Redditor makes a handheld PS4: a thing of beauty with one notable compromise

Article Date: January 28, 2026

A Reddit user has engineered a portable gaming device using the core components of a PlayStation 4 Slim. The result is a striking handheld console that showcases the power and versatility of the PS4 hardware in a compact form.

While the build is undeniably impressive, the ergonomics fall short of a factory‑made handheld. The design choices, driven by the constraints of repurposing existing PS4 internals, leave the device less comfortable for extended play sessions-a trade‑off that is not surprising given the unconventional source components.

For those interested in the full story, you can read the original article by TweakTown News here: Redditor makes a handheld PS4 and it’s a thing of beauty with one notable compromise.