GAMErs, look! The PS5 Pro is almost here! Pre-orders are now live for the PS5 Pro which is set to release on the 7th of November in the UK.
You might be wondering, “Why on God’s green earth would I get a PS5 Pro,” and I can understand your concern. The answer is simple: Performance. Graphics. AI.
And no, I’m not talking about the kind of performance of reporting your KPIs to your boss, I’m talking console performance. Frames. GPU Power. Ray tracing. You get the picture. Let’s not forget AI – it just about comes with every product nowadays – don’t you know?
Enough waffle – let’s get straight into it with the PS5 Pro specs and what makes it stand out (no stand included).
PS5 Pro vs PS5 vs PS4 Pro Specs
Simply put, the PS5 Pro supports higher frame rates and resolutions. And although 8K gaming isn’t exactly new, it does provide greater support for this resolution if you have an appetite for the high-end.
In the sense that it can render faster than ever before, the PS5 Pro GPU is superior. Rendering speeds on the PS5 Pro are up to 45 percent faster than on the original PlayStation 5, which means that beautiful in-game instances will load much faster. The noticeable graphics improvement stretches beyond seeing a few more blades of grass dancing in the wind or a couple more strands of hair on your character. It puts a stop to the endless struggle that PS5 owners are usually faced with: having to choose between fidelity or performance modes. With the PS5 Pro, this is no longer a struggle. You can have both.
AI Powered Resolution Upscaling and Improved Ray Tracing
Even without this new feature, upgrading is a compelling option. The PS5 Pro boasts AI image upscaling technology, which is said to be much faster than the previous console’s ray tracing. This is known as PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR). It basically allows upscaling of lower resolutions without sacrificing the quality of the visuals, like the original PS5 did. This means 4k and even 8k gaming will look and feel better. With traditional upscalers, you typically find that the visuals tend to look fuzzy with artefacts and blemishes.
PS5 Pro Design
It’s worth noting that the PS5 Pro does not include a disc drive or console stand. These are sold separately. In terms of appearance, the new design stands a little taller and features additional sleek, diagonal stripes across the core.
PS5 Pro vs PC
If you’re comparing the PS5 Pro’s GPU to a PC setup, you’ll find the equivalent GPUs on the market are the RTX 4070 series, or the AMD Radeon RX 6800 which deliver similar performance. However, the convenience of the all-in-one package of the PS5 Pro means you can plug and play straight out of the box. With the PS5 Pro, you don’t get the inevitable headache of ensuring all your components are compatible, or that there may be a bottleneck in your rig.
Mode of Performance Pro Lots of fan favourite titles are getting access to a new performance Pro Mode with the PS5 Pro that enables high frame rate and visually stunning graphics. With previous PS5 consoles, high frame rates were only really achievable with the performance mode, and stunning visuals were only achievable by compromising smooth gameplay.
Games to look forward to with the PS5 Pro
Ghost of Tsushima
MGS Delta Snake Eater
Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered
Ghost of Yotei
The Hogwarts Story Spider Man 2
Ghost of Yotei
This highly anticipated game is sure to take full advantage of the PS5 Pro’s PSSR. The sunlight glinting on every surface imaginable, makes this worth getting the PS5 Pro for. The dense particles are also a huge improvement, making the game look incredibly immersive.
Hogwarts Legacy
The upgraded visuals in Hogwarts Legacy with the PS5 Pro are highly noticeable. Marble surfaces, for instance, have a sheen that draws attention to the intricate textures of each tile in the Great Hall. Shadows dance across surfaces with amazing accuracy. The reflections appear sharper and more real. Simply put, Hogwarts Legacy on the PS5 Pro is eye candy galore.
Is it worth buying the PS5 Pro?
You are the only person who can truly provide an answer to this highly subjective question. However, there’s reasoning as to why you could buy a PS5 Pro.
If you’ve managed to wait this long to get a PS5 (well done to you) but also now would be an ideal time to make the upgrade, if you’re looking to enhance your gaming experience.
If you’ve already got a PS5, whether that’s the original or the slim, you could also consider selling or trading it and investing in the PS5 Pro to offset the cost.
Future Titles
Another reason to consider getting a PS5 Pro is what’s to come in the future. Big upcoming titles include MGS Delta: Snake Eater, Dragon Quest III HD-3D Remake, Ghost of Yotei and more to come!
VR Gaming
VR Gaming just got a lot better with the release of the Meta Quest 3! You can take full advantage of what VR gaming has to offer with the superior performance of the PS5 Pro. Expect VR gaming to continue to evolve over time.
High-end
If you’re on the lookout for the absolute best that PlayStation can offer, this is a no-brainer. The PS5 Pro is the most powerful PlayStation console to date. Your decision is final. Pre-order PS5 Pro at GAME
The PS5 Pro is releasing on the 7th of November so you can preorder it now at GAME stores and online.
