Highlights:
* PS5 Pro vs PS5: The latest console utilizes advanced ray tracing and upscaling to create super-sharp images on the screen in titles such as Alan Wake 2 and Marvel’s Spider-Man 2.
* The disc drive for PS5 Pro is sold separately and the console has 2 terabytes of SSD storage.
Sony’s PlayStation 5 Pro doesn’t have any revolutionary changes compared to the original. However, the mid-generation console has set new standards for gaming with its graphics and performance. The PS5 Pro hit stores on November 7 following several leaks and rumors. Although it has a steep price, Pro touches and improves certain aspects of the PlayStation 5 such that Sony President and COO Hiroki Totoki hailed it as the ideal device for hardcore gamers. This guide will dive deep into the PS5 Pro vs PS5 debate and show the differences between both consoles.
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PS5 Pro vs PS5: The Main Differences Between The Consoles
The PlayStation 5 Pro costs $699.99, €799.99, and ¥119.980, which is around ₹59,000. Sony has decided to forego the console’s release in India for the time being. Whether the PS5 Pro’s price is justified is up to a player’s interpretation after they read the differences between the mid-generation console and the original.
PlayStation 5 Pro Has A Unique Design That Lacks A Disc Drive
Compared to its predecessor, the PlayStation 5 Pro has black stripes in the middle and is longer. It is a revamp of the PS5 Slim that features a detachable disc drive. Unfortunately, the PS5 Pro doesn’t come with a disc drive but Sony does offer it as a separate purchase for $79.99. The decision to make the disc feature ‘optional’ has led to much outrage online.
Although the system doesn’t have a preset disc drive, the PS5 Pro ports are identical to the PS5. There are two USB-C and USB-A ports in the front with an Ethernet port at the rear. The original PS5 had a total of three USB-A ports and one USB-C, but Sony has now balanced the options. The latest console has removable faceplates but they are unique to it, meaning players cannot reuse the PS5 Slim plates.
PlayStation 5 Pro Has More Storage And Includes Wi-Fi 7
Sony seems to have sacrificed a disc drive in exchange for more storage. Given that games are being largely purchased online rather than as hard copies, the PS Pro features a default 2 terabytes of storage. This is a big leap from the original PlayStation 5 which has 825 gigabytes of internal storage. Sony noticed the increasing storage demands of games like Genshin Impact and Fortnite and made the wise decision to provide more space for such titles.
PS5 Pro supports Wi-Fi 7, thereby giving the usable bandwidth to increase transfer speeds, allowing players to install games more quickly. However, not all countries have the Wi-Fi 7 feature approved.
PlayStation 5 Pro Is More Powerful Than PlayStation 5
PlayStation 5 Pro doesn’t revolutionize the console experience but it does have notable advantages over the original PlayStation 5. The PS5 Pro has an upgraded GPU that has 67% more Compute Units than the current PS5 console. It delivers 28% faster memory alongside 45% faster renders. This reduces the chances of lags and drops in frame rates. Additionally, the PS5 Pro Game Boost, allows over 8500 PS4 games to be backward compatible while the console delivers the highest visuals and performance.
The PS5 Pro supports VRR, 8K, and 4K HD resolutions. It has enhanced ray tracing that provides more dynamic reflection and refraction of light that is noticeable in the environment of games such as Alan Wake 2. Users can choose between visuals and performance by toggling Performance Pro, which upscales to 4K from 1440p. This decision also relates to the Split screen vision: choosing either performance or fidelity results in consistent frames-per-second.
Another point to note in the PS5 Pro vs PS5 guide is the PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution. The PSSR is an AI-driven upscaling technology that gives sharper images on the screen. Ray tracing, performance, and upscaling are the major plus points of PS5 Pro over PS5.
As of writing, over 50 titles have been enhanced for PlayStation 5 Pro, including Alan Wake, Assassin’s Creed Mirage, Baldur’s Gate 3, and Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. The list is set to expand as Sony aims to deliver the best possible experience to the users.
