PS5 Pro has finally been announced and Sony has even revealed details on its release date, editions, price, specs, and more.
Sony has finally told everyone about their new PlayStation 5 Pro, which is like an upgraded version of their current gaming console. The PS5 Pro is going to make games look and feel even better, with smoother action, sharper pictures, and just more fun overall.
Here’s everything you need to know about the PS5 Pro, from its release date to its features.
Release Date and Price
The PS5 Pro is coming out on November 7, 2024, so you won’t have to wait too long. If you’re super excited, you can even order it early from September 26, 2024. You can do this on Sony’s PlayStation Direct website or at any big shop that sells video games.
Now, it’s a bit expensive though. It will cost $699.99, which is more than what the original PS5 cost when it first came out. The PS5 Pro will only come as a digital version, which means no disc slot. But don’t worry if you like discs – Sony is selling a separate disc drive that you can buy and attach to the PS5 Pro if you want.
Design and Editions
So, the new PS5 Pro kind of looks like the old PS5, but with some cool changes. Imagine it like wearing a new fancy jacket. It has three stripes on the sides which make it look a bit more stylish. And just like the old PS5, it will sit nicely on a stand, so it looks super nice in your room.
Now, the PS5 Pro will only come in one edition, and guess what? It will have a 2TB SSD, which means double the storage than the regular PS5 that has only 1TB. So, you can store more recent games without always worrying about deleting them to make space.
Technical Specifications
The PS5 Pro is like a supercharged version of the old PS5 with lots of strong upgrades. Below are some of the key PS5 Pro specs:
| Specification | PS5 Pro | PS5 (Slim Model) |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | AMD Zen 2 8-Core/16-Thread (3.85 GHz) | AMD Zen 2 8-Core/16-Thread (3.5 GHz) |
| GPU | AMD RDNA 3 – 60 Compute Units | AMD RDNA 2 – 36 Compute Units |
| GPU Clock Speed | 33.5 Teraflops (2.18 GHz) | 10.23 Teraflops (2.23 GHz) |
| Memory | 16GB (18 Gbps) | 16GB (14 Gbps) |
| Storage | 2TB SSD | 1TB SSD |
One really cool thing is the new feature called PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR). Sounds fancy, right? It’s like a magic trick for your TV, making game pictures clearer and sharper by turning lower-quality images into 4K.
Also, the GPU (that’s the part that makes graphics look awesome) is way more powerful now — it’s got 67% more compute units. That means games will look smoother and run faster, like 45% faster. Even the CPU, which helps the console think and do things, got a 10% boost. So, overall, you’ll see a big jump in how games play and look.
The PS5 Pro also has this cool thing called ray tracing, which basically makes lights and reflections look super real, like when you see yourself in a puddle or light shining through a window. And the PS5 Pro does this two or even three times better than the old PS5.
In additon, if you like games that are fast and full of action, this new PS5 Pro will make everything look smoother and clearer at 60 FPS (that’s Frames Per Second, which just means how fast the pictures change on your screen). Plus, there’s a thing called Game Boost that makes more than 8,500 older PS4 games work even better on this new console.
The PS5 Pro also supports VRR, which is like a trick that makes your games run smoother by matching the game’s speed with your TV’s speed. And it can handle 8K gaming, which is like super-duper sharp and clear pictures, though not all TVs can do that yet. It also comes with Wi-Fi 7, which is the latest and fastest internet connection tech, so you won’t have to worry about slow online play if your area supports it.
Compatible Accessories
The good news is, all the stuff you already have for your PS5, like the PlayStation VR2 headset, DualSense Edge controller, and Pulse Elite headset, will still work perfectly with the PS5 Pro. And if you like making your console look cool, you can still change the covers and make it match your style.
Overall, the PS5 Pro is gonna cost about $699.99, which makes it a bit fancy, but it’s made for those who really want top-notch gaming fun. With its super-strong GPU, smart AI tricks to make the graphics look awesome, and even better lighting effects, it’s like getting a big upgrade if you wanna take your games to the next level.
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