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Proper Name for the "Fat" PSP (PSP-1000)

The community uses several terms; the most accurate is the **model number**.

TermContext
PSP-1000Official model number (best for parts/searches)
PSP "Phat" / "Fat"Colloquial, distinguishes from Slim (2000) & Lite (3000)
Original PSP / Launch PSPDescriptive, clear in conversation
PSP ClassicRetro-collector term (like "NES Classic")

Key Hardware Differences

  • Heavier (280 g vs 189 g Slim), thicker (23 mm vs 19 mm).
  • No video-out (Slim/3000 have component/progressive).
  • IR port (top) – used for remote control, not data.
  • Battery: 1800 mAh (larger than Slim's 1200 mAh).
  • Speakers: Front-firing (better volume/quality than Slim's rear).

Use **"PSP-1000"** when ordering parts (screen, housing, battery, UMD drive).


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