PlayStation
PlayStation 5 Pro
A solid mid-range game console for everyday users and creators, leading with 4K.
58/100
4KAMD RDNA, 16.7 TFLOPSAMD Zen 2, 8-core/16-thread2000 GBHome ConsoleWhite
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Why we rate it
- Expandable storage
- Ray tracing
- VRR
- Above-average ram
- No handheld / portable mode
- Below-average max refresh
Score profile
Scored against the game consoles classWhere the PlayStation 5 Pro wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Compute
CPUAMD Zen 2, 8-core/16-thread
GPUAMD RDNA, 16.7 TFLOPS
RAM16 GB
Storage
Internal SSD2000 GB
Expandable storageYes
Video output
Max resolution4
Max refresh60 Hz
Ray tracingYes
VRRYes
Design
Form factorHome Console
Weight3.1 kg
Bundle
Controllers1
ColourWhite
Backwards compatibility
Backwards compatibleYes
Generations supportedPS4
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Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowPlayStation 5 Pro vs Nintendo Nintendo Switch 2
PlayStation 5 ProNintendo Switch 2
| PlayStationPlayStation 5 ProThis page | NintendoNintendo Switch 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 58 /100 | 64 /100Better |
| Max resolution | 4 | 4 |
| SSD | 2000 GBBetter | 256 GB |
| RAM | 16 GBBetter | 12 GB |
| CPU | AMD Zen 2, 8-core/16-thread | NVIDIA T239, 8-core ARM Cortex-A78C |
Who it's for
Is the PlayStation 5 Pro right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable game console for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need handheld / portable mode, in which case a higher-tier game console is the better call.
Power user
Heavy multitasking, creative work or gaming on the go.
good
Everyday user
Browsing, docs, calls and media.
good
Budget buyer
Wants a dependable machine for the basics.
okay
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the PlayStation 5 Pro worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 58/100 against other game consoles, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 52.
What stands out on the PlayStation 5 Pro?
Its expandable storage stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the PlayStation 5 Digital Console?
The PlayStation 5 Digital Console scores 61/100 versus this one at 58/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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