Sony PlayStation Vita 2000 (PCH-2000) Review
SONY · 2014-05-01
The PSV 2000 is a slim, lightweight handheld console with a 5-inch LCD touchscreen, improved battery life, and 1GB internal storage. It plays PS Vita, PSP, and emulated retro games.
Overview
The Sony PlayStation Vita 2000 (PCH-2000) is a refined version of the original PS Vita, launched in May 2014. It features a slimmer, lighter plastic body (219g) and a 5-inch LCD touchscreen with 960×544 resolution. The device retains the dual analog sticks, front/rear cameras, and motion sensors. It includes 1GB of internal storage and supports PS Vita memory cards and microSD via adapter.
Key Specs Highlights
- CPU: Cortex-A9 MPCore (4 cores, 800 MHz - 2.0 GHz)
- GPU: PowerVR SGX543MP4+ (200 - 800 MHz)
- RAM: 512 MB
- Storage: 1 GB internal + external PS Vita Memory Card / microSD
- Display: 5.0-inch LCD, 960×544, 220.7 PPI, 60Hz
- Battery: 2210 mAh
- Connectivity: WiFi 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 2.1
- Weight: 219 g
- Dimensions: 183.6 x 85.1 x 15 mm
Who It Is For
The PSV 2000 is ideal for gamers who want access to the PS Vita library, PSP games, and retro emulation (FC, GB, GBA, GBC, Neo Geo, SNES, MD, PS1, N64, CPS1-3, and some ports). It's also great for those who prefer a lighter handheld with longer battery life compared to the original PS Vita.
Buying Notes
No official price is available. The PSV 2000 is discontinued but can be found used. Note that it lacks a vibration motor and active cooling. Video output requires a proprietary dock. The LCD screen is less vibrant than the original OLED model. Ensure you have compatible memory cards for game saves and downloads.
| CPU | Cortex-A9 MPCore |
|---|---|
| GPU | PowerVR SGX543MP4+ |
| RAM | 512 MB |
| Name | PSV 2000 |
| Alias | PlayStation Vita (PCH-2000) |
| Brand | SONY |
| Weight | 219 g |
| Battery | 2210 mAh |
| Cooling | None |
| Storage | 1 GB internal & external PS Vita Memory Card, external SD card |
| Speakers | Dual stereo |
| Grip Type | Horizontal |
| Processor | Custom SoC |
| Vibration | None |
| Dimensions | 183.6 mm x 85.1 mm x 15 mm |
| Screen PPI | 220.7 |
| Body Colors | White, Black, Blue, Khaki, Green, Pink |
| Screen Size | 5.0 inches |
| Screen Type | LCD touchscreen |
| Audio Output | 3.5mm headphone jack |
| Connectivity | 802.11b/g/n WiFi, Bluetooth 2.1 |
| Release Date | 2014 / 05 |
| Screen Ratio | 16:9 |
| Video Output | Via proprietary dock |
| CPU Frequency | 800 MHz - 2.0 GHz |
| Other Sensors | Front and rear cameras, microphone, three-axis gyroscope, three-axis accelerometer, digital compass |
| Shell Material | Plastic |
| Operating System | Custom system |
| Screen Resolution | 960 × 544 |
| GPU Core Frequency | 200 MHz - 800 MHz |
| Screen Refresh Rate | 60Hz |
| CPU Cores and Threads | 4 cores 4 threads |
| Emulator Game Support | PSV native games, PSP games, emulator games (FC/GB/GBA/GBC/NEOGEO/SFC/MD/PS1/N64/CP1/CPS2/CPS3), some ported games |