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Sony PSP-3000 (PSP Slim & Lite / PSP Brite)

Sony · Handheld 2008 Oem 3

Sony PSP-3000 (PSP Slim & Lite / PSP Brite) is a gaming handheld launched in 2008. Powered by MIPS R4000 (2-core, 222–333 MHz), 64 MB RAM. Features a 4.3" TFT LCD display (480 x 272). 1200 mAh battery. WiFi 4.

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Sony PSP-3000 (PSP Slim & Lite / PSP Brite) is a gaming handheld launched in 2008. Powered by MIPS R4000 (2-core, 222–333 MHz), 64 MB RAM. Features a 4.3" TFT LCD display (480 x 272). 1200 mAh battery. WiFi 4.

The Sony PSP-3000, marketed in PAL regions as the PSP Slim & Lite or PSP Brite, is the 2008 revision of the PlayStation Portable. At its heart is the Allegrex processor, based on the MIPS R4000 architecture, with 2 cores running at 333 MHz, paired with a custom GPU (Rendering Engine + Surface Engine) at 166 MHz and 64 MB of RAM.

Beyond its native PSP library, the console is a capable emulation machine: Game Boy Advance and Sega Genesis / Mega Drive run at full speed, and most SNES games are playable, except for titles using the FX chip. Nintendo 64 and Sega Dreamcast remain mostly unplayable.

The 4.3-inch TFT screen, with a 480 x 272 resolution and 128.3 ppi, is the headline upgrade over the PSP-2000: an increased color range, five times the contrast ratio, halved pixel response time, a new sub-pixel structure and anti-reflective technology to reduce outdoor glare.

Controls include a separated cross D-pad on top, a single analog slidepad below it, 4 face buttons and L1 and R1 shoulder buttons. Dedicated buttons handle volume, brightness, Home and music settings, alongside a wireless LAN switch. The disc tray, logos and buttons were redesigned for this model. It measures 169 x 71 x 19 mm and weighs 189 g. There is no rumble.

The 1200 mAh battery is swappable, and low charge is signaled by a flashing power LED. Charging uses a dedicated DC power port, while connectivity covers USB Mini 2.0, Wi-Fi, a 3.5mm headphone jack, front-facing stereo speakers and a built-in microphone. Using the video-out cable, games can be output to a TV in component or composite video.

Storage relies on Memory Stick PRO Duo, and the proprietary OS can be replaced with a wide range of custom firmware: PRO CFW, GEN, Dark AleX/M33, neur0n's Minimal Edition and Total Noob's Homebrew Enablers. Be aware that modding voids the warranty.

Ideal for: collectors who want the best version of the PSP screen, homebrew enthusiasts, and players looking for a classic handheld for the PSP library plus GBA, Genesis and SNES emulation.
Specs for: Sony PSP-3000 (PSP Slim & Lite / PSP Brite) - Piano Black
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SoC
Allegrex
Model
Allegrex
Architecture
MIPS R4000
Cores
2
Frequency
333 MHz
Instruction Set
MIPS
Chipset
Custom Rendering Engine + Surface Engine
GPU Frequency
166 MHz
Capacity
64 MB
Size
4.3
Technology
TFT
Resolution
480 x 272
Pixel Density (PPI)
128.30
Aspect Ratio
30:17
Lens
Plastic
Battery Type
Swappable Low battery indicator: Flashing Power LED
Capacity
1200 mAh
Analog Sticks
Single slidepad
Stick Placement
Lower
D-Pad
Separated Cross
D-Pad Placement
Upper
Shoulder Buttons
L1, R1
Extra Buttons
Volume +-, Music Settings, Brightness, Home, Wireless LAN Switch
Speaker Type
Dual Stereo
Speaker Position
Front facing
Ports
USB Mini (2.0)
Wi-Fi
WiFi 1
Charge Port
DC Power
Video Output
AV Out through Serial Port
Audio Output
3.5mm Headphone
Card Support
Memory Stick PRO Duo
Operating System
Proprietary
Custom OS Support
PRO CFW, GEN, Dark AleX/M33, neur0n's Minimal Edition, Total Noob's Homebrew Enablers
Dimensions
169 mm x 71 mm x 19 mm
Weight
189 g
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Modifications void warranty

Disassembling this device or installing custom firmware will cancel the manufacturer warranty. Only authorized service personnel should open the unit.

Nintendo · 7 platforms

GB GB
GBC GBC
NES NES
GBA GBA
SNE SNES
NDS NDS
N64 N64

Sega · 2 platforms

MD MD
DC DC

Sony · 2 platforms

PS1 PS1
PSP PSP

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • improved anti-glare screen with higher contrast
  • swappable battery
  • extensive custom firmware support
  • full-speed GBA and Genesis emulation
  • component and composite TV output
  • built-in microphone

Cons

  • single analog slidepad
  • only two shoulder buttons
  • no rumble
  • N64 and Dreamcast mostly unplayable
  • modding voids warranty

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