Sony PlayStation warranty for gaming

21/100 Warranty ScoreRanked 12 of 15 brands
The short version

Sony PlayStation covers gaming in full for 1 year, with no partial coverage after that. That full coverage is the same as most of the 15 brands we compared, which typically cover 1 year in full. You don't need to register to get this coverage.

From Sony PlayStation's published warranty, checked October 2026.

What's covered

Full coverage: everything, parts and laborPartial coverage: some parts only, you usually pay labor
Purchase5 yrs10 yrs+Full: 1 yearNo partial coverage
  • Full coverageWhole product1 year
The fine print, decoded

What it leaves out

  • Accidental breaks and misuse
Good to know before you buy
  • Covers the original buyer only. Keep the dated store receipt.
  • A warranty fix may be a factory-recertified replacement console.
  • Opening the console or repairs by others are not covered.

How other brands compare for gaming

Compare all 15 brands
Where you buy it matters

How long stores give you to return it

Longest return window first, for gaming.

  1. CostcoMost itemsNo fixed deadline
  2. BJ's Wholesale ClubMost items365 days
  3. Sam's ClubElectronics such as TVs, computers and speakers90 days
  4. B&H PhotoMost items30 days from delivery
  5. NeweggMost items30 days from delivery
  6. TargetElectronics and entertainment (not Apple or Beats)30 days
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  1. WalmartConsumer electronics and PC components30 days
  2. Electronic ExpressTennessee storesMost items30 days
  3. Nebraska Furniture MartMidwest and Texas storesMost items30 days
  4. P.C. Richard & SonNortheast storesMost items30 days
  5. RC WilleyMountain West storesElectronics30 days from delivery
  6. Best BuyMost items15 days from delivery
  7. GameStopMost items15 days
  8. CuracaoSouthwest storesGaming consoles, video games and software, car stereo and GPS15 days
  9. BrandsMart USASoutheast storesGaming consoles, gaming PCs, drones; opened headphones, Apple, Bose and Sonos productsNo returns

From each store's published return policy, using its rule for gaming where it has one. Member and holiday extensions aren't counted. Check yours before you buy.

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