As far as pleasing customers, these models are likely a success. As far as growing the customer base, they don't seem to be having much effect. Total sales for Playstation + XBox systems are pretty similar for this generation as they were for the previous generations. Of course, we won't know for sure until all of the sales are done, but that is the way it is looking. These models mostly sold a better product to people who were going to buy a console anyway.
curl-6 bet me that PS5 + X|S sales would reach 56m before year end 2023 and he was right.
My Bet With curl-6
My Threads:
Master Thread, Game of the Year/Decade
Switch Will Be #1 All Time
Zelda Will Outsell Mario (Achieved)
How Much Will MH Rise sell?
My Bet With Metallox