SEGA MEGADRIVE CLASSIC

Нетленная классика 
Страна: Япония (производится в Китае) 
Средняя цена: 1968 руб 
Рейтинг (2021): 4.6

Classic "Sega" is still available for purchase at a ridiculous price of about 2000 rubles. This is the fourth generation of game consoles, but this model is remembered by many players for its graphics and unique games. The console has a 16-bit system and was a direct competitor to the legendary Dandy. Compared with it, "Sega" was able to offer a better picture. The device is made in a minimalist black case with a pair of joysticks with a rounded shape. In the case there are 2 ports for joysticks, so you can play as one or paired with a friend.

It is worth highlighting and cartridges. They quite simply look and not very reliably, from-for what chips on their cases were habitual phenomenon. Often, the set-top box package included a collection cartridge, where 62 or 131 games could be found. Deluxe edition included games such as "Golden axe", "lion King", "Aladdin", "Mortal Kombat" and many others.

1 SEGA MEGADRIVE GOPHER