Sony has officially launched the PlayStation 5 Pro, an upgraded version of its flagship console, in select markets.
The PS5 Pro, announced in September, features a more powerful GPU, advanced ray-tracing capabilities, AI upscaling for improved image quality, and double the storage capacity of the standard PS5.
However, it does not include a disc drive out-of-the-box, with an optional attachable disc drive available for $79.99.
Pricing and Availability
- MSRP: $699.99 (approximately Rs. 58,750) in the U.S.
- UK: £699.99 GBP
- EU: €799.99 EUR
- Japan: ¥119,980 JPY (tax-inclusive)
- Attachable Disc Drive: $79.99
- Vertical Stand: $29.99
The PS5 Pro is available in a standard black and white color scheme or in a special limited edition grey for PlayStation’s 30th Anniversary Bundle. While the console is now available in select markets, Sony has yet to announce a launch date for India.
PS5 Pro Specifications
- CPU: AMD Ryzen Zen 2
- GPU: 16.7 teraflops of RDNA graphics
- Memory: 16GB GDDR6 + 2GB DDR5 RAM for system tasks
- Storage: 2TB custom SSD (double the PS5’s storage)
The PS5 Pro also introduces PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR), a new AI upscaling technology that enhances image quality using machine learning.
Enhanced Games Available at Launch
Over 50 games will be enhanced for the PS5 Pro at launch. Some of the titles include:
- Alan Wake 2
- Assassin’s Creed Mirage
- Baldur’s Gate 3
- Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
- Dead Island 2
- Demon’s Souls
- Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
- Hogwarts Legacy
- Horizon Forbidden West
- Marvel’s Spider-Man 2
- Resident Evil 4
- Star Wars: Jedi Survivor
- The Last of Us Part II Remastered
These enhanced games will take advantage of the PS5 Pro’s advanced hardware, offering better framerates, higher resolutions, and improved graphical fidelity.
CREDIT: Allneeds, Gadgets360.com
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