Sony brings another new product PS5 Slim hardware revisionsilently introduced the new models on sale without any official announcement, which also included some interesting changes to the cooling system.
This was revealed by techie and modder Modyfikator89, who opened up a recent Wolverine limited edition console and discovered a series of more significant-than-expected internal changes. According to technicians, this is not a simple regular update; Structural overhaul involves multiple key components.
More than just a routine update?
According to modders’ findings, the new PS5 Slim uses a The motherboard is identified as EDM-051which features a different layout compared to previous versions. One of the most obvious innovations is Battery CMOS CR2032 (Powering a chip responsible for maintaining some of the console’s critical settings when shut down, such as the system clock and low-level data required at startup), this modification simplifies maintenance and replacement in the event of a malfunction.
The internal organization of the console has also been modified: Modyfikator89 talks about it “Redesign and Simplify” designwith a cheaper and more optimized HDMI retimer implementation. Retimers are components that stabilize video signals and reduce jitter, so redesigning them helps improve reliability and production costs.
However, the most interesting part involves cooling systemalthough the PS5 Slim received thermal improvements in 2025, the file has been updated again. Technicians reported New Liquid Metal Interface It is more similar to the one used on the PS5 Pro, with a redesigned sealing structure to limit the contact of the processor with liquid metal. The heatsinks also differ significantly in construction and materials, showing further attempts to optimize thermal management and reduce costs.
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According to Modyfikator89, the area around the APU and protective die surface look different compared to the 2025 Slim version, suggesting Sony continues to work on thermal design Improve reliability and longevity console. “It’s not just the same Slim case,” the technician commented, emphasizing that the changes are deeper than they appear.
As happens with other hardware revisions of PlayStation consoles, these changes will have no impact on the gaming experience. Internal revisions are primarily aimed at optimizing production, cost and reliability in the long term, while performance, visual quality and functionality remain unchanged. Therefore, those who already have a perfectly functional PS5 Slim do not need to upgrade to the new model.
