Retailer given details on New PlayStation 3 Model

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Epoch said:

Uh, I don't know how much I would trust this, as I don't think any iteration of the PS3 has ever used 230W of power.  There have been several revisions, and I believe the power consumption is down to around 100-120W.

Found this: PS3 wiki.  Says the Slim typically uses 60W, and around 85W under load.

It is based on what the power supply is capable of/rated for not what the console actually consumes.