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Sony Unveils PS5 Pro: Next-Gen Gaming Console Priced at $700

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Sony has officially revealed its highly anticipated PlayStation 5 Pro, set to release on November 7, priced at $699. The PS5 Pro is expected to offer substantial upgrades in performance and visuals, marking a significant enhancement from the original PS5 model.

What to Expect from the PS5 Pro

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The PS5 Pro is equipped with a larger GPU and faster RAM, delivering a 45% improvement in rendering performance compared to the standard PS5. This is a major leap, especially for gamers interested in next-level graphics. Sony’s new PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) technology will be its AI-upscaling feature, boosting visual fidelity, similar to NVIDIA’s DLSS. Titles like The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered, Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, and Horizon Forbidden West will enjoy enhanced graphics and frame rates, while third-party games such as Alan Wake 2 and Dragon’s Dogma 2 will also be optimized for the new console​(Engadget).

Upgraded Storage and Connectivity

One major improvement is the 2TB internal storage, a significant increase from the original PS5’s 825GB. This addresses complaints about storage capacity, especially for gamers dealing with massive game sizes that can exceed 200GB. Additionally, the PS5 Pro comes with Wi-Fi 7 support, offering ultra-fast wireless connectivity for seamless gaming​(Tom’s Hardware).

Design Tweaks and 8K Support

Aesthetically, the PS5 Pro maintains the original height of the PS5 but removes the bulky optical drive, giving it a sleeker look. It also boasts support for 8K resolution, though full 8K gaming will require upscaling to maintain performance​(Tom’s Hardware).

Price and Release

While the $699 price tag may deter some, especially when compared to the standard PS5 at $499, Sony promises the PS5 Pro is a genuine hardware upgrade for serious gamers. Pre-orders will begin on September 26(Engadget)(Tom’s Hardware).

Stay tuned for the official release, and prepare for what could be a defining moment in next-gen gaming consoles. Read more about the announcement here.

 

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Written by: Oluwaseye Owoborode

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