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A KGK Quick Look at the Playstation PS5 Pro

Overview of the PS5 Pro

The PlayStation 5 Pro is Sony's mid-cycle refresh of the PS5, designed to enhance performance and graphics. Here are the key specifications:

Feature

PS5 Pro

CPU

AMD Ryzen Zen 2, 8-core, 16 threads

GPU

AMD Radeon RDNA-based, 16.7 teraflops

RAM

18GB (16GB DDR6 + 2GB DDR5)

Storage

2TB SSD

Power Output

390W

Weight

3.1kg (6.83 lbs.)

Ray Tracing

Advanced

Resolution

Up to 8K (with AI upscaling)

Frame Rate

Up to 120fps

Backwards Compatibility

Over 8,500 PS4 games

Connectivity

Wi-Fi 7

 

PS5 Pro

Differences in Game Performance

The PS5 Pro introduces several enhancements over the standard PS5:

  • Improved Graphics: With advanced ray tracing and AI-driven upscaling (PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution), games will have crisper, more detailed visuals.

  • Higher Frame Rates: The PS5 Pro supports up to 120fps, providing smoother gameplay, especially on 120Hz displays.

  • Enhanced Performance: Games labelled as "PS5 Pro Enhanced" will benefit from better performance and visuals.

  • Backwards Compatibility: Improved performance for PS4 games with the Game Boost feature.

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Confirmed Games for the PS5 Pro:

Game Title

Release Date

Key Enhancements

Alan Wake 2

Available Now

Enhanced visuals, ray tracing

Apex Legends

Available Now

Higher frame rates, improved performance

Assassin's Creed: Shadows

Available Now

Enhanced graphics, faster load times

Bad Cheese Croc: Legend Of The Gobbos Remastered

Available Now

Enhanced visuals, better textures

Cyube VR (PSVR 2)

Available Now

Enhanced VR experience, improved visuals

Dead Island 2

Available Now

Improved graphics, higher frame rates

Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster

Available Now

Enhanced visuals, ray tracing

Demon's Souls

Available Now

Enhanced visuals, ray tracing

Diablo IV

Available Now

Enhanced graphics, improved performance

Dragon Age: The Veilguard

Available Now

Enhanced visuals, ray tracing

Dragon's Dogma 2

Available Now

Enhanced graphics, higher frame rates

EA Sports College Football 25

Available Now

Improved graphics, faster load times

EA Sports FC 25

Available Now

Enhanced visuals, higher frame rates

EA Sports Madden 25

Available Now

Improved graphics, faster load times

EA Sports UFC 5

Available Now

Enhanced visuals, improved performance

Empire of the Ants

Available Now

Enhanced graphics, improved performance

Enlisted

Available Now

Higher frame rates, better textures

F1 24

Available Now

Enhanced visuals, ray tracing

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth

Available Now

Enhanced graphics, higher frame rates

Fortnite

Available Now

Enhanced visuals, improved performance

Ghost of Yōtei

Available Now

Enhanced graphics, ray tracing

Gran Turismo 7

Available Now

Enhanced visuals, higher frame rates

Helldivers 2

Available Now

Enhanced graphics, ray tracing

Hogwarts Legacy

Available Now

Enhanced visuals, higher frame rates

Horizon Forbidden West

Available Now

Enhanced graphics, improved performance

Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered

Available Now

Enhanced visuals, ray tracing

Kayak VR: Mirage

Available Now

Enhanced VR experience, improved visuals

Lies of P

Available Now

Enhanced graphics, ray tracing

Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered

Available Now

Enhanced visuals, higher frame rates

Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales

Available Now

Improved graphics, faster load times

Marvel's Spider-Man 2

Available Now

Enhanced visuals, ray tracing

Naraka: Bladepoint

Available Now

Enhanced graphics, higher frame rates

NBA 2K25

Available Now

Enhanced visuals, improved performance

No Man's Sky

Available Now

Enhanced graphics, ray tracing

Palworld

Available Now

Enhanced visuals, higher frame rates

Paladin's Passage

Available Now

Enhanced graphics, ray tracing

Planet Coaster 2

Available Now

Enhanced visuals, improved performance

Professional Spirits Baseball 2024-2025

Available Now

Enhanced graphics, faster load times

Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart

Available Now

Enhanced visuals, ray tracing

Resident Evil 4

Available Now

Enhanced graphics, higher frame rates

Resident Evil Village

Available Now

Improved graphics, faster load times

Rise of the Ronin

Available Now

Enhanced visuals, ray tracing

Rogue Flight

Available Now

Enhanced graphics, higher frame rates

Star Wars: Jedi Survivor

Available Now

Enhanced visuals, improved performance

Star Wars: Outlaws

Available Now

Enhanced graphics, ray tracing

Stellar Blade

Available Now

Enhanced visuals, higher frame rates

Test Drive Unlimited: Solar Crown

Available Now

Enhanced graphics, improved performance

The Callisto Protocol

Available Now

Enhanced visuals, ray tracing

The Crew Motorfest

Available Now

Enhanced graphics, higher frame rates

The Finals

Available Now

Enhanced visuals, improved performance

The First Descendant

Available Now

Enhanced graphics, ray tracing

The Last of Us Part I

Available Now

Enhanced visuals, higher frame rates

The Last of Us Part II Remastered

Available Now

Improved graphics, faster load times

Until Dawn

Available Now

Enhanced visuals, ray tracing

War Thunder

Available Now

Enhanced graphics, higher frame rates

World of Warships: Legends

Available Now

Enhanced visuals, improved performance

 

Is it Worthwhile for Current PS5 Owners?

Pros:

  • Significant Performance Boost: If you're looking for smoother gameplay and better graphics, the PS5 Pro is a clear upgrade.

  • Enhanced Visuals: The AI upscaling and advanced ray tracing make a noticeable difference in supported games.

  • Additional Storage: The 2TB SSD provides ample space for games and media.


Cons:

  • High Price: At around $700, it's a significant investment, especially for a mid-cycle refresh.

  • No Disc Drive: If you prefer physical media, this could be a drawback.

  • Incremental Improvements: For many players, the graphical and performance upgrades might not justify the cost.


Conclusion

If you're a hardcore gamer who wants the best possible experience and doesn't mind the price, the PS5 Pro is a worthwhile upgrade. However, if you're satisfied with your current PS5, the improvements might not be enough to justify the cost.

What are your thoughts on upgrading? Are you leaning towards getting the PS5 Pro?

 

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