Speculations are swirling around the potential release of a PlayStation 5 Pro, also known as the PS5 Pro. Following the trend of a mid-generation upgrade seen in the previous console cycle with the PS4 Pro, many anticipate that Sony will unveil a slightly more powerful console to bridge the gap between the current PS5 and the future PlayStation 6. Credible sources have been leaking detailed information about what the rumored PS5 Pro might entail. Despite the credibility of these sources, it’s essential to maintain a level of skepticism until Sony officially confirms the existence of this console. Until then, let’s delve into the rumors surrounding the PS5 Pro.
Rumored Release Window
All leaks point to a potential release window in Fall 2024, expected to be between September and November. This timeline hints at an imminent official announcement from Sony regarding the console’s launch. Jeff Grub even specifically mentioned a September release. It’s speculated that Sony aims to release the console before or in conjunction with the launch of the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6, boosting sales with enhanced performance for what could be the standout game of the year or even the generation.
Price
While there is no leaked information regarding the price of the PS5 Pro, it’s reasonable to assume that it will be priced higher than the current models. Speculations suggest a price increase of at least $100, potentially pushing the cost to $600 or more.
Specs
Recent leaks from Moor’s Law is Dead, supported by IGN and Insider Gaming, suggest that the PS5 Pro could boast 67 teraflops of compute power compared to the base model’s 10.28 teraflops. It’s also rumored to feature an increase in memory from 448GBs to 576GBs and a 10% faster CPU speed.
Tom Henderson mentioned that the PS5 Pro’s focus would be on enhancing ray tracing and rendering speeds. The rumored improvements include a significant 45% increase in rendering speeds and potential support for 8K graphics. It’s expected that the PS5 Pro would prioritize delivering the best visuals at the highest framerates by default, without requiring players to choose between graphics or performance modes.
While not confirmed by leakers, it’s widely anticipated that the PS5 Pro, if real, would maintain compatibility with all existing PS5 games and not introduce any exclusives. There might also be enhanced performance for PSVR2, although this aspect hasn’t garnered as much attention.
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