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Sony's mid-gen powerhouse pairs a 67-CU RDNA GPU good for ~16.7 TFLOPS with PSSR AI upscaling and 2-3x faster ray tracing, so demanding titles run in 4K at higher, steadier frame rates than the base PS5 — provided you don't mind paying flagship money for a disc-less box.
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The most powerful PlayStation ever — 4K, ray-traced, PSSR-enhanced gaming for the enthusiast who wants the smoothest console experience.
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| CPU | Custom AMD Zen 2, 8-core / 16-thread |
|---|---|
| CPU Clock | Up to 3.85 GHz (High CPU Frequency mode) |
| GPU TFLOPS | ~16.7 TFLOPS (advertised) |
| GPU Architecture | Custom AMD RDNA-based, 67 compute units |
| AI Upscaling | PSSR (PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution) |
| Performance vs PS5 | ~45% faster GPU rendering |
| Ray Tracing | Advanced hardware RT, 2-3x faster than PS5 |
|---|---|
| Compute Units | 67 CUs |
| Variable Rate Shading | Supported |
| Target Output | 4K with ray tracing at higher frame rates |
| Boost Mode | Game Boost for legacy PS5/PS4 titles |
| Game Memory | 16 GB GDDR6 |
|---|---|
| Memory Bandwidth | 576 GB/s |
| System Memory | Additional 2 GB DDR5 (OS, Pro only) |
| Bus Width | 256-bit |
| Capacity | 2 TB custom NVMe SSD |
|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 NVMe |
| Expansion | 1 × M.2 slot (PCIe 4.0, up to 8 TB) |
| External | USB drive support for PS4 games |
| Output | HDMI 2.1 (TMDS / FRL) |
|---|---|
| Max Resolution | Up to 8K (7680 × 4320) |
| 4K Refresh | 4K up to 120 Hz |
| 1080p / 1440p | Up to 120 Hz |
| HDR | HDR10 |
| VRR | Variable Refresh Rate supported |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (IEEE 802.11be) |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.1 |
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) |
| Controller | DualSense (haptics + adaptive triggers) |
| USB-C (front) | 1 × USB Type-C (Hi-Speed USB) |
|---|---|
| USB-A (front) | 1 × USB Type-A (Hi-Speed USB) |
| USB-A (rear) | 2 × USB Type-A (Super-Speed USB 10 Gbps) |
| HDMI | 1 × HDMI 2.1 out |
| LAN | 1 × Ethernet (RJ-45) |
| Disc Drive | Connector for optional add-on Disc Drive |
| 3D Audio | Tempest 3D AudioTech engine |
|---|---|
| Headset | Via USB / Bluetooth / HDMI |
| Output Formats | Linear PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS, Dolby Atmos (Blu-ray) |
| Power | Internal PSU, ~100-240 V AC |
|---|---|
| Cooling | Large heatsink + single 120 mm fan, liquid metal |
| Acoustics | Runs quiet and cool under sustained load |
| Dimensions | 388 × 216 × 89 mm (disc-less) |
|---|---|
| Weight | ≈ 3.1 kg |
| Finish | White, three-fin design with central LED band |
| Orientation | Horizontal (vertical stand sold separately) |
| Storage Bay | Internal M.2 SSD expansion bay |
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The PlayStation 5 Pro is the most capable console Sony has ever shipped, and in PS5 Pro Enhanced titles the combination of a 67-CU GPU, dramatically faster ray tracing and PSSR upscaling genuinely closes the gap between fidelity and performance modes. It is whisper-quiet, ships with a roomy 2 TB SSD and is ready for Wi-Fi 7 and 8K displays. The catch is value: it is disc-less out of the box, carries a flagship price, and reuses the base console's CPU, so this is a luxury purchase for enthusiasts chasing the smoothest 4K experience rather than a must-upgrade for every PS5 owner.
Ray tracing finally without the frame-rate tax
Upgraded from a launch PS5 and the difference in Pro Enhanced games is real. Spider-Man 2 in the fidelity mode now holds a locked frame rate with full ray tracing, and PSSR makes 4K look crisp. It's also noticeably quieter on my shelf. Wish it came with a stand and a disc drive though.
Gorgeous visuals, but mind the price and the missing drive
The 2 TB SSD meant I didn't have to delete anything moving over, and PSSR genuinely sharpens up the games I play most. Knocked a star because going disc-less by default stings when you own a physical collection — the add-on drive is extra. For a pure digital gamer it's brilliant.
Worth it for enthusiasts, overkill for casual play
If you chase the best image quality on a 4K OLED, the Pro is the console to own — steadier 60 fps, fuller RT, and that quiet cooling. But the CPU is unchanged so CPU-heavy games feel the same, and the price is steep here. Bought from Star Tech, setup was painless and data transfer over Wi-Fi 7 was quick.
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The Pro's GPU has 67 compute units delivering around 16.7 TFLOPS, versus 36 CUs and roughly 10.3 TFLOPS on the base PS5 — about a 45% rendering uplift. Ray tracing is 2-3x faster, and PSSR AI upscaling reconstructs a cleaner 4K image. The CPU is the same custom Zen 2, so CPU-limited games gain less.
No. The PS5 Pro is disc-less by default. If you want to play physical Blu-ray game and movie discs you must buy the separate PS5 Disc Drive add-on, which clips onto the side of the console.
PSSR (PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution) is Sony's AI-driven upscaling, conceptually similar to DLSS. The console renders a game at a lower internal resolution, then uses dedicated machine-learning hardware to reconstruct a sharp 4K-class image, letting games keep ray tracing and high frame rates without a visible drop in clarity.
Yes. It plays the full PS5 and PS4 backward-compatible library. Most titles benefit from 'Game Boost', and games patched as 'PS5 Pro Enhanced' add PSSR, higher resolutions or fuller ray tracing for the biggest visual gains.
It has an HDMI 2.1 output that supports 4K at up to 120 Hz and includes 8K output support for compatible games and displays. For most players the practical benefit is steadier 4K 60 fps and smoother 120 Hz modes on a fast TV.
It ships with a 2 TB custom NVMe SSD, roughly double the usable space of older PS5s. There is an internal M.2 slot so you can add a compatible PCIe 4.0 NVMe drive (up to 8 TB) for more game storage.
Generally yes. Despite the more powerful GPU, the larger cooling assembly and refined fan profile mean it runs cool and stays quiet under load — most owners report it is no louder, and often quieter, than earlier PS5 models.
Authorised and grey-market units appear at Star Tech, Ryans, Pickaboo, TechLand and on Daraz. The 2 TB disc-less console typically lands around ৳95,000, while a bundle including the add-on Disc Drive runs closer to ৳110,000 depending on the retailer and import duties.
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