PS4 vs PS3 – VGChartz Gap Charts – August 2014 Update - News

by William D'Angelo , posted on 23 September 2014 / 5,357 Views

Welcome to the VGChartz Gap charts. The charts will be updated monthly and each article will focus on a different gap chart. The charts include comparisons between the 7th generation and 8th generation, as well as comparing the 8th generation consoles. All sales are worldwide, unless otherwise stated.

PS4 vs PS3 – VGChartz Gap Charts – August 2014 Update

PS4 Vs. PS3 Global:

Gap change in latest month: 175,609 – PS4

Gap change over last 12 months: n/a

Total Lead: 5,618,120 – PS4

PlayStation 4 Total Sales: 10,203,980

PlayStation 3 Total Sales: 4,585,860

August 2014 is the tenth month the PlayStation 4 is on sale. The gap grew in favor of the PlayStation 4 when compared to the tenth month the PlayStation 3 was on sale. The gap increased by 175,609 units, to bring it to 5,618,120.

Both consoles launched in November. The PlayStation 3 launched in November 2006, while the PlayStation 4 launched in November 2013. In its first ten months on sale the PlayStation 4 has sold a total 10.20 million units, while the PlayStation 3 has sold 4.59 million units.

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A life-long and avid gamer, William D'Angelo was first introduced to VGChartz in 2007. After years of supporting the site, he was brought on in 2010 as a junior analyst, working his way up to lead analyst in 2012. He has expanded his involvement in the gaming community by producing content on his own YouTube channel and Twitch channel dedicated to gaming Let's Plays and tutorials. Outside, in the real world, he has a passion for the outdoors which includes everything from hiking to having received his B.A. in Environmental Studies. You can contact the author at wdangelo@vgchartz.com or on Twitter @TrunksWD.