I Turned a PS4 into a Handheld Console

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Can you make the PlayStation 4 into a handheld portable console? In this video, I set to find out if it's possible, practical, or simply madness!
I take a PS4 and strip it down to it's bare essentials, add some custom parts, and squeeze it all together in the smallest form factor I could design.
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[@Marekk_2k]

This is the real PlayStation Portal that everyone has been waiting for

[@igreshi]

If you want a portable playstation then get a steam deck, it runs even gow ragnarok at a good framerate! and you get to have some tinkering in software if you'd like

[@DrakeDaraitis]

The steam deck is literally the PS4 level performance at switch level battery life.

[@AltCutTV]

This one plays Bloodborne. 🦑

[@SeatBeIt]

Breh it's just a streaming thing

[@xezeraxundlu7426]

@@DrakeDaraitisIt does not have the same battery life as a switch. Without tinkering the setting steamdeck has 1 hour of gameplay with big AAA titles. The switch has 3-4 hours of battery with the same games

[@UrLocalDlender228]

People with these kind of skills are real life wizards

[@abates044]

I had pretty much the same design in my head had no way of knowing how to do it. It was a shower idea

[@TheMeanArena]

If he's not already sitting on a bucket of cash, he really could be mass producing these.

[@RiziusProductions]

@@TheMeanArena lol sony would execute him in 3 hours

[@bororobo3805]

​@@TheMeanArena hmmm. Sonny would come after him

[@TheMeanArena]

@@bororobo3805 Nope! No different than selling a PS4 on ebay. You just rearranged the parts and did some modifications.

[@Belks1453]

2014: Gamecube portable 2024: PS4 portable Time is a flat circle and i love it

[@quelldieu7263]

next one will be on 2034

[@dragonesmiguel]

​@quelldieu7263 thanks for the video can you try a ps3 please

[@TheRobben98]

well technically there is no real portable gamecube they are all modded wii consoles because their boards can be trimmed down more, use less power and because of that also put out less heat, and well the wii chip is just a beefed up gamecube chip anyway, like the wiiu is a beefed up wii chip, which can run also gamecube games without emulation layers between

[@dragonesmiguel]

@@TheRobben98 how about ps3 you think is possible

[@TheRobben98]

@@dragonesmiguel even the latest super slim consumes 190w of power, with a screen attached it will rise up to 195-200w, i don’t really think it’s worth that hustle

[@siddhidchoudhary2082]

This is crazy man, absolutely loved it. This is the real PSP 2.0 which a bunch of folks from playstation aren’t able to figure out by now. God knows what else you can achieve with a proper team. God Bless you man.

[@RestoreTechnique]

@@siddhidchoudhary2082 Thanks heaps man

[@blitzronin9256]

Don't be misguided it's not about the team, it's about the execs they don't deem this profitable.

[@ShankMods]

This is SERIOUSLY impressive, and has turned some heads in the portablizing scene. It's crazy how much you were able to accomplish using a blend of old-school portablizing techniques and modern tools. You should definitely make a post on the bitbuilt forums. I would absolutely love to see how far you could take a version 2 of this with help from the community.

[@ShankMods]

Like a custom BMS and regulator board could cut down a lot on power consumption and heat, and help with battery life. I bet you could benefit from Benge's or RedHerring32's bms design. Subbing out the HDMI/mini HDMI for 19 pin FFC connectors could save you a lot of space and headache. Magnet wire for data lines can save you space and improve data integrity... Lots of small stuff that can add up and really benefit. I'm sure the scene would be happy to help out! :)

[@zenithowo]

i like to see is there possible to cut power consumption of ps4

[@rastamouse7861]

Shanky! what's up bud?!

[@florida_sucks]

hope he sees this. also shank we need more videos

[@philipkeds328]

Bitbuilt from my experience and others have been unfortunately pretty toxic to newcomers. So many members on there have this "I sit on a pedestal/I know everything" attitude. Let's face it if this was posted on Bitbuilt, it would be torn apart by the "rats nest" wires, hot glue, ignorance of not using custom pcb design/ffc cables/proper regulators/wiring/etc. OP if you see this, honestly just stick to KZbin and don't get involved with communities like this. You want to appeal to the general public and not hard core people.

[@JohnWhite-te9vk]

Congratulations,bro. I really appreciate the fact that you didnt get disheartened by the setbacks and continued to push until it was complete. Beautiful stuff.

[@RestoreTechnique]

@@JohnWhite-te9vk thanks mate 👍

[@egordobryak3057]

The varity and level of skills required to create this at home is truly incredible. It's so inspiring to see, man. You're seriously talented. Subbed

[@RestoreTechnique]

Thanks so much mate 😃

[@BLBAZ]

@@RestoreTechnique Bro I have one Note, if you make another portable at the future please do not draw a line or text on the portable face just like these two blue line, just leave it Normal and simple more better, thanks, and let me know if you try to sell this portable

[@k-yo]

I totally agree. If I were retired this would definitely be a hobby I would love to dig into. Seems incredibly fun and creative!

[@alvallac2171]

*variety

[@egordobryak3057]

@@alvallac2171 Thank you. Genuinely missed that.

[@Solder_king]

I have seen a lot of portable consoles and this is by far the coolest one with the best documentation approach. I love your process and editing! I wish I had a fraction of your editing style. Awesome all the way around!

[@RestoreTechnique]

@@Solder_king Thanks so much mate✌️

[@L0voss]

Wtf is this masterpiece just so casually uploaded to YT man. We should create songs in ur honor or something. My god im f impressed right here.

[@RestoreTechnique]

Haha cheers my dude 😄

[@Ilyathishamdleisnotavalib]

​@RestoreTechnique he is not the only one. I am very impressed as well and i freaking love it. U earned another subcriber keep up the great work

[@igordasunddas3377]

"Gaming, gaming, gaming...." *sings*

[@-pROvAK]

Impressed by a giant useless brick. Lmao

[@bluekirbyrocks]

​@@-pROvAKjealous

[@bl00dh4nd5]

It pisses me off that a man in a shed can make a ps4 portable, but the multi billion dollar company doesn’t have the balls to build an official one. 😡

[@BoredInTheComments]

It's not a matter of if they can or not. The only reason they won't do it is because they think it won't make enough money.

[@DowneyMax]

Nintendo is at it

[@Penguuproduction]

HMM WONDER WHY, NOT LIKE YOU HAVE TO MAKE 500 MILLION UNITS AND HOW MUCH PRICE IS OH DON'T FORGET TO MENTION CUSTOM MAKING EVERYTHING, DESIGN IT AND PRINTING THEM

[@anamositykilla2190]

And he did it with my new favorite tool.... a dremel lol

[@anamositykilla2190]

​@@DowneyMaxNintendo Switch *Cough Cough

[@jamesdenmark1396]

People are talking about PlayStation and totally overlooking what this guy just accomplished. Damn, amazing work, man! I've been coding for 20 years, and I always tell people the easiest thing is writing code to render something on a screen. What you're doing is incredible. I can’t even imagine how you test or reorganize the hardware when mistakes happen. There’s absolutely no room for error in hardware building. Damn…

[@RestoreTechnique]

@@jamesdenmark1396 thanks a lot dude 🙏

[@H4VOK_YT]

Lol i find coding harder than hardware

[@markpineda4269]

@@RestoreTechnique Can I buy that?

[@thefallenfaith1986]

​@@RestoreTechniquePlease, please, please start making more of these and selling them somewhere. I want one...

[@catacocamping874]

@@thefallenfaith1986why it trash. You be complaining about the battery and the weight of the thing and it just be a paper weight

[@shaneelsukul1560]

I wish I had this kind of knowledge on technology. Very impressive

[@Shsisofofjensjskkf]

No one born knowing it, you can get here with the right material/work over time

[@toastyboye]

Wow, one of the few times I see a KZbinr DIYing tech and I'm not screaming at the screen all the problems they're doing. Great design, smart choices, amazing.

[@RestoreTechnique]

@@toastyboye Thanks so much 😀

[@AlexGamingConsole]

Where's your channel?

[@RDHMT24]

the entire point of diy is in the name 😂 there is no wrong way.

[@retroferret3424]

yet you got no diy vids to speak of. backseating is easy when you arent doing shit

[@eristheslayer]

You are an authoritative figure on DIY handheld?

[@Tkgenius]

When you’re intelligent and add in hard work, consistency you truly enjoy a life high above the rest! This is INCREDIBLE!

[@RestoreTechnique]

I appreciate that!

[@-pROvAK]

This is useless lol, even a midrange phone from 2018 with Winlator is superior

[@bluekirbyrocks]

​@@-pROvAKMan 2018 mid rangers can't even run dolphin what are yapping about?

[@m.i.a5125]

@@-pROvAK which part makes you think that this item is useless, is there a phone that can play ps4 games? (sorry for my bad english)

[@m.i.a5125]

@@RestoreTechnique bro build something amazing without a factory 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@shinenight]

God damn, from the soldering, trimming, 3d modeling, power management, troubleshooting and redesign. Mad man. Awesome Plus Ultra

[@godz2928]

It’s crazy how a powerful ps4 console can be portable… and now with the switch 2 with a slim design but with a ps4 power. It’s just crazy how gaming is advancing

[@osamafaisal7640]

As an engineer, im absolutely thrilled to see what you can craft with creativity and dedication. Really liked how you kept testing and refining your design because the biggest problem in this application would be to deal with the heat generation from a fricking ps4 inside a little box 😂 Great work 👏🏼🙌🏼

[@RestoreTechnique]

@@osamafaisal7640 thanks very much sir

[@GameDynastyPro]

Yeah, heat is the only issue

[@edselfajardo881]

Sir, you are a genius to learn all of these electronic skills. This is beyond DIY. Edit: removed the "boring" part as people hate boredom.

[@PandoraMan-o9m]

Do it yourself in your mini engineer lab at home if you are talented in multiple engineering fields...

[@omsisill6195]

Dudes a genius

[@tjlingram]

Welcome to ADHD. if you can learn to use it to you power as much as possible you can achieve Great feets. though there are some with adhd that are prety fucking stupid but not always.

[@FarwaZeeshan-p6j]

Bro had to comment without making any sense.

[@FarwaZeeshan-p6j]

Boredom does not have shyte to do with great masterpiece level creativity

[@Treylopez1997]

The fact that you were able to make this with parts you just bought or printed shows that Sony could totally make a full spec and sleek portable PlayStation that does all the the home console can do would be totally awesome

[@FraserSouris]

Sony doesn't build true portables anymore not because they can't but more because they don't want to. The issue is the business rather than the technology. Consider the Switch. The Switch worked for a few reasons: -1- Nintendo's always had a healthy handheld line even before the Switch with the 3DS and -2- Nintendo never focussed on raw graphical power as a selling point. Meaning even though the Switch is 2 generations behind the PS5, Nintendo's main games are stylized enough that they function fine at a PS3/360/WiiU level of power. And -3- Nintendo was already making games at a WiiU level of power with the WiiU. And the 3DS was weaker than the WiiU. So they don't need to rework how they make WiiU games and 3DS style games get a power boost. Essentially, letting them continue as normal and only support 1 system. The Steam Deck has the advantage that it can access Steam. And if the user is already a Steam user, then their library carries over automatically. Valve doesn't need to make games for the Steam Deck. They just have to make things easier for other devs and improve Proton. The Steam Deck continues to get new games just by existing. None of these advantages apply to Sony. Sony's MO with the PS4 and now PS5 is graphically intense games. That's why the PS5 is designed to have Ray Tracing and stuff. And this is also why the Vita failed. The Vita came out in an awkward position. It was sold as "console quality games on the go". But it wasn't powerful enough to run most PS3 games well (see Borderlands 2 and The Amazing Spider-Man 1). But making games for the VITA was still more expensive than making games for iOS or the 3DS. And those games, even if ported to the PS3/PS4, weren't on the level of Native PS3/PS4 games (see Assassin's Creed Liberation. Or how Gravity Rush and Tearaway were essentially remade for the PS4 version). If Sony released a PS4 Portable, they'd likely be repeating the same situation as the VITA. Devs would need to prioritize whether to support the portable version and thus not make a "Full PS5 Version" as that would be limited by the portable version. Or prioritize the PS5 version and either skip the PS4 Portable or make a heavily downgraded version of that for it. This is also an issue Xbox is facing with the Series S. The Series S is so much weaker than the Series X that devs have to choose between compromising X games to fit the S or compromising S games to fit the X. Sony's resources are also already split between the PS5 and the PSVR2. Adding a PS4 Portable means Sony would need to allocate studios to make games for it over the PS5 and PSVR2 to keep it competitive with the Switch and Steam Deck. From a business perspective, it's smarter to avoid a Vita/Series S situation and avoid making a handheld.

[@CatwaiiYT]

​@@FraserSouristhanks for the analysis

[@themonsterunderyourbed9408]

​@@FraserSouris what a BS take. It's easier than ever to modify a game to make it perform better on weaker hardware... Not to mention the new frame generation AIs like DLSS, FSR and PSSR. Vita failed because of expensive and proprietary memory sticks and lack of game releases in North America. If they had released all the JRPGs they did in Japan in North America, it would have helped allot. As for the steam deck, people have large libraries of digital games on the PSN too. Sony doesn't do it because they hate their customers and only do what's good for their bottom line.

[@FraserSouris]

@@themonsterunderyourbed9408 *>"It's easier than ever to modify a game to make it perform better on weaker hardware... Not to mention the new frame generation AIs like DLSS, FSR and PSSR. ""Vita failed because of expensive and proprietary memory sticks and lack of game releases in North America. If they had released all the JRPGs they did in Japan in North America, it would have helped allot. "

[@thrrax]

@@themonsterunderyourbed9408 I've worked with Xbox and PS consoles for over seven years. In order to make games for them, you need to dumb them down a lot (visuals, performance, control response time) to compensate for having a weaker hardware (this is one of the reasons why cross-platforming for most games is a waste of time). And in order to make the same games be playable on an even weaker hardware in the form of a handheld, you'd have to dumb them down even more. DLSS, FSR and PSSR is dumbing down and they have their limitations. Look at Wukong. If it were to truly take advantage of the U5 capabilities, nobody would be able to play the game with reasonable performance. I mean, sure, the game looks good, but they could've obtained the same looks on U4 without the need of dumbing it down. Fraser's analysis is quite good as to why SONY isn't interested in investing in a new "handheld". Even the Switch is not a true handheld.

[@Spaniard47]

Holy cow, the finished product looks extremely cohesive and polished. 90 minutes of runtime on a full-blown home console is outrageously good, especially considering the form factor.

[@RestoreTechnique]

@@Spaniard47 Cheers mate

[@awara4464]

I watched the whole vid without even knowing what you're talking about it's just amazing 🔥🔥

[@abigbat]

same honestly. Nodding along happily, understanding nothing.

[@RestoreTechnique]

@@abigbat 😆

[@ZackToSmooth]

SAME

[@prodigal4210]

Lol

[@ItsSamStone]

Same lmao

[@StarCo11]

All 28 minutes 😮 wanted to say one thing. “I am speechless” 👍👏 Dedication, mastery and courage! I salute you Sir.

[@stuartchapman7934]

I think I'm not alone in saying that Sony need to sub-contract in your services and literally throw money, resources and a skilled team of assistants at you . . . what you achieved here just on your own is nothing short of Incredible. 👏👏👏

[@BigDsRc517]

I had no idea you could cut up a board and just make it work, the wiring and power to create this is amazing I thought my add adhd was bad 😂

[@collinE83]

I’m so glad this popped into my feed. What a real treat. I did an Xbox360 laptop back in 2009, but it was still a beast. Between battery tech improving, the PS4 slim looking nearly as small as the PS2 slim, and tiny HD screens with HDMI support, you really were able to make something amazing here. Great work!

[@PJRNWY]

How did you do the 360 laptop? I wanna try something similar

[@collinE83]

@ I had it all documented with pictures on the benheck forums back in the day, but I don’t think those are up anymore. I removed the case, relocated the disc drive to sit next to the motherboard, made new copper heat sinks that were thinner but more surface area, added more fans, but smaller to fit a thinner case, I took apart a 19” LCD monitor and wired that to the console and then made a new case out of plastic sheets for the top and bottom housing. Wasn’t a macbook air, but was still thinner than the 360 console and could still be around in a backpack. No batteries though.

[@WilliamLunn-br3ot]

​@@collinE83 That's really cool

[@CyanJay]

Im going to tell you this Mr RT. You need to share this video in every page posible, ur making history and easily is going to appear in the videos of hundreds of youtubers talking about this amazing achievement in the enginner. Glad to be part of this channel since the last year ✌️

[@RestoreTechnique]

@@CyanJay Thanks so much buddy! I certainly hope it goes viral 😄

[@wassimwassimos8925]

​​@@RestoreTechniqueit should go viral i mean the ps4 maker "sony" couldnt do it instead they gave us a portal which is useless without a ps5 and ps4 makers are in the shadows taking notes😂😂😂this is a great work keep it up buddy 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@RestoreTechnique]

@@kupferrohr But then I don't get views from it do I? They just watch it on the other website? I need to look into this 🧐

[@WaRn00b85]

I've got a bit of a thing for DIY mobile console mods, and I must say... DUDE! This is by far the best iteration of a PS4 handheld I've seen to date! I can only imagine how much time and effort went into this. Well done!

[@ketchcoreyvideos]

I'm looking to integrate my mini crossbow that shoots mini darts with my 800 gram payload drone with 1 button release. sound intriguing?. Now I just need some skills oh yeah and tools. Oh and Maybe a brain transplant 1st😂

[@mattw.856]

Very cool, as a handheld guy with dozens of handhelds I'd LOVE to add that to my collection. Great job man. Really enjoyed the video.

[@iTsYaBoiii]

Crazy build, big props for making this. Also huge jab at Sony for giving us the portal and not this.

[@RestoreTechnique]

Thankyou 😀

[@xirxes]

Missed opportunity to name it the PSFourtable

[@RestoreTechnique]

😂

[@williambbq]

Came here to say this. Got me irrationally pissed of.

[@B0ss4n0v4]

haha, psfartable

[@GewelReal]

PS4table

[@elijahtenney389]

@@RestoreTechniqueany way to make it last longer like 4 hours would be plenty since it’s playing ps4 games

[@SireDragonChester]

Sony should be hiring you man. Very nicely done. Never thought you’d be able cool the 8 GB GDDR5 enough in mobile setting.

[@SireDragonChester]

@@BigDaddy-666 Lol true too

[@killdano]

why would sony hire him? Do you think sony needs to hack their own products?

[@creativekaii]

@@killdano Yes.

[@brickyrobot8932]

This project is absolutely mind blowing to me! I would no have nearly your level of confidence in breaking pcbs and wiring them back together. Excellent work!

[@BrentBlueAllen]

If you weren't sure of this man's nationality, using a dremel while barefoot should convince you he's an Aussie.

[@RestoreTechnique]

@@BrentBlueAllen 😄👌

[@AlexGamingConsole]

Nobody really cares about that. The world really don't think about that place. The world as a whole only thinks about the US

[@charlestannehill7537]

So you're saying I'm Aussie because I do dumb (and even dumber) shit like this daily? Now I won't feel wierd using Aussie slang. Thanks!

[@boss_niko]

@@charlestannehill7537 haha nooob

[@MaiZera-dl2vk]

I didnt know that, I always admire ausies, now even more XD.

[@Spartan195X]

This is the most impressive DIY project I've seen this year by far. Awesome work!

[@atletasedentario2945]

I always looked for this title on KZbin, someone else made a portable PS4 in the form of a suitcase, but it was you who made one that looks like a portable one, excellent work, congratulations, I enjoy watching your video. I wanted to retain this knowledge to reproduce similar knowledge, perhaps in the future. Leave your project for sale, many enthusiasts will certainly buy it. Direct from Brazil, congratulations on your commitment, phenomenal results.

[@ahsanhashmi6741]

Although this video was about turning the PS4 into a handheld console, it taught me a lot more than that. With hard work and never giving up, you can do anything! You, sir, are AMAZING!

[@Infini-Toons]

That was the smoothest transition into a sponsor segment I have ever witnessed.

[@RestoreTechnique]

😎

[@abhinavvyas589]

There was a Sponser ? rewatched the video and that was fuckin smooth.

[@Infini-Toons]

@@abhinavvyas589 yeah we might need to outlaw this witchcraft

[@nextdoorkiller]

at what second?

[@accountname-tu2om]

@@RestoreTechnique How long did this project take? Please dont tell me you did it in a weekend.

[@KimNKofficial]

This is probably the best and the most entertaining video I've seen this month. Good work comrade!

[@RestoreTechnique]

@@KimNKofficial Thanks Kimmy!

[@obeseperson]

What an honor

[@BradMartinYT]

To me this should be the next logical leap in a console's life. You go from the base console to the slim to the pro and as that generation is nearing its end a portable version Because by then the tech should generally be somewhat portable. Amazing work 👍

[@urielpuertas9899]

the mega drive and the Nomad

[@champiion]

And the nomad was a commercial failure

[@malikkelly]

Exactly. It would make so much monwy

[@RestoreTechnique]

@@BradMartinYT thanks mate 😊

[@TheRobben98]

@@malikkellyi don’t really think so, you would need to get a chip which has the same architecture and has the samed power while consuming way less energy and outputs less heat i love it when people do their own portable consoles, but those designs are most of the time to chunky and their battery life isn’t great, who really wants a portable console which is heavy as hell to hold for a long time and isn’t capable of at least 2-3h of gameplay while not blasting your ears off because of the fans you would have to design the chip with that in mind before

[@drfrasiercrane7717]

To be honest i'm more impressed on how you made a gluegun so freaking adoreable :D But in all honesty I know nothing about eletronics like you do , and I found this video mesmerizing. (Get gluegun in Toy story 5!)

[@mss490]

Sony: ‘We can’t make a PS4 portable-‘ Also Sony: ‘RESTORE TECHNIQUE MADE ONE IN A CAVE. WITH A BOX OF SCRAPS!’ ‘…We’re not Restore Technique-‘

[@RestoreTechnique]

😂

[@FraserSouris]

Sony doesn't build true portables anymore not because they can't but more because they don't want to. The issue is the business rather than the technology. Consider the Switch. The Switch worked for a few reasons: -1- Nintendo's always had a healthy handheld line even before the Switch with the 3DS and -2- Nintendo never focussed on raw graphical power as a selling point. Meaning even though the Switch is 2 generations behind the PS5, Nintendo's main games are stylized enough that they function fine at a PS3/360/WiiU level of power. And -3- Nintendo was already making games at a WiiU level of power with the WiiU. And the 3DS was weaker than the WiiU. So they don't need to rework how they make WiiU games and 3DS style games get a power boost. Essentially, letting them continue as normal and only support 1 system. The Steam Deck has the advantage that it can access Steam. And if the user is already a Steam user, then their library carries over automatically. Valve doesn't need to make games for the Steam Deck. They just have to make things easier for other devs and improve Proton. The Steam Deck continues to get new games just by existing. None of these advantages apply to Sony. Sony's MO with the PS4 and now PS5 is graphically intense games. That's why the PS5 is designed to have Ray Tracing and stuff. And this is also why the Vita failed. The Vita came out in an awkward position. It was sold as "console quality games on the go". But it wasn't powerful enough to run most PS3 games well (see Borderlands 2 and The Amazing Spider-Man 1). But making games for the VITA was still more expensive than making games for iOS or the 3DS. And those games, even if ported to the PS3/PS4, weren't on the level of Native PS3/PS4 games (see Assassin's Creed Liberation. Or how Gravity Rush and Tearaway were essentially remade for the PS4 version). If Sony released a PS4 Portable, they'd likely be repeating the same situation as the VITA. Devs would need to prioritize whether to support the portable version and thus not make a "Full PS5 Version" as that would be limited by the portable version. Or prioritize the PS5 version and either skip the PS4 Portable or make a heavily downgraded version of that for it. This is also an issue Xbox is facing with the Series S. The Series S is so much weaker than the Series X that devs have to choose between compromising X games to fit the S or compromising S games to fit the X. Sony's resources are also already split between the PS5 and the PSVR2. Adding a PS4 Portable means Sony would need to allocate studios to make games for it over the PS5 and PSVR2 to keep it competitive with the Switch and Steam Deck. From a business perspective, it's smarter to avoid a Vita/Series S situation and avoid making a handheld.

[@adamalbee]

I'm glad I'm not the only one that had this thought running through my head!

[@ZackSNetwork]

@@FraserSourisThe Switch is significantly more powerful than the PS3/360 and Wii U. It’s basically a 7.5 generation console.

[@FraserSouris]

@@ZackSNetwork I wouldn't say significantly. Cross Platform games like Borderlands 1-PreSequel, The Assassin's Creed games etc run about as well on Switch as they do on PS3/360. Though some like the Assassin's Creed ones actually load much faster than their PS3/360 Counterparts due to flash memory being faster than Hard Drives or Discs.

[@Gazpolling]

Sony was stupid to abandon vita and psp-like project, they were so blinded about the portable future, i hope they see your video and realize their mistakes, never subbed so fast to a channel!

[@champiion]

If the numbers made sense they would of continued to support such things.

[@pasqualevalerioti3510]

They don't do it because of business

[@w花b]

Last time they made one, people didn't buy it and now they're begging. Statistically, most people in these comments talking about Sony probably didn't even own a ps vita

[@Wailingllama]

​@@w花bI mean they did kind of shoot themselves in the foot with the memory card situation and all the promised exclusives they cancelled.

[@Alexlfm]

@@Wailingllama​​⁠​⁠​⁠​⁠The truth is Sony didn’t have enough resources to keep both PS Vita and PS4 development going. That problem is the reason Nintendo only makes 1 system (which has essentially been true since the 3DS as they didn’t release hardly anything on the Wii U). Portable devices today require so much investment and time on the software side, it doesn’t make sense to do them and a traditional console anymore. Unless they’re going to run identical software (which could cause developers to gimp the more powerful console version to make the handheld work) or else software that’s generations old, it doesn’t work out. Resources aren’t infinite.

[@rebelxtreme3871]

Bro did what Sony thought was impossible

[@TerranigmaQuintet]

Sony can easily create a behemoth like this, but thats not viable to sell as a handheld, its too bulky heavy and too hot even compared to something like an Ally X. It is obviously fine for a single hobbyist user to have made on his own. Not really feasible as a commercial product.

[@Maxxwell-07]

@@TerranigmaQuintet I agree with you. People just talk out their ass these days.

[@valasett2202]

@@TerranigmaQuintet with the resources Sony has, i doubt it would be a behemoth if they really tried to create a portable device.This guy trimmed off an already manufactured ps4 board and frankensteined a bunch of other pcbs with it while Sony wont have to. I mean they can use modern chips that are way more power efficient.Sure, it wont be a PS4 or 5 if they used a different chip,but it could be vita 2. With how well the steam deck is doing, people definitely want something like this.

[@burgermeyer]

@@valasett2202 Agreed. Steam Deck isn't too far off from PS4 performance. I basically treat mine as a portable PS4, just with PC versions of Sony Games. It plays God of War and Horizon Zero Dawn just fine. There's no reason Sony couldn't make something like this if they wanted to.

[@crestofhonor2349]

Consumes a lot more power than all the handhelds. The Ally and Legion Go cap out around 40w of total power draw at maximum. Plus then you have to cool all that and higher power draw means more heat which also means a beefier cooling system is needed. Plus the battery does have to be huge to get a decent play time out of it. Still it's extremely cool and I love seeing these modified consoles that fit inside a handheld

[@EthanDoezYT]

My guy, you and me would get along well. Awesome detail to the project! I’m really bad about hot gluing as well but hey, if almost every tech product uses hot glue, why can’t we? Lol

[@millomaker]

Oh, wow 😊 Very pleased to see what you have achieve with so litlle custom PCBs and no trimming of the motherboard at all. Great work !

[@quicheman8350]

C'est une dinguerie, la prochaine : Xbox séries X portable 😂

[@RestoreTechnique]

Hey thanks Millomaker! Means a lot. Love your work. 😀

[@Lamondille2]

LE MONSTRE DES CONSOLES PORTABLE

[@Zerasion-]

j'en etais sur que tu allais etre la

[@DakPeoples]

Bro is just casually sawing into PCBs. A++++

[@RestoreTechnique]

😀👍

[@Mymatevince]

Amazing work! Nicely edited video too, very enjoyable to watch, hope it gets millions of views for you.

[@RestoreTechnique]

Cheers Vince! Love your channel 😃

[@Mymatevince]

@@RestoreTechnique Cheers buddy!

[@TheM0nkeyBomb]

Cheese!

[@Tarrabyte]

The fact that you were able to make this proves that it's possible and that Sony just doesn't want to.

[@Goingprobro]

bro, rumour is, they are.

[@adilkhan71]

This is called Genius work. Dear Sony, hire him immediately 🔥

[@Mir.Hammal.Baluch]

although iam sure ill never be able to do this in my life but I knew there exists a guy that can make this happen. and i thank god that i found your video and you proved that its possible. I thank you from the depths of my heart. keep rising and shining.

[@esonallplats]

LMFAOOOO boxy poppin up at 13:12 caught me off guard, you sir are hilarious

[@RestoreTechnique]

Haha cheers 😄👍

[@SixRacer-n3t]

lmao same, had to check when this was uploaded cause I wasn't expecting that. Great video, truly impressive work!

[@ThreeAngrySquirrels]

@@RestoreTechnique "TROOOOOOOOOOLL" I haven't seen that video in years.

[@ALPHA-EDITZ017]

Sony needs people like you and DIY Perks for making an actual PS Portable

[@killdano]

figured I'd find some dumb dumb suggesting sony hire him, as if the way they made a PSP was hacking a PS2 together.

[@derekfurst6233]

@@killdano DIY perks is cool and all but he really doesn't get deep enough into the electronics stuff.

[@1990-w1l]

@@killdano if they can hacking legacy hardware and making it to unthinkable form factor, that mean they capable enough to design think

[@toufaniartmeda8175]

They can do it itself, but just don't want

[@TukangCodingSukaGaming]

Mind blowing 😧 Not only shrinking the case, but also engineering almost the whole thing

[@DarronPotter]

I watched every episode of your cliffhanger portable ps4 shorts series and loved it, and this is truly a an awesome conversion, great work mate, now on to the ps5 🤙

[@RestoreTechnique]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks dude 😀

[@Toowokethartist]

Give this man the cover of time magazine…and a world record award…he could probably sell that on eBay for ticket easy! GOAT STATUS 🐐🔥💪🏽

[@illegalfoodz8402]

The "fine, I'll do it myself" Playstation portable. Good work😎😎 Sony has no excuse for not giving us a proper handheld.

[@SalomonBusiness-b8b]

the best video i have seen for PS4 portable

[@kostas9826]

25:06 I guess this is how Frankenstein felt when he created the creature. Btw amazing project.

[@joshporter741]

This was such a great watch, seeing all the design research and issues faced. 10/10 video

[@Greedy-Allay]

These are the types of videos i just FRICKEN LOVE

[@lisarayner3091]

So glad you managed to push through and get this done. Its got all your trademarks and more, humour and ability to laugh at yourself, tech brilliance, PCBWay and perseverance. Looking forward to a return to regular programming from you, but I hope this goes viral.

[@adovka-tc]

The design is super cool, such a indusctual-tech-straight-to-the-point-thinkpad-like design is a delight for the eyes

[@ahmadrezafarokhi1822]

You, sir, are an absolute genius! There were so many moments in the video where I was like: NO WAY! Amazing work all around.

[@RexHolwell]

I am in awe watching you make this. Having the know how of how to disassemble, reassemble, wire, solder, replace parts, re-wire putting it together as a fully function machine, is something I have no knowledge of, and I am just flabbergasted on how someone has the knowledge and patience to do so as you did. Great job!

[@dr966]

The talent and hard work to be able to do this is absolutely absurd, you are amazing man.

[@RestoreTechnique]

Thanks mate 😀

[@37Kilo2]

Between this, and RedHerring32's portable OG Xbox, it's an exciting time

[@rayrai982]

26:00 👌Looks super compact when you hold like this. Comparable with the stramdeck oled.

[@RodGrom]

Now, that’s what I call, craftsmanship!!!! Very impressive sir, very impressive indeed!!!

[@RestoreTechnique]

@@RodGrom Thanks heaps man 😄

[@ProdbyMartinhower]

24:45 give this man a noble peace prize

[@JohnThomas-yy8sx]

As somebody who has no real clue about any of this stuff....I find this absolutely amazing.....awesome video

[@patrikpanzer4022]

Very nice job man you are ahead of every Sony designer.

[@partytranimal6293]

25:25 Nobody quick chatting "Nice Shot!" in game is a crime. Nice Shot!

[@internziko]

100% agree

[@dadougler]

What a save!

[@MemTrk]

That's PS4 Phat Portable 😂. Great effort.

[@michael_wellington]

I love it dude. I hope some tech companies will see your talent and hire you. Wish you all the best!

[@DeviciWasTaken]

2:19 mosquito

[@aurorabtwCS]

😂

[@Squiidgy]

😭

[@abbusiddiq8577]

999 miss calls from Sony.

[@terrythomas1248]

Facts 💯

[@ashukhan6094]

10000000 calls from sony 😂😂

[@Goingprobro]

they arent nintendo bro

[@alexjan7511]

With this video you made yourself a CEO of playstation portable present and future. 👏👏👏

[@Impractically]

That boxxy meme sure made me feel old but i love it!

[@RestoreTechnique]

Hehe, glad someone recognised it

[@Ivory_Mist]

@@RestoreTechnique Bro I had to check the comments to see if anybody had mentioned it yet. >.

[@whiteninja2013]

Honestly the best most insane most unexplainable greatest thing I've ever seen I wish he'd sell it

[@Dstalli13]

WOW!! I’m only half way in and already so impressed! This needs 10 million views!!! This is amazing DIY!!

[@george3788]

Jesus man, I don't think I have the ability to perform literally ANY of those steps you took lol. This is straight up AMAZING!

[@RestoreTechnique]

@@george3788 thanks a lot mate

[@MiDaY_i]

Bro has every right to act high up being this knowledgeable and skilled because how??? just how???/ i'm just so marveled by this. Well done man!

[@RestoreTechnique]

Thanks heaps buddy

[@SamuelJCarroll]

This is bloody amazing randomly came across this video it's so cool

[@RestoreTechnique]

@@SamuelJCarroll Cool! Cheers mate

[@HarryCushingMusic]

Hey man, love this video. Hope i get to be the first person to wish you a merry christmas! Keep it up and enjoy Christmas mate

[@RestoreTechnique]

@@HarryCushingMusic Thanks dude, Merry Christmas 🎄

[@juanjmal]

This was incredible to watch! Much respect and admiration man!

[@RestoreTechnique]

Thanks!

[@luis50390]

the hard drive, I'm tired boss 💀 21:15

[@Spiderbart99]

I have no idea what this man is talking about but its entertaining

[@twotonepostmalone2239]

25:35 he also made the train his riding on fyi

[@ken-995]

What you mean?

[@BrisbaneRailNGR]

Bro built a Bombardier NGR 💀

[@d1ogonp]

I don't do console modding myself, but i love seeing all of this coming together.

[@yashshahane7526]

Salute the efforts on this video 🤯

[@TheM0nkeyBomb]

We got an portable ps4 before an portable ps3

[@TheGudboi]

23:23 sounds fine, usual PS4 fan in someone's household

[@Iluvatar196]

24:08 bursted out loughing. Playing this "handheld" might equal to endurance arm workout

[@ChickenScratch]

I hope you consider making a bitbuilt post about this. This is awesome!

[@RestoreTechnique]

Yes I have considered that

[@kosagergo6914]

I can’t believe it’s finally here.

[@mohammadzakaria8265]

bro is going to take over gaming industry😜🤪🤣

[@Goingprobro]

hahahah handhelds are wild this year. but this is a fun take.

[@jeremylelea3758]

What an awesome video. I think the battery life is pretty good at 1.5 hours. Great build. So fun.

[@The_Scorpio_Artist]

Im actually surprised that someone made a portable PS4 console but i think they need upgrades * if could * 1. Powerful batteries 2. Better handling 3. Warning if the batteries are low 4. Better fan 5. Multi USB ( so you can connect a controller if you dont want to use on the handheld ) But look correct me if you already did it, and i gotta say this is good work 👏

[@Fielith]

I think the 3rd one is hard, they didnt put a battery low software on ps because its mounted on wall anyway

[@thunderx479]

you deserve more than billion subscribers bro 😁😁😁🥳🥳🥳

[@RestoreTechnique]

@@thunderx479 thanks bro 🙏