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PSP-2000

PSP-2000 · 2007–2008 · handheld console

Specifications

Cpu: custom MIPS32 R4000-class "Allegrex" core up to 333 MHz (capped at 222 MHz for licensed software, homebrew can unlock the full 333 MHz), plus a separate MIPS Media Engine co-processor
Ram: max: 64 MB main + 4 MB embedded DRAM (fixed, not expandable) · base: 64 MB main + 4 MB embedded DRAM (Media Engine/GPU), double the PSP-1000's 32 MB
Ports: USB 2.0 · 3.5mm headphone jack · video output (composite, plus component for progressive-scan, via cable)
Battery: removable Li-ion 1200 mAh (model PSP-S110), roughly 3 to 6 hours; slimmer than the PSP-1000 pack, and a 1800 mAh PSP-110 still fits under a bulged cover
Display: 4.3" 480×272 TFT, brighter with faster pixel response than the PSP-1000
Storage: base: none built in (UMD for games/video, Memory Stick Duo for saves and media) · options: Memory Stick Duo up to 32 GB (community-tested, well past official spec)
Release Price: $169.99 (US, September 2007)
Storage Medium: UMD + Memory Stick Duo

Variants

Revisions

Star Wars Battlefront SilverPSP-2000 Star Wars Limited Edition2007 Star Wars Battlefront: Renegade Squadron bundle, silver with Vader etching

Final Fantasy VII Crisis Core Silver2008 bundle, engraved silver

Colors

Piano Blacklaunch color, 2007

Ceramic White2007

Ice Silver2007

Felicia Blue2008

Lavender Purple2008

Mint Green2008

Rose Pink2008

Metallic Blue2008

Upgrade paths

other

custom firmware (CFW) via a Pandora battery and Magic Memory Stick · Unlike the PSP-1000's software-only exploits, most PSP-2000 units need the Pandora battery method. Early motherboards (TA-085v1 and prior) are Pandora-friendly; the later TA-088v3 revision blocked it and needed different exploit chains.

free (a spare battery and a Memory Stick)

MODERATE

battery

swap the 1200 mAh pack, or fit an 1800 mAh PSP-110 for longer runtime · The larger PSP-1000 battery works but sits proud of the case, so aftermarket extended covers exist to seat it flush.

EASY