How to spot fake PlayStation®

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3 quickest ways to spot fake PlayStation®

1. Serial Number

Authentic:

The console and box have a genuine serial number.
The serial number aligns with Sony’s database.

Fake:

Absence of a serial number or discrepancies in numbers.
Serial number fails to authenticate on Sony’s website.

2. Hardware

Authentic:

High-quality build with uniform finishing.
Hefty and robust construction.

Fake:

Use of substandard or inconsistent materials.
Noticeably lighter and less durable.

3. Controller

Authentic:

The DualSense controller is robust and well-built.
Buttons are responsive with precise haptic feedback.

Fake:

The controller seems fragile or of low quality.
Buttons are unresponsive or have inadequate feedback.

PlayStation® fake vs real guides for individual items

GUIDE: How To Know If Your PS5 Is Genuine (2025)

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