Sony
PlayStation 5
2020
88
/ 100
From $499
VS
PlayStation 5 Pro wins by 2
Sony
PlayStation 5 Pro
2024
90
/ 100
From $699
Specdex verdict
PlayStation 5 Pro takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, PlayStation 5 lands at 88 and PlayStation 5 Pro at 90. That puts PlayStation 5 Pro ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick PlayStation 5 if…
- ✓Exclusive titles (brand-dependent)
- ✓Store ecosystem
- ✓Cross-gen compatibility
Pick PlayStation 5 Pro if…
- ✓Exclusive titles (brand-dependent)
- ✓Store ecosystem
- ✓Cross-gen compatibility
PlayStation 5 88
vs 90 PlayStation 5 Pro
Score breakdown
PlayStation 5
88 performance 88
games 86
features 86
value 82
PlayStation 5 Pro
90 performance 90
games 88
features 88
value 82
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | PlayStation 5 | PlayStation 5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Release year | 2020 | 2024 |
PlayStation 5
Pros
- +Exclusive titles (brand-dependent)
- +Store ecosystem
- +Cross-gen compatibility
Cons
- −Storage expansion pricey
- −Dashboard UX ages
- −Subscription required for online
PlayStation 5 Pro
Pros
- +Exclusive titles (brand-dependent)
- +Store ecosystem
- +Cross-gen compatibility
Cons
- −Storage expansion pricey
- −Dashboard UX ages
- −Subscription required for online
FAQ: PlayStation 5 vs PlayStation 5 Pro
Which is better, PlayStation 5 or PlayStation 5 Pro? +
PlayStation 5 Pro scores 90 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is PlayStation 5 worth the price? +
At $499, PlayStation 5 delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in performance.
Is PlayStation 5 Pro worth the price? +
At $699, PlayStation 5 Pro delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in performance.
Does PlayStation 5 or PlayStation 5 Pro last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.