I have all 3 types of psp and only got this for the added bonus of the built in mic to play Resistance Retribution (great game). The screen is supposedly better, but nobody I know can tell the difference, and it also states on the included junk pamphlets that the speakers have been improved. I think not. The sound is a bit tinny and on many games I have to have it at full volume almost. I suggest investing in a cheap pair of in-ear phones which also makes gaming much more intense. I opted for the silver one which was probably not so wise. It's damn cool looking but the analogue stick gets real dirty. A black one would have been preferable. The only other problem is the cable. It is ridiculously short and unless you want to sit on the floor by the plug socket you need an extension lead or use a charger from an older psp. All in all it's still the best handheld by far, just a shame it lacks the amazing quality of the original (brick) psp that is still my favourite. If you have spare… more »

I have all 3 types of psp and only got this for the added bonus of the built in mic to play Resistance Retribution (great game). The screen is supposedly better, but nobody I know can tell the difference, and it also states on the included junk pamphlets that the speakers have been improved. I think not. The sound is a bit tinny and on many games I have to have it at full volume almost. I suggest investing in a cheap pair of in-ear phones which also makes gaming much more intense. I opted for the silver one which was probably not so wise. It's damn cool looking but the analogue stick gets real dirty. A black one would have been preferable. The only other problem is the cable. It is ridiculously short and unless you want to sit on the floor by the plug socket you need an extension lead or use a charger from an older psp. All in all it's still the best handheld by far, just a shame it lacks the amazing quality of the original (brick) psp that is still my favourite. If you have spare cash then get one, if not, stick with the normal slim and lite one and buy yourself a headset with mic.