Updated on November 7, 11:15 a.m. (GMT+8): Improved clarity.
The PS5 Pro release date has been officially confirmed, marking an exciting milestone for Sony’s gaming community.
Designed for gamers seeking peak performance and cutting-edge visuals, the PS5 Pro enhances the gaming experience with advanced hardware and improved capabilities.
Sony’s announcement provided insights into the PS5 Pro’s powerful specifications and its commitment to delivering a console that meets the demands of next-gen gaming.
The PS5 Pro represents a significant leap for players and developers alike, promising to push the boundaries of immersive gameplay and visual fidelity.
PlayStation 5 Pro specs
According to the official PlayStation blog, the PS5 Pro boasts improvements in GPU power, ray tracing, and AI-driven technology, making it the most powerful PlayStation console to date. Here’s a breakdown of its key specs:
- Upgraded GPU: The PS5 Pro comes with a GPU that has 67% more Compute Units and 28% faster memory than the current PS5. This results in up to 45% faster rendering, providing much smoother gameplay.
- Advanced Ray Tracing: The console features even more powerful ray tracing capabilities, enabling more dynamic reflections and refraction of light. Ray tracing on the PS5 Pro can cast rays at double or triple the speed of the original PS5, resulting in more lifelike visual effects.
- AI-Driven Upscaling: A new feature, PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution, uses AI-driven upscaling technology. This machine learning-based approach significantly enhances image clarity by adding a remarkable level of detail, offering super-sharp visuals that elevate the realism of in-game environments.
How much is the PS5 Pro?
The PS5 Pro price is set at USD$699.99 , GBP£699.99, EUR€799.99, and JPY¥119,980 (including tax).
This price includes a 2TB SSD, a DualSense wireless controller, and a pre-installed copy of Astro’s Playroom. The console will be sold as a disc-less version, but you can purchase the PS5 Disc Drive separately if you prefer physical games.
PS5 Pro release date
Sony has confirmed that the PS5 Pro release date is November 7, 2024, just in time for the holiday season.
It is available at major retailers and via PlayStation’s online store.
Preorders start on September 26, 2024, and demand is expected to be high, so early orders are recommended for those looking to secure a console.
You can watch Sony’s Technical Presentation below.
