How to Change the Battery in a PlayStation Vita FAT OLED Model

Hi, this video shows you how to change the internal battery in a PS Vita original model with the OLED screen. The batteries cost approx. £10 to £20 and all you need is a small Phillips #00 Screwdriver (crosshead), a small flat head screwdriver and a spudger (flat thin plastic tool) may come in handy to prise the PS Vita apart.
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The process is quite easy to do and then the Vita battery life will be like new again.
Many thanks Vince

[@Coffeeology]

THIS VIDEO IS GOLD! I used it to replace the battery on my OLED Vita. His instructions were clear and the video focuses on what you need to see. Also the tip about using paper as a template was GOLD. If you're looking to replace your battery, WATCH THIS VIDEO. Have it up while you're doing the replacement and you'll be back up and running in 20 minutes.

[@Mymatevince]

Thank you:-)

[@sabiantappers7064]

I got the job done in time, Thank you

[@Oravankarva]

I haven't done it yet, just came to see how is done. I like watching this kind of videos. BUT this guy and video must be the most well explained, focused, detailed "how to" video i ever seen.

[@KJMProductions92]

Completely agree, followed his guide to the letter and it made this whole thing a much smoother affair!

[@mannotwiththeplan]

This video: let me focus on the tricky parts and do them a couple of times for you to see. Other videos: scene cuts and the tricky part is magically done.

[@CodeSnowy]

Can I have this guy as my life instructor? He is so good at explaining, I am already pretty handy with electronics and do phone repairs and this video was amazing, so good for newcomers Well done sir

[@bemindful5730]

Thanks just did my repair today. Long live the vita!

[@FerrariF108]

Amen!

[@pmode4]

I just replaced my OLED Vita's battery a few minutes ago thanks to this video. The paper is a good tip, though I organize my workspace by placing the screws at appropriate areas on the table (screws on left go on left side of table, etc.). The Vita came apart easily and knowing where the wires and ribbons were made the rest of the job a breeze. Thanks for the video!

[@nrikhy2793]

Nice video. The components inside are so delicate. I don’t know why the manufacturers make it difficult to replace a battery, it’s so planet unfriendly. Imagine taking out your vita after a couple of months and finding the battery dead. Most people would just put it back and assume the device is dead. Also the rechargeable batteries should be made a standard , like aaa and aa batteries , so they are easier to find and replace.

[@SurrenderedByGraceMinistry]

I love these videos, The OLED VITA is easier to remove and re-attach the back plate. The LCD VITA requires more effort to reconnect the ribbon cable.

[@lwvmobile]

Wow, that was surprisingly a lot easier than I imagined it would be. Its convenient the battery pack was placed on the back panel. Luckily, my 6-7 year old Vita battery still holds a good charge, but in the future, I'll at least know its a pretty simple swap out procedure.

[@ndreamon]

Bro, I just successfully replaced my battery. Thanks to you and this video, it went well although I have zero experience in this kind of thing. You made it so simple!

[@Sword8808]

When you said to use the screwdriver to pry up the connector, I had questioned it. I thought it could cause a short and damage the motherboard. I should have listened to myself. I used the screwdriver and then there was a spark from where the screw tip touched one of the metal contacts below the connector. Vita is still working at the moment, not sure if there is any permanent damage yet. Don't use a screw driver to pry it up, use plastic tool

[@101elesdee]

Excellent video. Nice and organized. Thank you. The type of ribbon connector was the determining factor on whether I swapped batteries. I've broken the ones that have a thin bar that flips up and down to clamp the ribbon.

[@Cyranek]

thanks for the great video with the right amount of focus on each step. ps vita is working like new :D

[@eclpsecomics]

Bought a friend's old vita to try out Persona 4 Golden, after a month ran into the battery life issue and followed your guide once I've bought a battery, I appreciate the help and breakdown on what to do about it :)

[@el787]

Eclipse Comics Wey aye, I’m gonna fix my battery so I can play it cause ion feel like playing it on PC since I want the authentic experience

[@S_Edward_Campbell]

Thanks man. I was about to throw away my PSvita. I thought there was no way I could fix it. Saw your video and thought I would give it a try and back in business. The business with the paper is just brilliant. Thanks again mate.

[@playstion33]

Thank you! I Have had my dead ps vita for a few years now and had no idea that all I needed to do is change the battery!

[@rapscallion3506]

Great production values... I am sure it was a pain in the ass to hunch over the camera while you were performing the work. RESPECT and thanks.

[@Ivan5642]

Vince you've done very well with this video. I appreciate the guidance, not only on my behalf but as well as on the behalf of those who didn't thank you. For whatever that is worth.. Cheers man I wish you health and wealth!

[@iyeetsecurity922]

I've done the same thing with drawing where the screws go. I ended up getting a silicone mat with little magnetic spots to keep the screws organized too, but the doodle definitely helps us who just do occasional fixes. And pictures. I take pictures of each step to make sure I put it back together correctly.

[@robertkennedy6397]

Great video, love how you focus on the important parts when disconnecting the ribbon and battery cable, and all the little tips. Thanks Vince.

[@stuffstoconsider3516]

Just did my repair. You just saved me a lot of money and time as I was planning to go to a repair shop. Amazing.

[@silentbungaming3147]

Hands done the most helpful guide for this on the internet.

[@tonyc4777]

Thanks for making this man. I got the new battery in and now it's ready for use!

[@axeratedmofo]

Great guide! My old vita died a few months back so bought a Slim, then saw this video and bought a battery for my OLED and followed this guide and it now works like a charm. Now, which one should I use for homebrew...

[@NC.311]

I don't have a PS Vita and still watched the whole video. Great job!

[@madcat4563]

I was just curious how the inside looks. But this is a very detailed video on how to change the battery. Will probably do it now, when I need to.

[@roscoe75]

Your video is GREAT!!!! Followed your instructions and 15 minutes later new battery installed. Thanks again.

[@Raeprim]

Great video. I changed it successfully. The only thing i had problems with was separating the bottom part. But i used the guidance here, i separated the top first and inched my way to the bottom with the flat screwdriver, using it to pry it open carefully. Thanks a lot.

[@KJMProductions92]

Much appreciated! Amazing guide, was able to crack my vita open and the surgery was a success 😷

[@macimay]

Thank you for your video! I just received my 2nd hand ps vita and replaced the battery by following your instructions. I found that it is easier than I thought.

[@jerichomagno3301]

Wow this is the most detailed newb diy i've watched, actually i can't breath while watching this it's very heart pounding thanks now i can face my fear of disassembling my vita to replace the battery, question about the battery wire is there a chance that you could put it back wrong like on the other side or it doesn't matter?, sorry for my english.

[@blutkrank]

A huge thank you!!! You just saved me a couple hundred bucks, i was about to buy a new one! Like and subscribed😁

[@BLKBRDSR71]

13:40 "The male will just go into the female" You know where my mind went when I heard that.

[@ksojoel]

it was named specially to the mind go there.

[@raymondnieves3710]

Thanks Bro! Just replace my Original Battery that I got at Launch day! Your video was awesome! And the zoom in made all the difference! You are a hero! GREAT GREAT WORK!!

[@jaydishaw5279]

Vince really is my KZbin mate :) Thanks for all the informative and entertaining content!

[@Biscuit1973]

This video is really gold because I am trying to learn from this video how to install a rechargeable battery inside of a portable gaming consul like that one in the video, even though I have the tools and the talent to work on small items like this because I’ve done this before on the PS four gaming console a few years back during the time when it needed a cooling fan installed.

[@amcnaughton100]

Long time subscriber right from the start, I've just bought a ps vita which needs it's battery replaced. As alway fantastic vine. 👏

[@SIR_K_Daddy]

Hey Vince, wanted to give you a shout out and thank u for this video. My first electronics fix was replacing the battery in my Vita last night. Really appreciate u breaking it down for us noobs. Keep up the great videos

[@dworthy6625]

Amazing tutorial. Replaced battery without any fuss. Thank you.

[@turbotron]

This was IMMENSELY helpful and completely resurrected my Vita. :) Cheers and thanks so much for posting this!

[@karla4799]

Thank you so much for this video. I thought my Vita was gone but used this video to replace the battery and it's back to working.

[@Astig_808]

Great Video! Very Clear in every bit of the video. Video was focused in all the main parts. Your the Man. That paper screws idea was Awesome 👍

[@gregsword1188]

GREAT video m8! Was easy to follow, clear and precise. Had no problem getting my battery installed following along with your video. Thanks!!!

[@jakedrake3660]

also repairing consoles is like surgery so nerve racking HAHA!!! great video

[@longso453]

Absolutely Awesome video didn't know the battery could even be replaced. Many Thanks

[@ethefunfetti]

Thank you very much! I've had my Vita since launch day. This tip saved it from the old electronics bin.

[@peteradamski]

Such a great video!! Very detailed and easy to follow. Great job!

[@cool_boy1108]

Thanks for the help I didnt know how to do it but this video helped me a lot thank you so so much much

[@Mymatevince]

No problem.....Thanks for watching and leaving a comment :-)

[@thesandman775]

Great video. That paper template trick is on point, too

[@andywild7748]

Thanks for the help, very well put together video. Such a cool system. Keep it up!

[@Airik1111bibles]

THANKYOU FOR THE RIBBON REMOVAL CLOSE UPS ...many vids act like you should know what's happening you show it😁 Awesome tutorial.

[@TheSoberg]

Amazing video!! Wonderfully done, very easy to understand and makes me confident to try this now.

[@SlyBrotha77]

Dam such a great video! Super detailed and informative. Hella good job man thanks!!!

[@eticketride]

I know it's a pain to do all that while recording it with a camera. Thank you for taking the time. w-

[@edwinshang104]

THANK YOU so much! easy to follow and worked like a charm. Great and easy tutorial! Really appreciate it!

[@wakata22]

I've finally managed to replace it thanks to you, dude!

[@biezulbub669]

Omg I just replaced the original battery in my launch OG Vita using this video thank you so much this was great!!!

[@user-bs4ck6zy8v]

Sweet!!! I did it in 15 mins 20 max thank you so much man. Love from the U.S. 👏🏽👍🏽🤓😬😎✌🏽

[@dpg2004]

Thank you, great tutorial. My day 1 Vita started showing inconsistent battery reports, just got around to changing it today.

[@jalex23]

Thanks a lot! Just changed my battery after watching your vid and it was a breeze!!!

[@niveklean22]

Very great video. Thanks a lot. Now I'm not afraid to replace the battery. In some point. Exellent tutorial. You got now, a new suscriber!

[@weisburgh]

Damn I was worried about doing this, this guy gives me confidence to do it!!!

[@Jack_BT-7274]

Thank you! Gets stressful with a 10yr old machine, bad eyes, & that possible F-up on a cable ribbon... luckily I have a badass teacher. Thanks again!!

[@CarlosSantos-jq3ry]

Thanks mate, just finished replacing it! This is a brilliant video!

[@elmoffiq]

Thank you so much. This video give me the confidence to do it. And I did it perfectly, thanks to you!

[@hw3813]

The plastic spudger is meant to pull off the ribbon connectors. The metal screw driver can scratch up the motherboard and tear up the cables. Just a little fyi there. Forgot to mention that a guitar pick is EXCELLENT for prying open phones and things of this sort as well.

[@steviewonder8207]

Excellent video many thanks got my original ps vita back to full power!!!!

[@whylekat]

This was great! so easy to understand!!

[@shanko90]

This was hugely helpful, thank you very much !

[@Cromadda]

Very detailed video! Awesome work :)

[@Seamus2900]

Great Video, Changed my battery using this guide without a problem. Thanks :-)

[@danielrhodesfolio]

You, sir, are a gentleman and a scholar!

[@antoni6269]

awesome video! Great step by step and very detailed.

[@cfc3972]

great video helped me out replacing the battery on my oled vita , thanks alot

[@alanpatterson820]

Thank you, for this informative video.

[@TheGamerGuy1981]

The OLED model was much easier than the slim model IMO due to the easier to work with ribbon cable.

[@justinkitton5492]

Thanks for the video, just replaced my battery using this

[@jessmartinez539]

Helped me with my replacement. Thanks!

[@RetroTuna]

Thanks mate for the guide nice and easy to do.

[@AWESOMEvance]

Fantastic guide. Thank you so much!

[@FerrariF108]

Excellent video mate, thanks so much!

[@jigzyonline2]

Handy for the future, thanks!

[@nnnmmm1987]

Thank you for the detailed instructions It helped a lot

[@AndyGilleand]

This is a very helpful video but dear lord why do they make it this complicated? MY Vita barely lasted over 2 hours in a 2D game so yeah I need a new battery. At least it's not expensive but ugh.

[@j0nh2bad]

Thanks Brother , 2021 ! New battery, and bigger

[@monstar.x9315]

I did everything in your video and it made a popping sound I made sure the ribbon was in and other one too. The orange light on but it won't go on maybe need to charge long

[@justinr9784]

So my Vita still has it's original battery from 2014 or god knows when. I used it heavily for a while but slowly stopped so it's been sitting in it's case for 4-5 years untouched. Is it necessary to at least remove the old battery? Is it gonna swell and ruin the unit?

[@chanedward3214]

Very detailed instructions.

[@devisback3698]

Flawlessly described tutorial..thank you. Just a question...battery replacement won't delete your game data..right?

[@shreksdadiscool]

Correct

[@silasmartinez3213]

Very much appreciated. Thank you good sir

[@OnTheFarm1984]

Thanks for the help! I got the vita the year it was released and my battery wouldn’t last 10 minutes off of the charge.

[@trevorlawrence7531]

Thanks a million for this helpful guide

[@VictorGonzalez-vj6jy]

Great video, thanks for the help!

[@mushisenpai7611]

Have you ever made a a video on how to tear it down and replace the lcd front panel and frame? I cant find a clear video anywhere! I have a PCH 1101

[@aaronmurgatroyd5810]

Great video thanks mate!

[@Keyboardwarrior3000]

Awesome video thank you … now i only need a ps vita 😅

[@steeeven84]

Nice tip with this sheet of paper! 😊😊

[@mrnobody4065]

Thank you so much 😀😀😀

[@3lcost3]

Hey Vince, great video. I bought a PS Vita a week ago, a second hand and I'm constantly getting this error: "an error has occurred the ps vita system will be powered off" it happens with or without hack, with or without the memory card, while playing or on the main menu it just happens randomly. Someone suggested it might be that the battery is damaged, do you think replacing it would solve the problem? Thank you for any answers.

[@dorian4426]

You just got yourself a new sub.

[@Roman9441]

Thank you for video really good > < i may buy ps vita second hand and this video make me think it not hard to replace battery , Thank you so much for detail how to replace it

[@Hoto74]

compared to other devices it is really easy, nothing clued or so. Sony made the Fat Vita really easy repairable, don't know how it looks on the slim, only opened my Fat one for now.

[@Asteroburger]

Good video, ty^^ Is this battery is better than the original ?