The PS5 Pro specs are out, but what does it really mean for gamers? How does the PS5 Pro compare against the PS5 Slim and the original PS5? Check out our comparison table and see if the hefty price tag is worth the upgrade.
Firstly, all three models share the same CPU. However, the PS5 Pro’s GPU stands out with a significant 67% increase in compute units, although the exact specifications remain undisclosed. Moreover, the PS5 Pro has received a massive storage upgrade, doubling the internal space compared to the PS5 Slim. This means no more deleting games to make room for new ones! Additionally, if that isn’t sufficient, the PS5 Pro, like the other two models, also features an M.2 SSD slot for extra storage.
The price is the biggest difference between the models, with the PS5 Pro a lot more expensive that the previous two models. And this is just for the digital edition – a UHD Blu-ray Drive will cost you extra. See how the PS5 Pro compares with the other models using the table below and draw your own conclusion on whether the PS5 Pro is worth the upgrade.
PS5 Pro Comparison
| Specs | PS5 Pro | PS5 Slim | PS5 Original |
|---|---|---|---|
| CPU | AMD Ryzen Zen 2 (8 cores, 16 threads, 3.5GHz) | AMD Ryzen Zen 2 (8 cores, 16 threads, 3.5GHz) | AMD Ryzen Zen 2 (8 cores, 16 threads, 3.5GHz) |
| GPU | AMD Radeon RDNA 2.x based GPU (16.7 teraflops) | AMD Radeon RDNA 2 (10.28 teraflops, ray tracing acceleration) | AMD Radeon RDNA 2 (10.28 teraflops, ray tracing acceleration) |
| RAM | 16GB GDDR6 at 576GB/s 2GB DDR5 | 16GB GDDR6 at 448GB/s | 16GB GDDR6 at 448GB/s |
| Storage | 2TB SSD (5.5GB/s read) | 1TB SSD (5.5GB/s read) | 825GB SSD (5.5GB/s read) |
| Expandable storage | M.2 NVMe SSD Slot USB External HDD Support | M.2 NVMe SSD Slot USB External HDD Support | M.2 NVMe SSD Slot USB External HDD Support |
| Video Out | 4K 120Hz 8K TVs VRR HDMI 2.1 | 4K 120Hz VRR HDMI 2.1 | 4K 120Hz VRR HDMI 2.1 |
| Audio | “Tempest” 3D Audio | “Tempest” 3D Audio | “Tempest” 3D Audio |
| Wi-Fi | WiFi 7 | WiFi 6 | WiFi 5 |
| Disc Drive | Optional 4K UHD Blu-ray Drive (sold separately) | 4K UHD Blu-ray Drive (detachable) No drive with Digital Edition (sold separately) | 4K UHD Blu-ray Drive No drive with Digital Edition |
| Front Ports | USB Type-C port (Hi-Speed USB) USB Type-C port (SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps) | USB Type-C port (Hi-Speed USB) USB Type-C port (SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps) | 1 USB Type-A (Hi-Speed USB) 1 USB Type-C (SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps) |
| Rear Ports | 2 USB type-A, SuperSpeed USB (10Gbps) Power HDMI 2.1 Ethernet (10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, 1000BASE-T) | 2 USB type-A, SuperSpeed USB (10Gbps) Power HDMI 2.1 Ethernet (10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, 1000BASE-T) | 2 USB type-A, SuperSpeed USB (10Gbps) Power HDMI 2.1 Ethernet (10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, 1000BASE-T) |
| Dimensions | Approx. 388mm × 89mm × 216mm (Estimated) | Approx. 358mm × 96mm × 216mm | Approx. 390mm × 104mm × 260mm |
| Weight | Approx 3.1 kg | Approx. 3.2 kg Digital Edition Approx. 2.6 kg | Approx. 4.5kg Digital Edition Approx. 3.9kg |
| Launch Date | November 2024 | November 2023 | November 2020 |
| Price | $699 / £699 / €799 | $499.99 / £479.99 /€549.99 | $499 / £449 / €499 |