Sony’s PS5 is now in the latter half of its console lifecycle, yet the company continues to refine the hardware. Recently, Sony released a new European model (CFI-2116), and independent tests show its noise and cooling performance have improved significantly.

One noise test by hardware modder Modyfikator89 recorded a maximum noise level of just 38.2 dB under full load — and as low as 34.7 dB when idle, measured at 30 cm from the device over a continuous 5-hour session. At its quietest, the machine is reportedly quieter than most standard PCs. When placed horizontally, noise rose only slightly (from 34.7 dB to ~36.1 dB).

The revised PS5 also features a redesigned cooling system similar to that of the higher-end PS5 Pro: a beefier heatsink, improved thermal-management architecture, and new measures to prevent past issues where the liquid-metal thermal compound could leak.  These changes not only improve heat dissipation but also enhance long-term stability and longevity of the console.

While such improvements required internal redesign, which likely contributed to changes in storage drive capacity and other hardware trade-offs in some regional variants, the net result is a noticeably quieter, more stable PS5 — a strong plus for players sensitive to noise or concerned about system longevity

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