PlayStation 5 Pro Announced: Launching November 7 for $699 with Enhanced Power and New Features!

PS5 Pro is Here! Sony has officially revealed the PlayStation 5 Pro, and it’s coming to stores on November 7, 2024, priced at $699.99 (or £699.99 / €799.99 / ¥119,980). This enhanced version of the PS5 is designed for gamers and developers craving higher fidelity graphics and smoother performance. And yes, it’s a disc-less console, but you can buy the disc drive separately if you’re still clinging to physical games.

Pre-orders kick off on September 26 via PlayStation Direct, with other retailers joining the action on October 10.

What Makes the PS5 Pro Special? According to Sony’s Platform Business Group CEO, Hideaki Nishino, the PlayStation 5 Pro was built to deliver on gamers’ demands for faster frame rates and more dynamic graphics. Here are the standout features:

• Upgraded GPU: The PS5 Pro boasts a GPU with 67% more Compute Units and 28% faster memory, giving you a whopping 45% faster rendering for ultra-smooth gameplay.

• Advanced Ray Tracing: Lighting and reflections just got real. The PS5 Pro’s ray tracing is up to three times faster than the base model, delivering jaw-dropping visuals.

• AI-Driven Upscaling: Say hello to PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution, a machine learning-based upscaling feature that sharpens image quality with crazy levels of detail.

Boosting Your Backlog Not only is the PS5 Pro about the future, but it’s also giving your older games some love. The PS5 Pro Game Boost enhances over 8,500 backward-compatible PS4 games, stabilizing and improving performance where needed. Plus, certain PS4 games will see enhanced image quality, letting you revisit old favorites in higher resolution.

More Cool Features

• Wi-Fi 7 support for faster connections (in supported territories)
• VRR and 8K Gaming for crystal-clear graphics and responsive gameplay
• 2TB SSD for massive storage, perfect for your digital library
• Comes with a DualSense wireless controller and the classic ASTRO’s PLAYROOM pre-installed.

Games That Will Shine on PS5 Pro Several titles will be patched with free updates to take full advantage of the Pro’s features. Look out for PlayStation 5 Pro Enhanced labels on blockbusters like:

• Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
• Marvel’s Spider-Man 2
• Hogwarts Legacy
• The Last of Us Part II Remastered
• Assassin’s Creed Shadows
• Gran Turismo 7
• …and many more!

Consistent Design, More Power The PS5 Pro keeps the look and size of the original PS5, but packs significantly more power under the hood. Players can customize their experience by adding an Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc Drive or swapping out console covers (coming soon).

Compatible with All Your Favorite Accessories Worried about needing new gear? Don’t be. The PS5 Pro works seamlessly with all current PS5 accessories, including PlayStation VR2, DualSense Edge, Pulse Elite, and Pulse Explore.

Mark Your Calendar With a launch date set for November 7, the PlayStation 5 Pro is ready to dominate your holiday wishlist. Whether you’re an early adopter or looking to upgrade, this powerhouse console promises to deliver an unmatched gaming experience. Pre-orders begin September 26—don’t miss out!