Reviews of the Sony PlayStation 5 Pro console

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www.vrenture.com/:
“Scene after scene, I saw improved detail without sacrificing fluidity—a combination that makes PS5 Pro the best-performing gaming console I’ve ever tested. Yes, it’s expensive, but for gamers who want the best experience, it may be worth the price… If you already have a PS5, then I think you’re better off saving your money and not buying a new machine… But if you can find a good trade-in or trade-in deal. If you’re thinking about buying your first PS5, I definitely think the Pro is worth it.”

Digital foundry:
“The truth is that the standard PS5 is still the best choice for most people, but for core enthusiasts looking for the best experience, there is a Pro option, albeit at a significant premium.”

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Digital Trends:
“I would by no means call the PS5 Pro a quantum leap over the base model. This is an incremental improvement that will mainly benefit those with giant monitors or 8K TVs.”

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Engadget:
“The PlayStation 5 Pro is the most powerful console ever made, but you’ll pay dearly for its performance… The PS5 Pro is clearly not intended for those who prioritize value – unless you’re comparing If you want 4K graphics to ray tracing at 60 frames per second, the PS5 Pro is your best choice under $1,000.”

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GameReactor UK:
“Sony has truly crafted a high-quality Pro console here, there’s no doubt about it, and our test set shows some impressive graphical differences. Plus, it’s not particularly large, doesn’t produce noticeable heat or noise, has 2TB of space, and is nonetheless a pretty fantastic console in every way. It’s a shame that small attempts to nudge the consumer by removing something as fundamental as the vertical kickstand should ruin the overall experience, and Sony really should have added small software tweaks to the interface that made it clear to Pro owners that they’ve spent the extra money. However, this is a major upgrade for those consumers who are already interested in optimized console games, there’s no doubt about it.”

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GamesHub:
“If you appreciate the finer things in life, this is a fantastic console. But it’s worth noting that it does everything the base PS5 console does, just a little better. From a physical media perspective, it’s the difference between watching a Blu-ray movie and watching a 4K movie.”

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GamesRadar+:
“I’m probably Sony’s target audience for the PS5 Pro—a longtime PlayStation fan, with an aging day-one console, an appreciator of technological advancement, and a budget for my gaming hobby. And yet I still wouldn’t buy a PS5 Pro. PS5 Pro… Graphics and frame rate improvements aren’t for living room dwellers, but for those who get up close and personal with their screens. The best PS5 monitors will show you all the ray tracing effects and detail. I spent that money on great image clarity with high frame rates. You just won’t see it sitting on your couch unless you have an 80-inch display six feet from your eyes.”

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IGN:
“At $700, it’s not cheap, so you have to really want this visual upgrade knowing that it doesn’t change the gameplay on a fundamental level—and to be fair, Sony never said it would. So, in its current form, the PS5 Pro isn’t a must-have, but it’s certainly nice to have.”

Press Start Australia:
“What PlayStation offers here is quite remarkable from a technological standpoint, and yes, the PS5 Pro is expensive, but it offers a pretty high-end experience on par with a PC that would be much more expensive to build, as well as artificial intelligence.” Upscaling systems are only getting better with time, so it feels like this is just the beginning of how far the PS5 Pro will go.”

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Technical radar:
“Overall, the PS5 Pro’s performance in everyday gaming is enjoyable. PSSR works wonders and delivers a great experience by combining the best modes of accuracy and performance. While I have found the updates to date to be enormous, I also recognize that such changes are mostly minor and not revolutionary – as a result, I still see the majority of PS5 owners sticking with their released PS5 Slim models.”

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Tom’s Guide:
“I can only recommend the PS5 Pro with some very significant reservations. The upgraded processor (which contains 67% more compute units, 28% faster memory and delivers up to 45% faster gameplay rendering) and PSSR features make a significant difference, but the resolution boost isn’t so drastic that staying on the base PS5 would be reckless… PS5 Pro is a powerful upgrade to an already excellent console, but at this price it’s not a must-have purchase.”

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Edge:
“Are you sitting 10 feet away (from the TV) or more? Then no, the PS5 Pro probably isn’t worth $700. Even if you have 20/20 vision like me. The improved visual fidelity just isn’t noticeable enough when you sit closer, but if you sit closer, Sony’s new gaming console makes some games look amazing.”

Ars Technique:
“If you already have a PS5, that $700 could instead go towards buying 10 full-fledged big-budget games at the launch price, or even more intriguing indie releases. This money can also go toward more than four years of PlayStation Plus Premium membership and access. to your library of hundreds of streaming and downloadable modern and classic PlayStation games. Both PS5 games feel like a better use of limited gaming budgets to me than the slight visual enhancement you get from the PS5 Pro… Even if you.” If you’re looking for your first PS5, I’m not sure the Pro is the version I’d recommend.”

GameSpot:
“So overall, the PS5 Pro is a device that won’t have much of an impact on how most people play or experience games. The games available at the time of testing show changes that are so minor that I can’t confidently suggest people buy it over one of the existing, cheaper PS5 models… And if you want to play games at their best, PC is still represents better value for money.”

Polygon:
“(Some) graphical improvements are easier to notice than others. And I’d say some aren’t noticeable at all if you’re sitting more than a few feet away from the TV.”

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Things:
“PlayStation 5 Pro is a much less enticing upgrade to your base PS5, or even a first purchase for anyone who’s been holding out until now. Besides the prohibitive price, the improved graphics seem so minor in the improved games and many others that are still waiting for Pro support. The thinner design is an improvement over the original, but you can get the updated slim PS5 for almost half the price – and with the option of a factory-installed disc drive.”

Washington Post:
“I can’t immediately recommend spending $700 to upgrade the PlayStation 5 to anyone other than tech enthusiasts and Sony fans. … If the PS5 Pro truly becomes the “best place to play GTA 6″ then the proposition will be very compelling. . It’s better to wait until this thing can do more than just give us prettier versions of remakes or remasters of old games.”

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