Summary of overseas reviews of 'PS5 Pro': While the graphics have certainly improved, the price of 120,000 yen (tax included) is too high and critics are flooding in
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The Verge said, 'It goes without saying that the PS5 Pro is the most powerful PlayStation ever, but the real question is whether it's worth the $700 price tag attached to this console (119,980 yen including tax in Japan).'
PS5 Pro review: how close is your TV? - The Verge
https://www.theverge.com/reviews/24289319/ps5-pro-review
The Verge prefaced the PS5 Pro's image quality improvement by saying that it can be felt in most titles, but pointed out that 'unless you have a 65-inch or 55-inch large TV (plus 4K support) and sit within 10 feet (about 3 meters) to play games, you will not feel that the PS5 Pro is worth more than its price. You cannot fully feel the improvement in visual fidelity unless you are at this distance.' However, if you sit within 10 feet and play, the game screen is drawn amazingly beautifully, and everything, such as grass blades, stone pillars, and the weave of the backpack, is faithfully displayed. Therefore, The Verge wrote, 'I wanted to get closer to the TV to play games, and I wanted to connect the PS5 Pro to a 4K monitor and use it like a gaming PC.'
However, not all PS5 games support the improved image quality of the PS5 Pro. Titles that support the improved image quality are tagged ' PS5 Pro Enhanced ' and are limited to '50 or more titles' at the time of writing.
In addition, for titles such as ' Astro Bot ' that run beautifully on the PS5, the only differences between the PS5 and PS5 Pro are physical differences such as 'the exterior plate that divides the top and bottom of the main unit, the cooling and noise performance during operation, and the weight,' The Verge pointed out. The weight difference between the PS5 and PS5 Pro is about 3 pounds (about 1.36 kg).
The PS5 Pro is equipped with 16GB of unified memory shared between the CPU and GPU, the same as the PS5. However, it also has an additional 2GB of DDR5 RAM. In addition, the storage capacity is more than doubled to 2TB, allowing more games to be installed simultaneously. The GPU processing performance, which is said to be 62% faster, has evolved to 16.7TFLOPS. In addition to these, the AI upscaling technology called 'PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR)' can also enhance the visual expression in some titles.
The Verge also compared the PS5 Pro to a gaming PC, writing, 'Ray tracing aside, in early tests, a gaming PC equipped with an AMD Ryzen 7 5800X and GeForce RTX 3060 Ti seemed to outperform the PS5 Pro. Alan Wake 2 offers better textures and finer detail.'
The Verge points out that the PS5 Pro has the following advantages: 'It has the graphics quality of a mid-range PC,' 'There are fewer difficult choices between fidelity and frame rate,' 'PS4 games are slightly clearer,' and 'It's smaller, lighter, and quieter than the original PS5.' On the other hand, the bad points include 'too high a price,' 'additional costs for the disc drive,' and 'there's no guarantee that your favorite games will improve.'
Game media IGN wrote about the PS5 Pro, 'The PS5 Pro is arguably the most powerful console you can buy right now, and thanks to upgraded hardware and upscaling technology, it looks better and runs much smoother than the PS5. But it's not at all surprising that the new PS5 is faster. And it's so expensive.' 'There are only a handful of games that can take advantage of the power of the PS5 Pro, but is it worth buying? The answer is 'it's up to you.''
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https://www.ign.com/articles/playstation-5-pro-review
Eurogamer.net, a gaming media outlet, also mentioned, 'Is upgrading to PS5 Pro really necessary? Given the high price of $700, it's very difficult to decide whether it's worth it.' Although it is clearly superior in several aspects compared to the regular PS5, it points out that CPU performance has only improved by about 10%. However, when comparing the PS5 Pro to the PS4 Pro, Eurogamer.net notes that it is 'much better' in terms of enhancing games compared to the previous model console, and notes that 'PS5 is still the best choice for most people, but for core enthusiasts who want the best possible experience, it is a valid option, albeit a fairly premium one.'
Sony PlayStation 5 Pro review: across the board improvements, but is it worth the money? | Eurogamer.net
https://www.eurogamer.net/digitalfoundry-2024-sony-playstation-5-pro-review-across-the-board-improvements-but-is-it-really-worth-the-money
TechRadar wrote about the PS5 Pro, 'It's a great console and the best PlayStation available today. The advancements are fantastic, bringing new levels of immersion and beauty to games while also increasing performance levels to provide silky smooth frame rates. There are clear advances from the PS5, so it's perfect for enthusiasts looking for more fidelity and performance.' However, the graphical upgrades are 'not truly groundbreaking,' and 'PlayStation aficionados can skip the PS5 Pro unless they're particular about graphics.'
PS5 Pro review: My verdict after a week of testing | TechRadar
https://www.techradar.com/gaming/ps5-pro-review
TechRadar lists the advantages of the PS5 Pro as 'a noticeable upgrade in performance and visuals over the regular PS5,' 'It's like a dream to achieve both the fidelity and performance of PSSR,' 'The 120Hz display makes it even clearer,' '2TB of storage is great,' and 'Wi-Fi 7 is a welcome evolution.' As for the disadvantages, they list 'graphical advances are generally subtle and not game-changing,' 'It's a shame that it doesn't come with a disc drive or stand,' and 'The high price means its value is questionable.'
GamesRadar+ also described the PS5 Pro as 'a great console for gamers who are invested in technology' and 'only worth the price in niche situations,' pointing out that while it can improve both graphics and frame rates, the $700 price tag is prohibitive for most gamers.
PS5 Pro review: “a gorgeous piece of kit for the tech-invested player” | GamesRadar+
https://www.gamesradar.com/hardware/ps5-pro-review/
GamesRadar+ lists the advantages of the PS5 Pro as 'smoother gameplay at 4K,' 'improved ray tracing effects,' 'stunningly sleek design,' 'increased storage capacity,' and 'excellent selection of game patches.' It also lists the disadvantages as 'prohibitive price for most gamers,' 'some games will not benefit much from upgrades,' and 'no disc drive.'
Tom's Guide describes the PS5 Pro as 'a major overhaul of the PS5's base hardware' and 'the best way to experience the PS5's vast game library and the best of the home console.' However, it points out that the $700 price tag will only appeal to avid gamers.
PS5 Pro review: Power at a price | Tom's Guide
https://www.tomsguide.com/gaming/playstation/ps5-pro-review
Tom's Guide lists four advantages of the PS5 Pro: 'enhanced specs,' 'impressive ray tracing,' 'PSSR,' and 'large SSD,' while its disadvantages include 'price' and 'no disc drive.'
CNET also described the PS5 Pro as 'the best graphics performance of a home gaming console ever,' noting that it has a higher frame rate, higher graphics fidelity, and improved ray tracing than the PS5. However, they point out that the price is expensive and that not only the disc drive but even the stand for vertical placement is sold separately. CNET wrote, 'Buying a PS5 Pro, which is more expensive than the PS5, now is like choosing a more expensive graphics board to get better graphics performance on a desktop PC.' However, unlike other media, CNET said, 'It's the most expensive home gaming console ever sold, but I wouldn't say it's too expensive,' and 'Personally, I think the PS5 Pro is worth the price because it has a future-proof future for the next few years,' and said that it is a gaming console that is worth the price.
PS5 Pro Review: The Best Console Graphics Yet - CNET
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/ps5-pro-review-the-best-console-graphics-yet-playstation-5/
Game media Polygon said, 'Considering that the PS5 Pro is $250 (47,000 yen including tax in Japan) more expensive than the most affordable PS5 Slim, it's not an easy price to get for either PS5 owners or users looking to buy a new PS5 Pro. It's also not an upgrade that will make PS5 owners scream, 'I want it.' The UI is exactly the same, and it's very difficult to convey the benefits of the PS5 Pro.' The high price will be a problem for both existing PS5 users and new users.
PS5 Pro review: The differences are subtle, but they're there | Polygon
https://www.polygon.com/review/474382/ps5-pro-review-sony-playstation-pssr-gpu-games
Engadget said, 'It's easy to see whether the PS5 Pro is right for you. If you're happy with the PS5's existing performance, feel the $700 price tag is too high, or don't have a 4K TV, you can ignore the PS5 Pro. On the other hand, if you're tired of the loss of graphical fidelity when playing games at 60fps, or want to avoid playing games at 30fps altogether, the PS5 Pro may be the long-awaited console for you.'
PlayStation 5 Pro review: A superpowered $700 console for gamers who won't buy a PC
https://www.engadget.com/gaming/playstation/playstation-5-pro-review-a-superpowered-700-console-for-gamers-who-wont-buy-a-pc-110056410.html
Engadget lists the advantages of the PS5 Pro as 'faster GPU for 4K/60fps performance,' 'PSSR,' 'new ray tracing features,' 'PS4 titles can be slightly upgraded,' and '2TB SSD.' The disadvantages are 'expensive,' 'very expensive,' 'no disc drive,' and 'not all games can improve performance.'
GameSpot said, 'Overall, the PS5 Pro is a device that will not have a significant impact on how most people play and experience games. The changes seen in the titles available at the time of testing are so small that we cannot confidently recommend buying it instead of the existing cheaper PS5. Games such as Final Fantasy VII Rebirth , which are said to benefit more from the power of the PS5 Pro, are not helped by the fact that patches have not yet been distributed. The bigger problem facing the PS5 Pro is that it does not pass the check for the value proposition presented by the original hardware. There are no new games that show what the added processing power will bring, and no existing games that have been significantly improved by the PS5 Pro. Worse yet, Sony has not even given a glimpse of the console's future potential. 'It has been a rather harsh assessment.
PS5 Pro Review - Powerful On Paper, Ordinary In Action - GameSpot
https://www.gamespot.com/articles/ps5-pro-review-powerful-on-paper-ordinary-in-action/1100-6527571/
T3 described the PS5 Pro as 'the most powerful gaming console on the planet,' specifically praising the fact that games with the 'PS5 Pro Enhanced' tag can be played at high resolution without adversely affecting frame rates. T3 cited the advantages of the PS5 Pro as 'improved graphics performance,' 'ability to play games at up to 8K and 60fps,' 'quiet operation despite high performance,' and '2TB SSD as standard,' and cited three disadvantages: 'no disc drive,' 'no vertical placement,' and 'price.'
PS5 Pro review: the most powerful games console on the planet | T3
https://www.t3.com/tech/gaming-consoles/ps5-pro-review
The PS5 Pro is also available on Amazon.co.jp, priced at 119,980 yen including tax. However, it is an invitation sale, and only those who receive an invitation email can order it.
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