Refurbished PS5 Disc

Refurbished PS5 Disc Edition

The one thing that sets the Disc Edition apart is that disc drive. If you buy physical games, want access to the second hand market, or like being able to trade titles in, this is the model to go for. It also plays Blu-ray and 4K discs, which the PS5 Digital Edition cannot. Everything else across the two consoles is identical, so the decision really comes down to whether discs matter to you.

Each console is fully tested, cleaned and graded before it goes on sale. You will see the grade on every listing, from A+ Pristine down through A Excellent, B Good and C Grade, so you can decide how much cosmetic wear you are happy with and pay accordingly. A lower grade performs exactly like a top one, it just carries a few more marks from its previous life.

If you are weighing up the wider range first, our refurbished PS5 page covers both editions in one place, and the refurbished PlayStation hub takes you back to the full lineup including the older refurbished PS4 consoles.

Choosing refurbished over new saves you a fair bit against the price of a boxed console and keeps a good machine in use rather than sitting in a drawer. One of our team runs a refurbished Disc Edition at home, so the consoles that leave us are ones we are happy to use ourselves.

FAQs

What is the difference between the PS5 Disc Edition and the Digital Edition?

The Disc Edition has a built in disc drive, so it plays physical PS5 games and Blu-ray discs. The PS5 Digital Edition has no drive and only runs games you download. If you want to buy, sell or lend physical games, the Disc Edition is the one you want. In every other respect the two consoles are the same.

Can I play my old PS4 games on it?

Yes. The PS5 Disc Edition is backward compatible with the large majority of PS4 games, so you can bring your existing library across. If you are still gaming on the older hardware too, our refurbished PS4 range is worth a look. Disc based PS4 games will need the disc in the drive, which is another reason disc buyers tend to prefer this model over the digital one.

What condition will a refurbished PS5 Disc Edition be in?

Each console is graded so there are no surprises. A+ Pristine looks close to new, A Excellent has very light wear, B Good shows some visible marks, and C Grade carries more noticeable signs of use. Whichever grade you choose, the console has been fully tested and works the same. The grade only reflects how it looks.

Does a refurbished PS5 Disc Edition come with a warranty?

Yes, every console is covered by our warranty and returns are straightforward if anything is not right. The exact cover is confirmed at checkout.

Is a refurbished PS5 worth buying over a new one?

For most people, yes. You get the same console and the same performance for less, and a refurbished unit has been properly checked over before sale, which a brand new boxed one has not. It is also the greener choice, since it keeps a working console in circulation. You can compare current stock on our refurbished PS5 page.