Launching as PlayStation's most capable console to date, the 30th Anniversary Edition of the console, this drop has a lot to offer. Players can expect to see the new console launched worldwide on November 7, and its limited-edition color launched November 21.
Available to players for the steeper price tag of $699, there are definitely a few hesitations about diving in and picking this new console up. With the PS5 still bold and capable of delivering great gaming experiences of its own, some might be wondering what the incentive is to upgrade. But there's a lot of potential to behold in the PS5 Pro, and it's certainly worth considering what it has to give.
PS5 Pro's Enhancements Seem Like A Worthwhile Investment
A Worthy Upgrade For The PS5
The PS5 is already a beefy console, delivering players 4K gaming and up to 120fps with 120Hz output. But the PS5 Pro looks to challenge what the console already provides, upgrading the entire gaming experience tenfold. Before even getting to the upgraded graphics, the storage increase from a 1TB SSD to 2TB instantly lends the console to being a worthwhile pickup, giving players immediate access to larger games or a bigger library without any necessary improvements of their own.
All base PlayStation 5 models have an additional SSD slot for storage expansion, but this still requires a separate purchase and self-installation.
Other substantial upgrades can be seen in the advanced ray tracing, adding that bit of further depth to lighting effects through the games players enjoy. Super sharp image clarity for 4K televisions also provides players with that added edge no matter what they choose to pick up, and competitive players will find high frame rate gameplay satisfying all their needs too. With so many improvements, the PS5 Pro has a lot about it to love.
PlayStation Games Are Better On The PS5 Pro
Enhanced Gaming Experiences And The Future Of PlayStation
With the confirmation of God of War Ragnarök getting a PS5 Pro enhancement, players can anticipate that many of their other beloved gems might be receiving the same treatment. Despite having little details about what this enhancement means for games, there's vast potential for improved resolution with steady frame rates to match. As that added opportunity for better gameplay and visuals looms, players are sure to want to see what this new console has to offer.
As COVID ultimately slowed the launch of the PS5 and Xbox Series X, alongside many of their exclusive titles too, it wouldn't be unlikely for the next gen consoles from the companies to take a little longer than anticipated too. With the current releases for PlayStation and the unseen potential of the PS5 Pro, it might be that this console is here to stay for a while. Despite its higher price tag, it might still be worth it for many to make this investment to enjoy the games they love at the best quality they can be played at, especially with the uncertainties of what's to come.
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- Brand
- Sony
- Original Release Date
- November 19, 2020
- Original MSRP (USD)
- $399.99 (Digital Only), $499.99 (Disc Drive)
- Weight
- Digital Edition now weighs 3.4 kg & base version weighs 3.9 kg
The fifth flagship video game console from Sony Computer Entertainment, the PlayStation 5, is a part of the ninth generation of consoles. The console features full backwards compatibility with PlayStation 4 games and features a digital storefront that gives access to older generations. The console can output images at 4K resolution, with alternative options including 1440p at 120 frames per second for gameplay. This console is also known for implementing 3D audio, which allows headphones to be connected to the console for simulated spatially accurate audio.