So, you're probably wondering how the PSP-3000 compares to last year's PSP-2000, the second version of the PlayStation Portable. Check out the pictures below for a side-by-side comparison and decide if you're ready to jump on the PSP, or if it's worth the upgrade from the PSP-1000 or PSP-2000 (see our earlier PSP-1000 vs. PSP-2000 comparison here).
Starting with the face of the PSP-3000 (on bottom), note that the buttons under the screen are all rounded. Oh, and that little hole next to the PSP logo is the newly integrated microphone. The logos shift around a bit too.
Top view: No differences to note. Still as slim.
Back view: Only change is a slimmer ring around the PSP logo on the UMD door. Note that the Mystic Silver PSP-3000 has a matte finish to the glossy sparkle of the Ice SIlver PSP-2000.
The battery compartments and sizes are identical.
Left view: PSP-3000 (on right) has a more rounded edge and the thumbstick is slightly higher. The grip on the PSP-3000 cradles your thumbs easier.
Left view - Memory Stick Compartment: Same design as PSP-2000. It's held up well on the PSP-2000.
The PSP-3000 (left) features a very slight recess in the middle of the button layout. You can also see the rounded edge again.
Right view: The sliding power/sleep switch and battery compartment button. Same form.
Bottom view: Same power and audio/video out ports.
UMD doors are the same (except smaller ring design on PSP-3000).
UMD door view. No notable difference.
Front view: A small hole next to PSP logo hides the newly added PSP mic, probably the biggest upgrade on the PSP-3000 (no more need for the PSP Headset and PSP Mic hardware).
Using the new "Color Space" system settings feature on the PSP-3000 (bottom), the colors appear a bit brighter. Note that PSP Firmware 4.20 comes installed on the PSP-3000. At the time of this writing, the most current downloadable version of the PSP Firmware was 4.05. The Color Space feature has 2 settings: Normal (which will give you same colors as in the PSP-2000) and Wide, which the menu notes: "the system's display will appear more vivid".
Here you can see an off-screen shot taken in a dark environment. The PSP-3000's Color Space WIDE setting allows for a bit more contrast and detail, but at the sacrifice of saturated colors? More below.
Metal Slug close-up picture. Note the colors again. With the PSP-3000's WIDE Color Space on, the colors look desaturated in comparison to the Normal color setting (the only color option on the PSP-2000). Also should note that when navigating the menus, the PSP-3000's display had interlacing-like artifacts when in motion, in Normal and Wide Color Space mode.
That sums up the comparison pics. Overall, the hardware hasn't had dramatic differences as the jump from the PSP-1000 to the PSP-2000. The notable addition is the microphone, which will save you around $20-$30. I'm personally not crazy about the lighter (or brighter) color setting option.
As for what's included and the packaging of the PSP-3000, see below!
Comments
Written by Guest on 2009-04-01 18:44:10great
I am a XI standard student in Meerut,Ind Written by Guest on 2009-04-01 22:47:16 the new psp is definately not what i am gonna buy cause of those horrible screen lines
psp 3000 Written by Guest on 2009-04-05 12:23:14i do like the tv out both psp systems dont like how lite it is fells like your not hollding it
20009 o4 o5 3 39 14 Written by Guest on 2009-04-07 17:41:18 i relly think the psp 3000 is much better than the psp 2000
NEW PSP 3000 aint that bad! Written by Guest on 2009-04-07 19:53:09It shows the bad graphics in the picture there with starwars, but i ahve PSP 3000 and its not as bad as it shows there
PSP 3000 Written by Guest on 2009-04-09 04:37:26i think psp 2000 umd door the ring nicer but psp 3000 a small one that not good
PSP 3000 Written by Guest on 2009-04-10 23:58:36You can just change the brighness setting to normal, so that your PSP 3000 looks just like a PSP 2000.
which gameplay is better? Written by Guest on 2009-04-13 05:58:56 which gameplay is better?
Which One? Written by Guest on 2009-04-13 16:54:12I am getting ready to buy one...which one does everyone recommend?
I LOVE MY PSP 2000 Written by Guest on 2009-04-13 21:57:23
psp 3000 Written by Guest on 2009-04-14 14:45:21I love my psp 3000 !!!
I RATHER BUY PSP 2000 THAN 3000 Written by Guest on 2009-04-14 23:48:26I LIKE PSP 3000 BUT PSP 2000 IS THE BEST FOR ME
Written by Guest on 2009-04-15 14:35:13 i hate psp3000
Memory card limits Written by Guest on 2009-04-15 11:49:52I was also told the 3000 can handle a bigger memorery card. Does anyone have confirmation of the biggest useable memory card (from testing) on each?
yoma 3000 Written by Guest on 2009-04-17 09:44:29psp 2000 has beter color
the thing that i hate about psp-3000 Written by Guest on 2009-04-21 04:57:37U can change the umd door of the 3000, right? i want the 2000 umd door with the big silver ring.
Written by Guest on 2009-04-21 05:01:22i hate the umd door of the psp-3000.
Written by Guest on 2009-04-21 23:59:58WER CAN I BUY CHEAP 2ND HAND PSP 2000 MY BUDGET IS P8000 PESOS
russian_in_china Written by Guest on 2009-04-22 01:33:42is it true that we can't put downloaded games in psp 3000?
PSP 3000 Written by Guest on 2009-04-22 05:37:46I have psp 2000 but it's broken i can buy psp 3000 or buy new psp 2000 what i do???? i Can't choose
Written by Guest on 2009-04-22 08:40:48psp 2000 is same
PSP-2000 Written by Guest on 2009-04-22 20:07:09The changes on the PSP-3000 aren't enough to make me wanna buy one.
PSP-2000 = BEST
haha... Written by Guest on 2009-04-24 22:00:20the 3000 is no reason to buy a new one, but if u need to buy a psp and dont have one, get the 3000. no MAJOR differences.
Written by Guest on 2009-04-25 11:01:27i dont have psp.what should i buy,psp-2000 or psp-3000?
Written by Guest on 2009-04-26 23:18:21u can't hack psp 3000 so i got the 2000 (wich is better
Written by Guest on 2009-04-27 10:26:42Which of the 2 versions can you download games on its memory stick?
Written by Guest on 2009-04-28 10:50:35I find the the new PSP3000 sweet, i have played some hand held consoles before but this is top notch.
thanks a lot Written by Guest on 2009-04-29 02:50:59wow now i'm planning to buy psp 2000 rather than 3000.. thanks a lot for this.. ^^
I don't know??? Written by Guest on 2009-04-29 10:07:04help!!! The psp 2000 has better graphics when playing games. but the 3000 has a better screen and built in mic and its newer!! what should i get??? psp 3000 or 2000??
Which one should i buy?? Written by Guest on 2009-05-01 15:21:42I don`t know x(( 2000 or 3000 ..... i don`t want tha scan lines x((
console lover!!! Written by Guest on 2009-05-04 01:45:46is it true that we can't put downloaded games in psp 3000?
yes because nobody could hack psp3000 until now!!!
Written by Guest on 2009-05-05 19:12:56
Written by Guest on 2009-05-05 22:13:05we can hack psp3000 now!!!
PSP 3000 screen play Written by Guest on 2009-05-06 20:19:52I dont actually own one yet, on the 3000 model can ya choose the older style graphics? they looked far better
PSP 3000 Written by Guest on 2009-05-07 04:30:43I like the 3000 version better,u can change the brightness setting to normal if u have many issues!I recommend the 3000 version better.
Written by Guest on 2009-05-07 08:11:27psp 2000 is the better
ytiti Written by Guest on 2009-05-07 10:51:21Some of you may think that PSP 3000 is the bad one jusst caus you cant play pirated games on it. But you cant deny that that PSP-3000 are better. And if you dont like "Wide colors" you could always set it to "Normal". And one of the big pluses is that it feels better to hold.
Adrian2043 Written by Guest on 2009-05-07 11:03:50Id buy it but only in a value package ....... not crazy about the new screen but like the announcer said it was optional
Psp 2000 better Written by Guest on 2009-05-08 13:02:39its better cuz it can be hacked and u can put downloades gamez on it. psp 3000 cant be hacked and is got them lines. the ring on da umd door look stupid. PSP 2000 is much better. if u own a 3000 and u not plannin 2 hack it then u good. but if u wanna hack it, get a 2000.
i dont know!! Written by Guest on 2009-05-09 16:28:01nullI dont know waht if need to choose... Ik think the PSP-2000 but the PSP-3000 is also good as the 2000 So i dont know what i need to take.. Who can help me? send it to:
Written by Guest on 2009-05-12 10:26:28I own a PSP 3000, and it is truely a fantastic console, I definalty has improved from the previous consoles, 10/10 u lot r jus sayin psp 2000 are better coz u r jus jealous!
for sale psp 2000 ver 4.01 Written by Guest on 2009-05-13 22:57:13 iam selling my brandnew psp 2000 slim at very cheap price email me at
3000 RULZ Written by Guest on 2009-05-14 16:35:42I just bought a PSP 3000 on May 10th and I sure am happy that i didn't be a jerk and go out and buy a PSP last year(PSP 2000).
joms Written by Guest on 2009-05-15 10:46:07 i bought psps 3000 just now and im satisfied on it....very good man!!!
It's not worth it Written by Guest on 2009-05-16 22:01:31I think psp 3000 was just released by sony because they're losing so much money because of the "free" downloadable games. Now, would you rather buy a new psp 3000 that would require you to buy expensive umds just to play or just stick to the old but still the same psp 2000 that allows you play any game that you want for FREE? you choose.
PSP hacks can brick your system Written by Guest on 2009-05-17 11:30:11Bricking your system means it turns it into a useless piece of junk forever(a brick).
Debating Written by Guest on 2009-05-18 20:57:24I think the first screenshot of Darth Vader looks pixelated, except for the vibrant saber as opposed to the PSP 2000's which looks much smoother. Wikiepdia says that the PSP 3000 has a better color gamut also. The 2000 screenshot of metal slug looks better for some reason than the 3000s, or is that just the widescreen color display?
Written by Guest on 2009-05-23 01:18:36im planning on buying a psp (neva had 1 before, first time) and dun know what to get... a 3000 or 2000? but the 3000's screen is so bad.. is there anyway i can change that? please help
Written by Guest on 2009-05-23 03:14:36Psp 3000 is awesome but for me,psp 2000 as its cheaper
Written by Guest on 2009-05-24 00:24:52100 FTWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW
psp 3000 Written by Guest on 2009-05-24 11:34:36i have the psp and the graphics are a little better.
confusing?!? Written by Guest on 2009-05-26 01:32:46Which is better nga ba in terms of every specs? 3000 or 2000? So confused which one to get !!
im confused Written by Guest on 2009-05-26 21:50:21im so cofused 3000 or 2000
psp2000isforme Written by Guest on 2009-05-28 11:37:39i have the psp 2000. and i am happy with it. the changes on the 3000 arent worth upgrading yet
GOGOGO Written by Guest on 2009-05-31 12:29:12PSP GO CONFIRMED ZOMG
which one 2000 orrrrr 3000 Written by Guest on 2009-05-31 12:59:23erm can ya download themes vidios and music on to a psp 3000 man a realy dont no which one to get 2000 or 3000
Written by Guest on 2009-06-01 02:21:17psp 2000 is the best
!!! Written by Guest on 2009-06-01 04:07:20psp 3000 is cool but psp 2000 is cooler
no major difference... Written by Guest on 2009-06-01 13:36:19not much difference except the different symbol on the 'home' button, quite good graphics but wouldnt mind slightly less quality graphics, and the appearance has no effect on gameplay so i would stick with the 2000 series coz theres not much difference except the price.
just stick wit the 2000... Written by Guest on 2009-06-03 00:39:28i have all 3 models, the PSP-1000 feels alot more comfortable than the 2000 n 3000 as for weight and awareness, the PSP-2000 has a better screen, better performance, and finally the PSP-3000, well not much change from 2000 and it should be called PSP-2001 rather than 3000. My opinion stick with 2k for now, also u cant hack 3000...yet!!
men doods Written by Guest on 2009-06-05 03:04:28psp-3000 is tight i am planing to get it this month.I can say a psp-2000 is fine but not like a psp-3000 so just get a psp-3000
PSP 2000 and 3000 are the same Written by Guest on 2009-06-07 01:23:18I think both consoles are practically the same. The main difference I can find in 3000 its the mic, UMD cover and screen.
At least for me, itīs worthless the upgrade.
Good news for PSP 3000 owners: you can hack it now!
Check it out at http://www.dark-alex.org
Written by Guest on 2009-06-08 00:16:42ok i hav been REALLY wanting a psp 3000 but i messed with sum1s da other day and it felt all cheap and like a piece of junk. im not sure if the 2000 is da same way help me!!! i havent held the 2000 so i need sum1 2 tell me if it is like dat. if it isnt im not sure wat ill buy cause da 3000 has a mic and is smaller. the 3000s graphics on the picture up there kinda sucked. please help me!!!!
wayne strong Written by Guest on 2009-06-08 11:42:10which one is the best and look good with the playstation 3
3000 ROCKS Written by Guest on 2009-06-09 02:54:01İ have 3000 its better than 2000 i have firmware im playing all ISO and Cso games
Written by Guest on 2009-06-09 05:48:33I'm Planning To Buy PSP(Never Had Before)...But Which One Should I Choose???PSP3000 Or PSP2000???
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Written by Guest on 2009-06-11 22:39:50gud day is there anyone who can help me to my psp 3000 ver. 4.20 my problem is i cant play iso or cso games plss help me thanks and more power kindly send it to my email
or txt me thru this no. 09279273814 tnx edski
Written by Guest on 2009-06-12 21:48:17DOnT UPDATE PSP 3000! bad luck i updated not know the consequence and u can not hack it! DONT UPDATE... Also ther is an option on the PSP 3000 which allows u to change the pixel dimensions so it will look like the psp 2000
psp wich one shall i choose Written by Guest on 2009-06-13 02:47:00i have psp 2000 but it has lines that are distracting me from playiing what shall i do buy 3000 or repair the mother board? (bah)
hmmm Written by Guest on 2009-06-13 13:45:35not that much of a need to upgrade from 2000 to 3000, no need for mic and screen differences dont sell it for me
info Written by Guest on 2009-06-14 07:24:14Can the psp-2004 be hacked?
Confuse! Written by Guest on 2009-06-14 08:16:06i dont understand abt psp but ... I want to buy one.. so do i buy 2000 or 3000?
clitches Written by Guest on 2009-06-15 19:06:52i have heard that the psp 3000 has more glitches with games. is it true?
froggy Written by Guest on 2009-06-15 20:51:10you can hack the 3000 now with chickhen so im getting a 3000
Leeches Written by Guest on 2009-06-16 06:04:12I think the argument of 'Sony doesn't want you to download, they want you to buy' is a pointless one. Thank you to all the Mr. Obvious out there.
Get a PSP3000 to have the additional features. It'll be cracked eventually. But in the meantime, if you like the game BUY IT. That's what keeps the industry going. We've seen too many cool studios closing down. Might be nice to try to avoid more of that in the future.
dOnt hack! buy & play Written by Guest on 2009-06-16 09:49:01much better if u buy guys buy PSP 3000.....in legal way of having the games u want to play, u must buy not to hack, it'll help to keep the industry going....yah,that's true! as what i've read in The Ecommerce law in the internet that hacking can bring u to jail! so u better buy the new one which is cOoL........i gO fOr PSP 3000!
Written by Guest on 2009-06-16 11:55:30PSP 3000 now is better... psp 3000 has a soft release of hack.... i can now play downloaded games...how is that???huh?? it feels good to own a newer version of PSP...ryt??....
woo hoo i love it Written by Guest on 2009-06-20 00:22:18my psp2000 got broken so i baught the psp 3000 an its awsome
iushdiu Written by Guest on 2009-06-20 18:43:37im goin to get the psp 2000 but im not so shore but still im going to buy it
Written by Guest on 2009-06-20 22:43:26deff getting the 3000 but if u already have the 2000 i rekon its pointless to upgrade the main differance in the 3000 is the mic and the new shape feels better in ur hands + all those ppl huu say that u cant hack the 3000 r liars lol well... when they typed it u proberly couldnt but u can now so if if u dont have a psp or have the fat then deffinately go buy the 3000
parth Written by Guest on 2009-06-26 10:14:19psp 3000 can never be better then psp 2000
psplova Written by Guest on 2009-06-26 14:00:30Guys!!!! Why r u fighting about 3000 and 2000! I have 3000, i like it but i still feel unsatisfied. Not that i want 2000, but just wait into the future! Rite now psp 4000 is coming, and also pspgo. Go to the playstation site to find out more. who know mabye 4000 is better
HELP!!! Written by Guest on 2009-06-28 06:02:11my brother just bought a psp2000 and i want to buy a psp3000 but since i've read tese comments i'm a bit confused!!!
ballinator23 Written by Guest on 2009-06-28 09:44:30I have 2000 but my brother has 3000 and his was cheaper because mine is the God of War LE AND No significant difference
donut dude Written by Guest on 2009-06-28 16:06:41Guys!!! I have a psp 3000 which is ok but wait for the future!! psp 4000 is coming! maybye psp 4000 is cooler than 2000 or 3000!
Getting a psp bundle next month Written by Guest on 2009-07-01 01:59:52Hello I will be getting a psp next month which I been wanting to get for a long time now. But I finally got the money for it and am happy as ever. I was thinking about getting the PSP bundle with the new final fantasy that comes out on Aug 25, 2009. But with the facts above that the psp 3000 has more issue with the system then the 2000. So I don't know which system to get. I like to play games. I have a GF account.. thank god. so I can rent from there. But which to get. Anyways please send me your idea to this email. Thanks
Written by Guest on 2009-07-01 19:58:26psp 2000 can have a cfw, but hacking a psp 3000 is very difficult
. The Piano Black PSP-3000 comes at the end of November in the PSP 3000 Limited Edition 4GB Memory Entertainment Pack
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the new psp is definately not what i am gonna buy cause of those horrible screen lines
i relly think the psp 3000 is much better than the psp 2000 
which gameplay is better?
