November 4th 2024.
The highly anticipated PS5 Pro is finally within reach, with its official launch just days away. Excitement has been building as the final specifications for the console have emerged, revealing potential improvements for popular PlayStation 4 games like Bloodborne.
Back in September, Sony announced the mid-generation upgrade for the PS5 with a hefty price tag of £699.99. However, the company has been relatively tight-lipped about the PS5 Pro's specifications and performance. While some details, such as the PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution upscaling technology, were leaked months ago, the specifics surrounding the GPU and power supply have been shrouded in mystery.
But with the console now in the hands of retailers and set to hit shelves on Thursday, November 7, the details have finally surfaced online. Over the weekend, a tech specs list circulated on Twitter, courtesy of user and YouTuber brunno_fast, providing a breakdown of the GPU and RAM capabilities. Let's take a closer look at the specifications and how they compare to the original PlayStation 5.
According to Sony, the PS5 Pro boasts an upgraded GPU with 67% more compute units than the original PS5, and 28% faster memory, resulting in up to 45% faster rendering for smoother gameplay.
PS5 Pro full specs:
CPU: x86-64-AMD Ryzen Zen 2 8-core/16-thread
GPU: 16.7 TFLOPS, RDNA AMD Radeon
RAM: GDDR6 16GB and DDR5 2GB
Power supply: 390W
Internal storage: 2TB SSD
Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 7
Dimensions: Approximately 388mm x 89mm x 216mm
PS5 Pro specs compared to the PS5:
GPU: 16.7 TFLOPs vs 10 TFLOPS
Internal storage: 2TB SSD vs 825GB SSD
Power supply: 390W vs 350W
USB ports: Extra USB-C port replaces a USB-A port
RAM: Added 2GB DDR5 memory
As outlined on a PlayStation blog post, the console also boasts advanced ray-tracing and PSSR upscaling technology for improved resolution. And for those who want a closer look at the system, a Brazilian YouTube account has even uploaded an unboxing video, complete with a peek at the circuit boards inside.
But that's not all – in addition to previously announced enhancements for certain PlayStation 4 games, a new "enhance image quality for PS4 games" toggle has been discovered on the system. Fans of Bloodborne, in particular, have been clamoring for a remake, and while the effects may seem minimal at first, users on ResetEra have shared screenshots showcasing a noticeable improvement in quality when the toggle is turned on.
Sony has also revealed a list of games that will be enhanced on the PS5 Pro at launch, including highly-anticipated titles like Alan Wake 2, Dragon's Dogma 2, and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. It's important to note that unlike the main PS5 console, the PS5 Pro is digital-only, meaning that an external disc drive will need to be purchased separately for an additional £99.99 to play physical games.
However, there are a few caveats to keep in mind. If you want to prop up the PS5 Pro vertically, you'll need to purchase a stand for £24.99, and the original PS5 faceplates are not compatible with this model.
But for fans eagerly awaiting the launch of the PS5 Pro, the wait is almost over. For those interested in staying up-to-date on all the latest gaming news, including exclusive content and early access to new releases, be sure to sign up for our newsletter and follow us on Twitter. And as always, feel free to leave a comment or send us an email – we love hearing from our readers.
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