PSP Model Weight Comparison: 1000 vs 2000 vs 3000

The three main PlayStation Portable models show significant weight reduction across revisions:

• PSP-1000 (Original, 2004): ~280 grams (9.9 oz)
• PSP-2000 (Slim & Light, 2007): ~189 grams (6.7 oz)
• PSP-3000 (2008): ~189 grams (6.7 oz)

How the Weight Dropped 33%

• Chassis Redesign: Thinner shell, reduced internal ribbing, smaller UMD drive mechanism
• Component Integration: Combined chips, smaller motherboard, consolidated voltage regulators
• Battery Reduction: 1800mAh → 1200mAh (standard) / 2200mAh (extended with bulge). Slimmer profile prioritized
• Screen Technology: PSP-1000 used heavier LCD assembly. 2000/3000 adopted lighter panels

PSP Go (N1000) & Street (E1000)

• PSP Go: ~158g (sliding design, no UMD, internal flash storage)
• PSP Street: ~150g (no Wi-Fi, mono speaker, matte finish, cheapest build)

The PSP-2000/3000 weight (189g) remains remarkably comfortable for extended handheld sessions—lighter than a Switch Lite (275g) or Steam Deck (669g).