items: items 1: articleHeading: The PS5 Pro is the wrong price at the wrong time | Digital Trends
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articleSummary: Highlights AI-driven upscaling tech as a core selling point for higher visual quality and consistent 60 FPS performance.
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snippets: AI-Driven Upscaling Tech: This is presented as the core selling point, promising higher visual quality and consistent 60 FPS performance without having to choose between Graphics and Performance modes, a common issue with the base PS5 generation.
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articleSummary: Details the PS5 Pro's GPU performance, memory, and PSSR technology for enhanced visuals.
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snippets: The PS5 Pro offers a significant performance upgrade over the original PS5, featuring a GPU performance of 16.7 teraflops, a 67% increase in compute units, and 28% faster memory, resulting in 45% faster rendering for smoother and more detailed graphics., A key new feature is the PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) technology, which uses AI to upscale lower-resolution images to near-4K quality.
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items 3: content: Note: I play on LG G1 OLED with panel capable of 120hz and VRR.* The PS5 pro is everything that Sony built it up to be. Increased fidelity in higher frame rate modes with a little extra (PSSR) to boot. So far the games that I have tested (Horizon Forbidden West, Dragons Dogma 2, Hogwarts Legacy, Cyberpunk 2077, and Black Ops 6) all perfom better than they did on the regular PS5 and those games in the list that are optimized by the developers for PS5 Pro feels like I’m playing them for the first time again, the upgrade is that impressive. Dragons Dogma 2 which had the pro patch on release day of the PS5 Pro looks so good in performance mode and I am getting a stable 60 FPS median in Balanced mode with ray tracing effects on. Before on the PS5 original, i was getting 30FPS with ray tracing on. To make things sweeter, PSSR brings out another level of detail in far ranging graphics this was noticable in Dragons Dogma 2 and Horizon Forbidden West more than the others. That all being said, a couple of the games i tested, Black Ops 6 and Cyberpunk 2077, which do not have PS5 Pro patches (cyberpunk might not ever have it) play just a bit better but if you werent OCD about graphics like I tend to be you probably wouldnt inow which console you were playing on if the images were side by side. This was very dissappointing as I believed the upgraded hardware itself could take these games to a new level of fidelity but it does not. At the time of writing this black ops 6 still gas not released its pro patch and my hope is that the unsightly graniness in 120hz mode might be solved by PSSR. I think we will see the true test of its capabilities in games further doen the road which will be produced to cater to the upgrade of the PS5 pro and not just patches for older titles, which is very exciting. All in all, the ps5 pro is worth the expense if you want the best graphics, which I did. I think it is worth noting again like i did in the beginning of this review that having a good TV set to really bring out the detail is important too. Especially one that unlocks the features of this console, VRR, 120hz so its potential can be realized. If you do not have a set that can atleast produce those outputs I would pass on the PS5 Pro.
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items 4: content: I think the new Sony PlayStation 5 Pro console is a really great and very powerful machine honestly, i really like the design of the system and it's very easy to set up and easy to take off the side plates to add an M.2 SSD drive for extra storage and to add a disc drive as well for if you play physical disc-based games. And when you power on the console it is easy to set up and go through the on-screen instructions and to sign-in to your PlayStation Network Account as well, and i noticed the user interface is a bit faster on the Pro as well when navigating on the home screen and the layout of it is exactly the same as the standard PS5 console too so there's no change there to that.
I also really like the way your games play on the PS5 Pro as well because some of your existing PS5 games that you have in your Game Library are PS5 Pro Enhanced which means they take advantage of the console's new features that it has in the new Pro graphics modes in the games, like the new AI upscaling technology PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution or PSSR for short which uses machine learning which upscales from a lower resolution of 1080p or 1440p in the game up to 4K and adds an extraordinary amount of more detail to the visuals in the games and it looks great i really like it a lot. And the Pro also keeps the games at a higher 60fps frame rate as well thanks to larger and faster GPU power and also adds a lot better Ray-Tracing to the games as well which makes the reflections on surfaces like windows and water look more realistic and shine more, and there's a big difference in the games too thanks to the new advanced Ray-Tracing technology in the PS5 Pro and that's great i love it. So the games do look great and amazing with these new features and i love playing them on the Pro they play really smooth and a lot better too it's great honestly.
And the Pro also makes your PS5 games that are not Pro Enhanced more smoother and run better as well thanks to the Game Boost feature and that is good i like that too.
The PS5 Pro also has an option that enhances the image quality of some of your older backwards compatible PS4 games as well, and it is like a post-processing filter that sharpens the game's image and makes it look better and cleaner too, and it's a toggle that's off by default and you can turn it on and off at any time in the system settings under Screen/Video, and it does look good when it's on in the games and it's a nice thing to have as well if you play some of your older PS4 games on the PS5 Pro and i like it.
And the PS5 Pro is really quiet too and the fan noise doesn't really get that loud and it's really quiet i like it.
So overall the PlayStation 5 Pro is a really great console and it is a lot more powerful than the standard/original PlayStation 5 console as well, and the new features that it has under the hood are really great and i love it honestly it plays your games a lot better and smoother and It's awesome truly. And i don't regret upgrading from my original PS5 console to the Pro and purchasing it either, because it's great and i absolutely love it a lot for me personally and I'm very happy with it as well.
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items 5: content: When paired with a TV capable of 120Hz at 4K with VRR, the PS5 Pro can be a worthwhile upgrade. I use this with my 77" LG G4 OLED Evo TV, and it definitely highlights all the capabilities of the PS5 Pro. As someone who usually games on a PC with a Nvidia RTX 4090 on a 4K 240Hz OLED monitor, I feel like I have been spoiled with both image quality and motion clarity that my base PS5 could not dream to compete with. Does the Pro compete? Absolutely not, but it definitely closes the gap and has made couch gaming more enjoyable.
On the games I have tested so far, the new "Pro" graphical setting gives similar visuals as the "Fidelity" or "Quality" mode that usually locks you in at 30 FPS but now offers similar FPS to the "Performance mode". You are basically getting the best of both worlds now. On the "Pro" setting, I was averaging between 60-90 FPS when unlocking framerates.
If you are after FPS, you can use the "Performance" mode that is also available on the base PS5. In games like TLOU2 and GoW Ragnarok, I would average between 60-90 FPS on the base PS5. On the PS5 Pro on performance mode, I am now averaging about 90-120 FPS. In many cases, across multiple games, I was averaging between 20-30 FPS more on the PS5 Pro than the base PS5.
Other than performance, the Pro does come with 2TB of storage which is great. The biggest con about the Pro is that you have to buy the disk drive separately which is completely asinine.
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items 6: content: So, this is still pretty new.
Good, bigger SSD, so yep, mOre games. Yes, you can still add a M.2 so more wil be added soon.
So i have focused on playing Horizon Zero Dawn, and The Last of Us.
[I haven't tried any PS4 games yet, to see how much better they are, as I am concentrating in The Last of US]
It has been a while since I have played the first Horizon, and I did not look at the remaster on the normal PS5, so I went straight in with the pro.
To say it looks stunning is an understatement. It seems to be running very smoothly and it just looks beautiful.
Last of Us, you can see why they used this game so much in the trailers etc, again, it is a very good upgrade. I am playing this on the free PSN version, so trying to get through it quickly while I can.
When I stop to look at details, and just notice things as I am moving along, again, everything looks very smooth, and everything looks so detailed.
They did a great job with this game, and the PRO is really showing it off.
I added the disk drive from my slim, and yeah, a couple of minutes all done no issues. When you boot it just says to register, and sorted.
IF you don't have a PS5 yet, get this.
If you have a PS5 or PS5 slim, and need another, get this. If you have either of the PS5s, and fancy a bit of a boost in the graphics, get this,
I always used the PS5s in the best graphics modes, unlike 75% of people who favoured framerates. THis hasn't been too much of an issue, but perhaps it didn't help me with online play where input lag can be an issue. I certainly was never consistent before....
THere isn't much to add about the controller, it is the same as, but if you don't have any PS5 yet, the controllers add so much, the triggers are awesome, and do add to the game experience.
I am using the Edge controller, where you have the option, to greatly reduce the trigger pull therefore making your inputs so much faster. I am not using that option as I do like the trigger effects that much. Maybe if I go online i will change that, but for offline, going with the trigger haptics all day.
0verall, pretty happy.
Less happy if the PS6 is only 2 years away, but, I feel like the original estimates of 4 years is probably closer, even if Xbox does make an early entry in 2 years, trying to get ahead of Playstation, the PRO is there to fight the corner until the 6 comes out and kicks ass even more.
THis will be spec'd out with a Sabrent 4TB SSD, disk drive, and with the Edge controller. It will stay white as who cares, I am not looking at it, and all the controllers are white so, who cares.
IT is going to be an expensive rig, but if you are after the best PS can offer, its the way to go.
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items 7: content: The PS5 Pro does exactly what it advertises to do - it plays the same games but better. How much is that worth to you? I think most people would say "not $700 plus tax plus a disc drive". That's fair.
But for people who live and breathe gaming like me, it's worth every penny to have the best experience possible. If your biggest and most important hobby is gaming then this console is for you.
Games that don't advertise pro patches can be surprisingly better for one reason - unlocked frame rates lock into a good fps. I've played Trails through Daybreak, the most random title, and it had fps drops. I thought there would be no difference at all, but it was noticeably locked to 60fps on the pro. Ditto for Metaphor Refantazio, or I hear, for Elden Ring.
Alan Wake 2 with Ray tracing is so good that I can't even imagine playing it without. Your flashlight, which is ever present for the entire game, casting light and shadows without Ray tracing would be sad in comparison. There is a caveat about shimmering in this game - it can be noticable. But I feel the gains outweigh the shimmering. Which you can reduce by turning motion blur off.
The extra storage is also a neat little bonus. I think most people that needed it already expanded their PS5, but if you were holding out then it's a good bonus.
All in all, there's a lot of games I want to play that have a pro patch. And many games out there with unstable frame rates. I'm looking forward to Star Wars Outlaws, Silent Hill 2, immediately.
If you game on PS5 and it's your life, this is the way to have the best experience possible.
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items 8: content: I'm a huge fan of the original Playstation 5. The fast storage and dualsense controllers stood out as the biggest advancements to me. But if you have the latest and greatest tv and want to play the latest games with all the eye candy it is capable of, you are stuck with an annoyingly low fps. And if you want better fps, you're stuck with a lower resolution. And usually there is no balance to both. The pro was advertised to address those issues and from the games I have played so far, it delivers. As many have pointed out, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth plays dramatically better on the pro and other games also show an improvement. The improvements vary from game to game. I also appreciate the 2TB storage. I won't have to rush out and buy an additional ssd anytime soon. The only disappointment is the disc drive. Not because I had to pay extra for it. But because at the time of this review, the disc drive add on is sold out at all the major retailers. So if you have a physical game library like I do, the only way you can get one is by buying one from a scalper. Luckily, I bought a disc drive a month before the pro came out. If you have a physical PS5 library, I would wait until these get back in stock. Overall, I am very happy with my purchase, but this is not going to be for everyone. If you're a casual gamer and already have a PS5, I wouldn't recommend it. But if you have the money to spend and have a monitor or TV will all the bells and whistles, you won't be disappointed.
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items 9: content: This console is nothing short of a monster, but don’t let that fool you. If you just upgraded from the ps4 to the ps5, or you don’t play often enough to justify the price for the “possible quality benefits” then it’s most likely not for you to be honest! HOWEVER, if you love playing games in your free time, you enjoy super quick loading speeds with beautiful 4k 60-120fps games consistently, then yeah this is your best bet. You know that performance mode that often causes too much lag to use? No longer! And also console storage? Almost a problem of the past, with the starting 2 Tb of storage I haven’t had to worry once yet, upgrading from the 500Gb ps5. Here’s what it feels like to want, and get, this console: At first it’s the indecision to switch from the ps5 to the ps5 pro, next it’s the pretty penny that’s gone from your pocket to get the current most GORGEOUS upgrade in a console gaming system, AND a new 4k OLED TV to match the console’s potential. And with that I feel that the ps5 pro is the best console I’ve ever shelled out any money for however it’s easy to understand how many could see otherwise!
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items 10: content: First of all, its expensive, too expensice for a console. However, I game on a 77 inch oled and sit about 8 feet away. Games like Final Fantasy Rebirth, Alan Wake 2, and Star Wars Outlaws were noticeably blurry to the eye on tbe regular ps5. Ot was like you were playing this high end system with nice graphics, but they ran out of juice for the resolution part. It was like playing the game through the bad lense at the eye doctor. Anyway, the ps5 pro fixed this with more horespower and pssr. Those games I mentioned, among others like Hogwarts Academy and Dragon age Veilguard look super sharp and crips. This not only makes it look like you booted up a high end pc, but it also adds depth and immersion. I feel like i see kore of the background and the worlds are more expansive. Now, i you have a tv 55 inches or less and you sit 10 or more feet from your tv, this honestly might not be a good purchase for you. The change might be barely noticeable in that situation. Anyway, im still yet to play any game thet was 30 fps only on the vanilla ps5 or see one thst has added ray tracing, but im sure that will be good too.
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items 11: content: There's a lot of hate surrounding this device. Most of it is unfounded. The price point is high, and the tangible stuff you get doesn't seem like its worth it. No disc drive, no upright stand, the horizontal feet are kind of cheap looking. Sony also missed the chance to have something major drop built for the PS5 Pro that would showcase its power. There that's the negatives out of the way. The games I've played have had varying amounts of improvements. The one thing I have to say about the games with enhancements. Think of a hamburger. If you add salt and pepper.. you enhanced it. But its still not a steak. If you keep that in mind you'll be a happier person. Each game is very different in the amount of improvements. FC25 the lighting, gameplay and subtle details to players is a very noticeable improvement, Spider-Man Remastered... looks and plays amazing! Its more in line with the PC in the ray tracing and frame rate (in line not better than max settings don't at me) Call of Duty stable 120 frame rate, butter smooth.. there are others not so noticeable Dragon Age frame rate is definitely better but visuals are about the same. First Descendant the same. Stellar Blade VAST improvements. I could go on but you get the idea. Milage for each game will vary. That bein said, as more games come out built with the PS5 Pro in mind we should see a big uptick in improvements.
Should you buy? IMO if you have an old PlayStation 5 or are in the market to get one, this would be the one to choose. If you have a slim or the Sony anniversary edition, I wouldn't make a special purchase right now, maybe wait for a sale. Of course its your money do what you like, just go into it with the right expectations and you'll be happier. I don't regret it and I'm enjoying it.
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items 12: content: Getting a PS5 Pro is a decision that I do not regret. It has already been a transformative experience by providing substantially better graphics (details, resolution, etc) while also delivering better framerates than before. There are already roughly 100+ games that are either Pro enhanced or arriving shortly. In addition, the system can boost image clarity for all PS4 titles, and the automatic boost mode essentially ensures that any game you throw at it will perform better. Playing games with dynamic reaolution are startlingly different/improved thanks to the Pro’s significantly better GPU. This console simply csn’t be beat for the price, especially when compared to PC. A comparable PC with similar specs is easily twice as much in price as the PS5 Pro (even more expensive for prebuilt PCs), plus PC gaming is filled with rampant cheaters, buggy/bad game ports, and you have to deal with the cancer of Windows OS. Save yourself a giant headache and get a PS5 Pro instead.
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items 13: content: The people rating this PS5 pro 1 stars are either self entitled fanboys or just plain ignorant consumers. The PS5 Pro is for enthusiasts, not your average gamer. The extra power in the Pro, along with the PSSR technology, makes most games play & look even better. Being able to play games like Dying Light 2 in 4k 120 VRR mode, when the game plays at 1080p 60 on the base PS5, is an absolute game changer. Spiderman 2 pops like never before & HZD remaster is probably the best-looking game ever made on console. This thing has wifi 7, so it makes it future proof as well! It comes with a 2 TB internal drive & has a smaller footprint than the base PS5. The technology in this Pro would easily cost $1200 or or more if u were buying a PC. Dont listen to the people saying, "Just get a PC." Playstation gamers dont need PCs when they have the PS5 pro. All in all, this is well worth the money, but it is definitely more geared towards the hardcore enthusiasts in the PS ecosystem.
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items 14: content: Well, I’m officially a PlayStation guy now. After hearing people say the PS5 Pro isn’t much different from the original or the slim, I had to see for myself. Luckily, my partner’s brother has a PS5 Pro, and after playing on both it’s clear there’s a huge difference. The gaming experience on the Pro is just next level—smoother gameplay, faster GPU, and a future-proof build. If you want a higher frame rate and extra storage, the Pro is definitely worth the $300 extra. If that doesn’t matter to you, go with the slim.
I’ve always been an Xbox guy and still think it’s a great console, but PlayStation wins for me with its exclusive games, innovative controller, and immersive single-player experiences. I’m glad I made the switch! The setup was way easier and faster than Xbox, and the UI is just smoother overall. I still have my Series S, but honestly, I haven’t missed it at all. PlayStation just feels like the better choice now.
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items 15: content: A great mid and refresh marked by development technical issues. If you love the PlayStation five, this is more of it. It’s stabilizes games with less than ideal performance. The main selling point though is the integration of machine learning PlayStation spectral super resolution. This thing when it’s programmed right makes games look really great at high performance. That said, there are clear. Examples were developers are not utilizing the technology efficiently and Soni needs to step in to help people make their games look great. Examples include silent Hill, avatar.
If you have a PlayStation five and are already satisfied with the performance that comes with it, there isn’t an obvious need to upgrade. But if you’re an avid gamer, that’s looking for the best performance for games before an upcoming, this is the console to get there is no equivalent on Xbox
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items 16: content: I've had the PS5 PRO since launch. For me it's a big improvement over the base PS5. Most game consistently hit 60 fps with a higher quality image with less artifacting. Games that struggled to stay in VRR window before manage to do so. The Pro works well in 120 Hz mode.
My only complaint is that Playstation had an opportunity to add n higher bandwidth HDMI 2.1 output. So games in 120 Hz mode lose some of the higher color detail. So I mostly play most games at 60 Hz. I also think this was a missed opportunity to add a Low Framerate Compensation mode.
Otherwise I'm impressed with what the PS5 PRO does. It helps improve games with variable resolutions and improves games that struggle to hit their framerate targets. Of course most PS5 PRO enhanced games are a big improvement. PS5 PRO is a big improvement if you have a 120 Hz VRR TV or not. You will get more out of it with a higher refresh set.
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items 17: content: First of all know what you are buying. I see no point of people saying they are surprised there is no stand or disc drive. So you casually spend $700 without researching your purchase? If you’re ok with those missing or buying them separately then the real question is this worth the extra money? I think that depends on several factors. Obviously the nicer your TV is the better value this will be. Keep in mind for the extra money your getting more then just a better GPU. You’re getting 2TB of storage (1.89TB available) which is more than double the standard PS5. Wifi has been upgraded to Wifi 7. They added 2GB more ram as well. Is it night and day better? No not really. But is a PS5 pro enchanced game noticable? I would say yes it is. Horizon remastered pro on an OLED is absolutely gorgeous and thats after playing the original PS5 version and its sequel. If you have the means ans you want the best visual quality on a growing list of games on console this is a worthy choice.
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items 18: content: I love the PS5 Pro. Playing games @ 120fps 4k is AMAZING! This IS gaming. I really enjoy the better graphics through the improved CPU/GPU performance. I was also surprised and enjoy the fact that they gave the operating system a dedicated 2GB of RAM so the the other RAM can be allocated specifically for gaming. I didn't care for the fact that the system did NOT come with a disk reader however it's the best console I own. I also moded the case bringing more cool air into the system as well as a cooler on the back with 3 fans and a stand that exerts air from the bottom as well. Also, included a USB hub on the front for more connections and a NACON controller which I swear by and LOVE. Great machine. After months of having it, I can say the extra money for the PRO edition IS worth the extra money. Thank you Best Buy for making it all possible!
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items 19: content: Upgraded from the PS5 and with a number of patches out already there is noticeable improvement. The ML model for PLSS should be improving with continued iterations, so hopefully even some games held back by the limitations of the nacent software upgrades will be better with time. Spiderman with performance pro, both the 1 remaster and 2, looks great. Alan Wake 2 shows significant improvement even if full implimentation is not complete.
If youre already in the market for a PS5 this is a great choice. May not be worth the upgrade if you already own one, so consider your overall setup before handing over the extra $200.
Disc drives are currently somewhat elusive so if your primary collection is physical this may not be for you until disc drives are more readily available. 2tb of storage goes pretty far, though.
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items 20: content: First, my thoughts on the price: You literally get what you are paying for. Don't listen to all the crybabies on the internet complaining about the price and no stand and no disc drive. Ironically, most of the crybabies probably purchased the original ps5 from scalpers for 700+ dollars. Do your research, look up Linus Tech Tips review of the pro on YouTube, at the 7 minute mark he breaks down theprice tag.....My thoughts on performance: The performance is amazing. I got rid of my original ps5 because I couldn't stand the fact that I had to pick between 30fps fidelity or 60s with muddy textures...the pro eliminates that ridiculous choice and let's you have both fidelity and 60+ fps. I've tested all my games and the difference is dramatic. What many reviewers aren't emphasizing enough is the fps boost. If you have the money, buy it. If you can't afford it, quit crying and hating on those who bought one. The worst part is the haters are saying things about the pro that aren't true....do your research folks...you are getting what you are paying for.
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items 21: content: Honestly after playing my bfs PS5 I decided to finally upgrade myself to the PS5 Pro after holding on to my PS3/PS4 and it does not disappoint. The graphics and load times are definitely better to me, but the regular PS5 is still fine as well. My tv only supports the 1440p/60 fsp/hrz so I can only imagine what the 120 fsp looks like. I think the price is reasonable for the Pro (lowkey not after taxes though because it adds like $50 unless you live in a tax free state). I remember paying like $500 back in the day for the first PS3 so for $200 more dollars to get what the Pro gives, I don’t feel too bad. I do however understand why not having a disc drive or stand included is irritating for the customer, but again for me it is still worth it. Overall, If you have the extra money, I say get the Pro. If you really don’t care that much or have a regular tv that can’t support the high features of the Pro, then stick with the regular. I play games like COD, The Last of Us and Tekken for reference.
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starRating: 5
title: Graphics and load times are definitely better
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items 22: content: I had mixed thoughts at first about spending nearly double what I paid for my PS5 Slim for this one, but after using it for a few days now, I am glad I did. Comparing to my Slim, the Pro offers around 45% faster performance, which means smoother gameplay and much better graphics. In games that support it, the advanced ray tracing truly looks amazing as well, and I am currently trying it out as I write this review. I also love that Sony doubled the storage capacity from 1TB to 2TB with the Pro, which is great for me, because I store a lot of games, and when combining with my existing 2TB NVMe drive from my Slim, I have a whopping 4TB of storage, which should last me quite a long time. That new "PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR)" that supposedly sharpens images and improves frame rates actually appears to be working really well for games that would generally run pretty poorly on the Slim, so I look forward to seeing what that will do as the feature improves over time. Overall, even though it was a pretty penny to get this Pro model, I am actually satisfied that I did, as it will last me a long time (hopefully all the way to the PS6 Pro).
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starRating: 5
title: Smoother gameplay and much better graphics
type: REVIEWS
items 23: content: Know what you are buying. These reviews that whine about this console not having a disc drive or not having a stand are obviously trolling or they don't research anything they buy. If you plan to drop $700 on something, you ought know what is included. I received exactly what I expected.
The system itself is great. On my OLED it brought in more fidelity without giving up the higher frame rates. I can't stomach 30fps anymore, it almost makes me motion sick. So, for me this was a perfect upgrade as I was always in performance mode in games and now I can have most of the fidelity mode AND the frame rates of performance mode. Gran Turismo 7 is fantastic with the Pro. Spiderman 2, I'm speechless.
I do not have a gaming PC, at this point in my life, this console meets my needs. I know a PC could outperform this system, but I have no complaints and it meets my expectations.
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starRating: 5
title: Great system, meets all expectations
type: REVIEWS
items 24: content: I’ve been playing video games since early chidlhood from SNES to PS1 and Xbox. Have always tried to own different gens depending on possibilities.
This current gen I had both Xbox Series X and OLED switch. It was time to get PS5 Pro and get in to that nostalgia from early Ps1 games to different JRPGs which solely are on PS or pc. I had many PS4 games still which run great, was able to get FVII Remake and recently there was a batch of FVII Rebirth Deluxe Edition. Been playing Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana and other games from Ys series looks great. Also immersed myself in some wuthering waves enjoying the story and music, cinematics. So it was great decision to finally get the PS5 Pro have been enjoying every day playing it.
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starRating: 5
title: Great decision, enjoying every day playing
type: REVIEWS
items 25: content: Beautiful console. Very plastic so don't expect metal, and quite big, but quiet especially compared to a PS4 like I had before. The controller is comfortable and high quality, and the console itself is sleek and well made. Graphics are incredible and rendering is quick. And the console loading screens are very very pretty. Doesn't seem to get hot much at all, even running big games and responds quickly. Box comes with a hdmi cable, dualsense controller and horizontal stand for the console, as well as a charging cable for the controller. Easy to set up and start using straight away, took me about 10 minutes to set up but could take longer if you need to set up a Sony account. Overall amazing experience so far and works like a charm, exactly as hoped.
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starRating: 5
title: Beautiful console, graphics are incredible
type: REVIEWS
items 26: content: This review is just too offset the crybaby 1 star reviews. This is a significant upgrade to console gaming. Machine learning and 2-3x RT performance on console is a significant leap over current consoles.
If you know anything about tech, +40% speed and +65% computation for systems that are significantly optimized, will allow for significantly less diminishing returns than it's PC build counterparts.
All publications that have reviewed the console hands on, have noted that it's exceeded their expectations. That includes developers working on the console. And as far as any price to performance comparisons, no PC can be built for a similar price, even if you're budget shopping or buying used that will be as performant.
Once again, PC always had diminishing returns on power.
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starRating: 5
title: Significant upgrade to console gaming
type: REVIEWS
items 27: content: So I told myself I wasn't going to spend $700 buying a PlayStation 5 pro when my current launch PS5 was doing perfectly fine but I went back and forth for the last few weeks since it had launched and after reading numerous reviews and seeing videos decided to go ahead and pull the trigger on it. I'll say that I haven't really tested any
PS5 pro enhanced games just because I've played all the ones that are enhanced numerous times but we'll see what it does in the future. The only game that I've played that's pa5 pro enhanced so far is Fortnite and I will say it does visually look slightly better but nothing game-changing being that the base model PS5 can run it in 4K 120 as well. Really it comes down to the future and what future games hold down as far as exclusives for PlayStation pro so only time will tell but so far I'm happy with it I mean it's running good and the games look fine on it nothing game-changing I can't say whether I recommend going out and buying it if you have a PS5 already just because there isn't that many PS5 pro enhanced games out and the ones that are there most of us have already played so it'll really just be how it looks in the future with upcoming exclusives also if you don't have the right display that can handle the console there's really no point in upgrading overall I'm happy with it. I'll just say its more of having the best version of the console and the smoothest experience when gaming for me which is why I chose to get it.
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starRating: 5
title: Visually slightly better, nothing game-changing yet
type: REVIEWS
items 28: content: The PS5 Pro is a fantastic upgrade for anyone who wants to get the most out of Sony’s console exclusives. As a primarily PC gamer, I really appreciate the boost in performance and visuals—it makes a noticeable difference in how games look and feel. While the PS5 Pro is on the pricey side, trading in or selling your original PS5 helps offset the cost and makes the upgrade much easier to justify.
That said, I was disappointed that a disc drive isn’t included by default. Since I still own a collection of physical PS4 and PS5 games, along with other media I like to watch, I had to buy the add-on separately. If Sony had bundled the drive in, the price would have felt completely fair.
Overall, though, if you care about higher fidelity and smoother gameplay, the PS5 Pro delivers an excellent experience and keeps console gaming competitive with a solid gaming PC.
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starRating: 4
title: Fantastic upgrade for console exclusives
type: REVIEWS
