The launch model of the PS5 and PS5 Digital Editions come with a 825 GB ultra-fast SSD. However, after formatting and system software, the amount of usable space on the SSD is much lower than this. After formatting and converting from base 10 to base 2, the 825 GB hard drive translates to roughly 768.3 GiB of usable space.
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PS5 games cannot be played from an external USB drive as these are much slower than the internal SSD drive. PS5 games must be stored on the console’s internal ultra-high speed SSD for gameplay. And for the moment, PS5 games cannot be transferred to external drives for storage, either.
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PS5 will support a number of audio formats, including Dolby Digital and Dolby TrueHD. The PS5 does not, however, support Dolby Atmos or Dolby Vision, which will be disappointment to gamers. Sony has clarified that Dolby Atmos is available for Blu-ray movies.
Read MoreThe PS5 comes with an 825 GB ultra fast SSD drive, which has around 667 GB of usable space for games and other content. Naturally, gamers will be looking to transfer games off the console in order to install new ones. However, the PS5 does not support transferring PS5 games to an external drive.
Read MoreGame Presets is a new a feature to the PS5 that allows gamers to set their default settings, which supported games can then use and apply. For example, you can set the default game difficulty, so any supported game you play will use this as the default difficulty level, unless you then change it.
Read MoreThe PS5 and PS5 Digital Edition will both support a maximum of 8K resolution, and 4K at 120 FPS via the included HDMI 2.1 cable. The new PS5 UI will be native 4K, but the console will also support 1080p HD resolution.
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The PlayStation Plus Collection is a a library of games that are available to PS5 owners who are PlayStation Plus subscribers. The collection features 20 “generation defining” PS4 games that can be downloaded to the PS5.
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The PS5 is compatible with the PlayStation VR headset, however, an adapter is needed before you can connect it to the new console. If you’ve been keeping tabs on the various PS5 unboxing videos this week, you will have noticed that the adapter isn’t actually included with the PS5.
Read MoreThe PS5 will feature a Game Boost Mode similar to that found on the PS4 Pro. The Game Boost Mode will be able to improve the performance of compatible games, for example, faster loading, higher frame rates, higher resolution, and improved graphics.
Read MoreOn the PS5, physical games can be shared just like the PS4, by sharing the physical disc with friends and family. Obviously, this isn’t possible on the PS5 Digital Edition due to no disc drive.
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