GameSpot tried to build a Pc which costs around the same as a console.

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Real cost of the ps4, assuming 5 years of use.

>United States - $649 ($399 + $50/year PS+)
>United Kingdom - £549 (£349 + £40/year PS+)
>Australia - $899 ($549 + $70/year PS+)
>Europe - €649 (€399 + €50/year PS+)