Discover the refreshed PlayStation 5 CFI-2100: now on sale in Europe with a liquid metal cooling fix, lighter, more efficient build, and revised 825 GB SSD.
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Sales of the refreshed PlayStation 5 with the CFI-2100 designation have begun across Europe. Despite a smaller SSD—825 GB instead of 1 TB—the system brings a set of meaningful refinements, including a solution to the well-known liquid metal cooling issue.
According to YouTuber Austin Evans, the console keeps the Slim’s overall design but drops the glossy finish, lending it a more understated look that echoes the original models. The changes inside matter more: the updated PS5 uses three NAND modules instead of two and introduces special grooves in the cooling assembly, similar to those found in the PS5 Pro.
Those grooves are the headline: previously, some users reported that when the console stood vertically, liquid metal could seep away from the processor, leading to overheating and potential damage. The new layout is intended to eliminate that risk and extend the machine’s lifespan—exactly the kind of practical fix that tends to matter more than cosmetic tweaks.
The latest revision is also lighter and more energy-efficient. There’s no word yet on when the PlayStation 5 CFI-2100 will reach the U.S., and rumor has it a PlayStation 5 Pro will follow with only minor updates. For now, this quiet refresh feels aimed squarely at reliability and efficiency rather than headline features.