Sony
PlayStation 5 Pro
Custom RDNA · PSSR · 2 TB
90
/ 100
From $699
VS
Sony
PlayStation 5 Pro
2024
90
/ 100
From $699
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, PlayStation 5 Pro lands at 90 and PlayStation 5 Pro at 90. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick PlayStation 5 Pro if…
- ✓PSSR AI upscaling
- ✓Quieter thermals
- ✓2 TB SSD built-in
Pick PlayStation 5 Pro if…
- ✓Exclusive titles (brand-dependent)
- ✓Store ecosystem
- ✓Cross-gen compatibility
Score breakdown
PlayStation 5 Pro
90 performance 92
games 94
features 90
value 82
PlayStation 5 Pro
90 performance 90
games 88
features 88
value 82
Specs side-by-side
Spec
PlayStation 5 Pro
PlayStation 5 Pro
CPU
Custom Zen 2 8C @ 3.85 GHz
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GPU
Custom RDNA with 16.7 TFLOPS
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RAM
16 GB GDDR6
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Storage
2 TB NVMe
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Output
8K ready, 4K 120Hz
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Release year
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2024
PlayStation 5 Pro
Pros
- +PSSR AI upscaling
- +Quieter thermals
- +2 TB SSD built-in
Cons
- −No disc drive (sold separately)
- −Expensive
- −Incremental CPU uplift
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 Pro vs PlayStation 5 Pro
Which is better, PlayStation 5 Pro or PlayStation 5 Pro? +
Both score 90 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is PlayStation 5 Pro worth the price? +
At $699, PlayStation 5 Pro delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in games.
Is PlayStation 5 Pro worth the price? +
At $699, PlayStation 5 Pro delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in performance.
Does PlayStation 5 Pro 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.