Some PlayStation Fans May Actually Get the New PS5 Pro and Here’s Their Explanation

Some PlayStation fans are okay with getting the new PS5 Pro console, even though it is truly pricey.

[piroh]

Count me in bb😎

[Yang_kai]

I got a friend that is going to get it just for GTA 6 🤦🏿

[jarek98]

Before GTA 6 comes out, there may be PlayStation 6 already ;-).

[Cacabunga]

Damage control is real.. so far i do not feel any gap with PS4 because lots pf titles are cross gen.
I need to see first party ps5 single player exclusives first before anything.
As for GTA6 it will also release on PS6 with all kinds of additions over Pro.

[Dreadnort]

Rest assured, GTA 6 will come out on the PS5, Then we can all look forward to buying the "upgrade" on PS6, followed by the "Remaster" for the PS6 mid-gen refresh before finally buying the "Definitive edition" on PS7.

[Agent75]

In other words, you?

[wolf581]

Me too....I was between ps5 pro or the series x spongebob edition at 699...the choice is obvious 🤣🤣🤣

[Einhander1972]

It going to be the best console experience.

And despite what the click bait may want to convince people of you can't build a PC for nearly the price of the PS5 Pro has tech that isn't in any of the graphics cards people are using as well as other parts (memory, SSD's) making these cheap builds.

Just wait until it's released and we start to see exactly what the console can do, not these misleading reports with zero fact or cross checking. I am fully confident that PS5 Pro will offer the best image quality the most stable framerates with the best post processing.

[piroh]

Last few years people comparing PS5/XsX and complaining about 1-2fps differences, now the same people hating on Pro which will bring new level of graphics for 700$. Remember how DF stated a game is best playable on this/that console due to 4-5fps difference.

Nobody is forced to buy a Pro, if not just ignore.

[Tacoboto]

I don't think anyone can or has denied that PS5 Pro will be the best place to game on console.

It's the terrible precedent that stings - a $700 digital console. An extra controller now costs more. The disc drive is another $80 and who looking for a "Pro" console won't need that for their library? You don't even get a stand. Sony is making fewer AAA titles, and it's announced by showing us not new games, but even PS4 ports.

I would like one someday, but there needs to be a line drawn in the sand *somewhere* on the egregious pricing of Sony hardware, and the trend it'll set by not even bundling in the disc drive.

[Hotpot]

This, precedent matters. If the Pro is popular you can bet your ass PS6 will start at that price or even higher, possibly also excluding disc drive.

This is just like back when apple finally break that $1000 price for a phone, and now every phone manufacturers follow suit.

[Umb]

That line was crossed long ago with consumer tech, and since some companies can get away with it. It has turned into a situation where all companies will start to do it. For exapmle, a certain fruit company charging $1000 for a monitor stand, which is pretty outrages. So this is not unique to only the gaming console sphere and being in Australia, I remember an RTX 3080 TI cost $2700-$3200!!! That's just for the GPU alone.

It is cocnerning to see where console gaming is heading in terms of the price point and will depend on the individual to determine if this hobby brings value to the lives.

[mkis007]

$700 for what the pro is today is much better than $600 what thr 2tb series x is today. From a purely hardware focused viewpoint an additional factor must also be low expectation of sales which prevents pricing these consoles below total cost. A good portion of pricing strategy is order volume and with them expecting 10% attach rate at most, I can't imagine their was much wiggle room. These facts don't exist in a vacuum, the base consoles are still their original msrp. This generation had high inflation low availability of cost downs.

[CrimsonIdol]

I don't understand why people keep pointing to this poorly received limited edition 2TB sparkly Xbox as a comparison. "yeah but the Xbox series X, a console that's selling terribly, has an SKU that costs too much. So if they can fail to sell their console why can't we?! DOUBLE STANDARDS!". You gotta get out of your console war mindset guys and just look at it objectively instead of just trying to point score against Xbox. Pat yourself on the shoulder you won, time to put down the gun.

We already have a great comparison piece: The PS4 Pro. Same mid gen refresh with a bump to GPU performance (well actually the PS4 was double the GPU performance where as the PS5 has a more modest improvement), same keep the old CPU, same doubling of storage. So what are the differences this gen?
-They took away the drive to sell it back to you again for another $100, ditto the stand
-The PS4 Pro cost the same as the PS4 did at launch, the PS5 Pro costs $200 more best case scenario (much worse if you happen to live outside the US, almost double the price here).

By every conceivable metric this is a far worse deal than before. Yes, "nobody is forcing me". it would have been nice, though. It's disappointing. It's got me looking at PC hardware, which it's dawned on me that for about half the price of a PS5 Pro I could actually upgrade my PC to an RTX 4080 super (not trying to suggest an RTX 4080 is good value either). As someone complaining I'm complaining that they talked me out of a sale of something that I had been anticipating. I personally don't think "don't like it, don't buy it" is a particularly good point. When a movie studio ruins some movie or franchise you were anticipating they usually say the same sort of thing and I don't think it ever is a valid dismissal of the criticism.

I appreciate we're dealing with inflation but we're also dealing with recession, meaning people, even "enthusiasts" are probably going to be being a bit more picky with their purchases.

[trez1082]

I don’t like the price and yes I’d agree it sets a bad precedent but not in the world we live today because us tech lovers are in for an expensive future if things stand as it is. Phones, consoles and even pc parts will get pricey due to some counties changing their policies to fight iligal mining and child labour that comes with it. Apple, Samsung etc are being sued left and right and tech companies which relied a lot on the illegal mining side of things ( lower cost) are all on some kind of stand still.

Nothing to do with us gamers but we will see a crazy prices and they’ll tell us it’s because of “ the new tech “. Having said all that, I buy all consoles and use my ps a lot more and would love to play some games on higher res or frame rate but not for that price. Collectively the tech consumers have to vote with their wallets to push those companies to change their own greedy policies and find a way to reduce cost for consumers.

[OldDuffer]

Those of us who have been digital for years certainly don't need or want a disc drive and we shouldn't have to pay to have one in the price. Both my current PS5's are also in the horizontal position, so I also don't want to pay for an included stand which would end up in the bin in my case.
Its quite correct to release a machine without including elements many of the purchasers will not require - you have it all backwards.
Releasing an item that includes stuff you might not need is incredibly wasteful and its this type of behaviour which is killing the planet - think better!

Having seen Xbox release a new version of Series X with zero hardware improvements at all (except 2tb storage) for $600, and having paid about $2600 for a 3090 gpu 2 years ago, the price for PS5 pro is not excessive at all to me. I bought a Neo Geo back when it launched which cost me over $1500 in todays money ($650 at the time). Entitled gamers simply like to jump on whatever hate bandwagon they can find and this is the latest. I prefer to play games than wave pitchforks or draw ' lines in the sand' and I know whos behaviour I find weird and inconsistent in this particular debate.

Enjoy your games, most people will be happy with the base performance PS5 and the rest of us will pay a little more to get better performance as I have always done.

[Tacoboto]

@Old

That's your argument?

Sony should just go full Apple then, right? Take out the controller because you already have one, take out the HDMI cable because everyone has several, and they should increase the price even more because you chose to buy an overly-inflated GPU at peak value.

[fsfsxii]

you can get ripped off by nintendo for 399$ you get 480p graphics with 2010 hardware inside, leave this industry and let it strive and prosper for once.

[JackBNimble]

Is GTA6 the only game the only game to justify a ps5 pro? Because so far there is nothing.
You might as well tattoo SONY SUCKER on your forehead because this is Sony selling a slightly better product for hundreds more ,to someone who has already bought and paid for the original.

[Einhander1972]

It's no different than upgrading a video card. I guess anyone who buys a new video card should have Nvidia tattooed on their forehead...

The double standard here is outrageous.

[Crows90]

But for existing PC users it is very easy to upgrade to something superior

[Einhander1972]

But the console is sold at a subsidized price.

And all I keep hearing about is how CPU's aren't usable across generations and how using a similar CPU will somehow provide less FPS, so clearly the two most expensive parts need to be purchased every PC upgrade. And PS5 Pro has faster Memory and a larger SSD so you gotta buy those too and not cheap stuff either like the slowest possible ram the motherboard can accept like the recent "PC comparison builds"..

The fact is that the PS5 Pro is still much cheaper than buying or even upgrading to a similar PC.

[purple101]

il give you explanation, GTA6, - there, fixed it for you

[BeHunted]

The CPU is still the same. I guess if you prefer playing GTA at 30 fps, choose PS5 Pro instead of a PC.

[NotoriousWhiz]

GTA 6 probably won't be on PC until after PS6 has arrived.

[Petebloodyonion]

Sure like How PS4 Pro improved RDR2 Framerate right?

[Einhander1972]

PS4 Pro was in a whole other generation where very very few games even had 60 fps versions. You can count the number of 60 fps AAA games on PS4 on your fingers.

And just using one game as an example to pigeonhole a whole console is pointless.

And the saddest part is the way you guys just focus on one single aspect, there were other games listed in the report all that had various different enhancements including higher resolutions.

Again these developers used PSSR to upscale the game while adding other graphical enhancements. You guys haven't even let the developers talk about the game before taking some report of an early version of a game on a console that hasn't even released yet..

[darthv72]

I'll be getting as I did the 4 Pro, just not right away. They need to convince me of its benefits, not just making already existing games look better. I waited until GoW 2018 to get a Pro, and even that was roughly two years after it came onto the scene. It was GoW that convinced me. If there was a new GoW for PS5, and it really showcased all the benefits of a Pro... it will be a definite buy.

[Goodguy01]

Very curious as to how much will sell despite all the backlash. People do spend a lot more money these days...despite inflation.

[Lightning77]

It'll sell out 100%. Though I think they'll make fewer shipments to sell to the ones who really wanna get one.

Btw rumor update: Sony State Of Play is said to be on the 24 according to Jeff Grubb (brain of salt) previous rumor was 19th.

[FinalFantasyFanatic]

It blows my mind, people don't have money, yet they're spending the same amount or even more (to make up for the inflation), I don't know how people are affording things anymore.

[Firebird360]

Credit cards, swipe away. Most of them are one bad day away from financial ruin.

[slayernz]

yep ill be getting it day 1 and doing the same as i did for the ps4 pro, handing my ps5 base model down to my sons so they can play it. bunch of MP games ive been hanging out to play with them so cant wait

[senorfartcushion]

"it's not like I have a partner to spend it on"

[Elda]

I'm definitely buying one.

[northpaws]

I am getting too old to wait for this wait for that. I didn't work my ass off to hold back on purchases for months or even years.

Day one for me, I understand what I am getting, even top of the line PCs can't do most games in 4k 60fps with RT on, why would I expect this $700 console to be different?

[gold_drake]

this.

[JEECE]

But wouldn't you rather slap together a $700 PC that will struggle to run modern games at 1080p 60fps and won't support the new version of DLSS? I can send you a list of parts with good deals from chinesefakes.net and russianscam.io.

[Smellsforfree]

I think people wanting to put together a gaming PC right now as an alternative to a PS5 Pro (which it really isn't) shouldn't spend less than $1,000. If I shop around I can cobble together a nVidia 4070 (non-super) paired with an AM4 mobo+ram bundled with a 5700X3D add a case, power supply, M.2 SSD, and that is around $1,200. Much better than a PS5 Pro since it would be a much better processor. Trying to get to that $700 price point introduces too many compromises and wouldn't be worth it IMO.

[northpaws]

And rumoured State of Play at Sep 24th, while the PS5 Pro pre-order opens on the Sep 26th, I think they will go all out in that State of Play, there is no matter time to convince people to get a PS5 Pro.

[mandf]

Day one

[SPEAKxTHExTRUTH]

Of course people are going to buy it. It’s going to be impossible to get at launch and probably for the remainder of the year. And good luck getting the disk drive scalpers already buying them all up.

[jznrpg]

Or people like me realized they would sell out and bought one the day it was announced. Got mine in the mail today

[Demetrius]

I'm ready to see some devs take advantage of the power from it. Cool ass gameplay upgrade always welcomed

[jznrpg]

I want it and I can get it day 1 so I will.

[ironmonkey]

Some fans?. Millions will.

[leemo19]

I'm definitely going to try to get one

[S2Killinit]

What? I course we will.

[Lightning77]

In honestly I'm waiting for some new 1st party stuff to get announced since I want to play the best versions of those games on Pro. A bunch of old games showing off the pro doesn't doing anything for me.

[BQ32]

Personally the price doesn’t bother me, it’s $100 more expensive than I estimated but I was unable to get a ps5 until 5 full months after release. I would pay 100 for the 5 months of use to be honest. That’s like taking my fam out to eat one time. And I did not expect the 2TB which is a huge win for me so the price is easily justifiable. I already have my og waiting to be sold to my brother for 450 as long as I let him pay me 100 per month.

[SimpleDad]

My boys are playing PS5, and I'm and old man playing PS4 Pro. Enjoying Abe again, but the originals... not that new and tasty one.
I'm not in a hurry for another PRO, and it all depends what games are gonna take the advantage of it.
But yes... I'm staying and will upgrade Sony's hardware for our digital library.
GTA6 is probably be the reason to upgrade... ahead of PS6.

[Petebloodyonion]

The article fails to provide substantial reasons for choosing the PS5 Pro. According to the article, the two reasons to opt for a PS5 Pro are:

1) If you are passionate about gaming on PlayStation and play frequently, enhancing your experience could be a worthwhile investment.
2) When the cost is broken down into a monthly expense, it amounts to $20 per month for improved visuals.

Honestly, it's like saying, "Replace your perfectly fine TV with a bigger one, and you might enjoy it more."

[boing1]

If someone is getting a new tv just because it is bigger, it means the old one was too small. Very valid reason.

[Profchaos]

Kind of over these articles it's been constant does it really matter what someone does or doesn't do with their own money.

[Armyofdarkness]

«Some». You are going to be surprised how many people actually buy this. I’m getting it too.

[wolf581]

I was between ps5 pro or the series x spongebob edition at 699.....well the choice is obvious 🤣🤣🤣

[infinite-loop]

I'm gonna try to get PS5 Pro, also got my sights on a MacMini Pro M4...loads a money...

[Mr_cheese]

Because they wanted it? Is there any more of a point than that

[Zenzuu]

I'm just going to trade in my original PS5 to offset some of the cost for the Pro. Since, I'm a level 5 member at my local EB game store, the trade in price is quite decent.

[gold_drake]

im buying one too, yes its expensive, but i work for a living and after sitting on it, im getting it.

not day one but most likely around christmas.

[OldDuffer]

No explanation required.

[Npugz7]

I’m getting it just not right at launch.

[90sGamingWasBetter]

Absolutely no one needs to explain anything, if you want a PS5 Pro and are lucky enough to get one just enjoy it and ignore any negativity surrounding it.

[OptimusDK]

All this has done, is convince me just to get the PC already.

[ChasterMies]

I’ll simply it. If a lot of people can spend $2000 on a gaming PC, even more people can spend $700 on a PS5 Pro.

[Smellsforfree]

Exactly. People really try to frame it as an either-or-scenario but that just isn't right. Gaming is a hobby and a relatively cheap one as an adult. Most people interested in a PS5 Pro already have the $2,000 gaming PC. They aren't interested in one or the other but just having the best gaming experiences.

[Neonridr]

lol, in other news water is wet.

of course some people will buy this.

[joab777]

It’s expensive but everything is. My new IPad was expensive. And if you don’t play PC and don’t want to, you are going to buy this.
The question is, how many of these people are there today?

[P1mpzRuS]

Im not sure who paying to post all these comments…but please, based on what? There’s not one game or exclusive that is a “pro must have”. I have had the PS5 console since launch and personally I believe that the base system has not been properly capped out. And no trade-in offers?? GTFH

[Jayrod]

already got my disc drive and stand can't wait

[Vithar]

people need to get off youtube and X, this will sell out lol

[CRASHBASHUK]

same here as i got a 4k 120fps as the pro can fix the fps

[Agent75]

Yeah, GTA 6 on PS5 then PS6, then different editions as we wait 15 years for the next game. By then, I'll be retired. £800 for a PS5 Pro with disc drive, the PS6 price will be eye popping. PS6 Pro?

[Gamings-Last-Legend]

4k/60fps! That's my reason for getting it day one!!

[hiawa23]

I already received my stand and drive for the Pro. My reason is simple. I love the Sony exclusives and generally normally buy all multiplats on Xbox. Going forward will switch to the PS versions. The price of the console is really no issue for me. I want one because I have a launch digital PS5, and if the Pro plays multiplat games better than my base consoles along with the enhanced first party games then it is money well spent. It is worth it to me.

[arm71174]

News flash, people buy graphic cards that cost 1 to 2 thousand dollars and get upgraded annually. Or phones that cost $1500 every 2 years. It is pricey. Tech can be pricey. Writing an article to explain why gamers in the Sony ecosystem would buy a higher spec console over the base offering is like writing an article saying some IPhone users may actually buy the IPhone Pro Max, and here's their explanation. I'm buying a PS5 Pro because I want too. See how easy that was?

[Killa78]

The only explanation they need is that, they want it.

[milohighclub]

I've had every major console since NES, bought 100s of games each gen for as many years as I can remember. I've bought 1 game this gen.
This is the first playstation console I'm skipping cos Sony has been nothing but a disappintment this gen.
Bought my ps5 specifically for tlou online, it got cancelled and my ps5 has been collecting dust pretty much since I got it.
Why would I upgrade when there's nowt to play on it.

Probably gonna skip ps6 too and buy a 7090 or whatever card is out then and play ps games on my PC.

[Smellsforfree]

"There is no beating around the bush, to spend that much money at once is not for everyone. You can safely say that PS5 Pro is a luxury product."

It's not, though, in the same way that smartphones are not considered luxury products.

[Notsofast]

I'm getting one. It's not like it was any different than the price I paid for the original PS5 500$ and the 2 TB SSD at 200$ I. Have it was 700 then, and its 700 now, plus your getting a good boost in performance. and I know you can't see it in the YouTube videos or pictures, but as a former PS4 Pro and Xbox one x owner, I can tell you already that this is going to be better than that, for the people saying you can buy a gaming pc I already have a gaming PC and my main reason is im not waiting 2 years to play a game since that is the normal time it take ps5 timed exclusives to get to PC

[SonOfOsiris]

Rip Sony

[WolfSeed]

"Tomorrow, there will be some sunlight."

[SeTTriP]

Don't see how the PS5 pro existence became the go to sells pitch for buying a pc?

Your not getting a brand new $700 pc equivalent, that's a pipe dream.and more importantly we are console gamers.we not broke, I can upgrade to any pc I want.theirs only one thing that can make me buy a gaming p.c but valve won't make it happen.

[KwietStorm_BLM]

lol you don't say

[HyperMoused]

If i hadnt got myself a good PC id be all over the PS Pro

[DynDasE]

I just wait for a propere frame generation on console next gen.

[InUrFoxHole]

Hard pass for me. This gen feels rushed. But if you want to buy it.... by all means. Spend your hard earned $$$ how you want. Clearly all 3rd party should run smoother on the pro as well