PlayStation 5 has been available for several years now, making it easier to find in stock at retailers. With significant upgrades over its predecessor, the new-gen hardware offers better graphics, shorter loading times, and support for the advanced DualSense controller. However, the higher price of the PS5 compared to the PS4 may not be suitable for budget-conscious shoppers.
So, in 2024, which is the better choice: PS4 or PS5? Does the aging PS4 still make sense to purchase, or should you opt for the PS5? Let’s take a closer look at pricing, available games, storage, and resolution to compare these two popular consoles.
PS5 vs. PS4 vs. PS4 Pro specs
The specifications of the PS5 clearly indicate a significant leap from the PS4 (and even the PS4 Pro). Sony has enhanced the platform in all aspects, including more efficient storage, faster compute parts, larger capacity disks, and higher resolutions. With two versions of the PS5 available, the Standard Edition and Digital Edition, both offering the same specs except for the absence of a disc drive in the Digital Edition.
Sony has also introduced the PS5 Slim lineup, with similar specs to the original PS5 models but with slight design differences.
| PlayStation 5 | PlayStation 4 | PlayStation 4 Pro | |
| CPU | 8-core, 16 thread, up to 3.5GHz (variable frequency) | 8 Jaguar Cores, 1.6GHz | 8 Jaguar Cores, 2.1GHz |
As we delve into these specs, it’s important to note the differences in architecture between the PS5 and its predecessors, which affects how these specs should be compared. While some specs can be directly compared, others require consideration of the overall system design.
