Official PS5 Pro Release Details
The PS5 Pro has officially been announced, offering significant upgrades over the original PlayStation 5, particularly in graphical performance and hardware improvements. Slated for release in late 2024, the PS5 Pro is set to offer a beefier GPU with 67% more Compute Units, resulting in up to 45% faster rendering. It will also feature advanced ray tracing capabilities, delivering smoother reflections and more dynamic lighting effects compared to the standard PS5. Additionally, the Pro model introduces AI-driven upscaling technology, which improves image clarity through PlayStation’s new Spectral Super Resolution system.
In terms of storage, rumors suggest the PS5 Pro will come with 2TB of internal storage, which doubles the base storage of the original PS5’s 825GB SSD. The cooling system has been improved as well, aiming for quieter and cooler operation. While the Pro model shares similar architectural features with the standard PS5, its larger size accommodates more powerful hardware components.
Here’s a technical comparison between the PS5 Pro and the original PS5:
| Feature | PS5 | PS5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| GPU | 36 CUs @ 2.23 GHz (10.28 TFLOPs) | 60 CUs @ 2.5 GHz (17+ TFLOPs) |
| CPU | 8-Core AMD Zen 2 @ 3.5 GHz | 8-Core AMD Zen 2 @ 3.85 GHz |
| Memory | 16GB GDDR6 @ 448GB/s | 16GB GDDR6 @ 512GB/s |
| Storage | 825GB NVMe SSD | 2TB NVMe SSD |
| Ray Tracing | Yes | Advanced Ray Tracing (2x to 3x faster) |
| AI Upscaling | No | Spectral Super Resolution |
| Release Year | 2020 | 2024 |
| Price | $499 (Disc Version) | $700 (No Disc) |
The PS5 Pro is an excellent choice for gamers seeking higher performance, particularly with enhanced GPU power and advanced ray tracing features. The AI-driven upscaling and increased storage capacity also make it a more future-proof option for those wanting cutting-edge gaming experiences without compromises between resolution and frame rate.
PS5 Pro Release Date
The PS5 Pro has a release date of November 7th 2024 for $700 with no disc drive.