PS5 Pro Review - Is It Worth The Upgrade?

[@servare2599]

As someone that owns the Pro, no you don’t need it, did you ever need a 4070, 4080 or 4090 no you didn’t… buy whatever you want and stop wasting time worrying about what people spend their money on.

[@AldrianCG]

Spot on.

[@Luke973T]

Exactly

[@dean_dv]

Agreed, I have a Pro coming tomorrow, do I think it's overpriced and Sony are taking the mick with regards to the stand and disc drive, absolutely. I could choose to wait for inevitable discounts and bundles in time but have a bunch of games on my backlog with decent Pro updates and want to play them in the best way.

[@ovah_eaz-e]

@@dean_dvsame here 👍🏽

[@OutwardYapper]

💯💯💯💯💯💯

[@RS3jack]

Honestly if you can’t afford it you should quit crying it’s not made for you.

[@Mr3-j4m]

I didn't have PC for gaming and PS5 yet, so this PS5 Pro is for me. Will buying it's in holiday 2025 with a Switch 2 👍

[@cosbusta]

Really depends. I've been pretty happy with it and many games I like look and perform much better, but your mileage may vary.

[@dalejrfanfreak]

I traded in my launch ps5 and my Xbox series x and got the pro for free minus the disc drive add on. So worth it.

[@rukuzjedie]

Heck noooo 😂

[@RedceLL1978]

What a hilariously inept trade.

[@LegacyRap7777]

W moves

[@cun7us]

I think I'd do the opposite just to have access to both consoles. Exclusives on PS5 and Game Pass on Series X.

[@OutwardYapper]

That was huge, I’m sure you had to pay money from your pocket

[@lowskeelow9301]

No you don’t need it, but if you want it and have the finances to make the purchase then by all means get what you want! Side note: I love my Pro lol

[@yogiwp_]

I game on 4090 PC but bought PS5 (and now the Pro) only for Stellar Blade. Personally definitely worth it for me.

[@Outlander-tm6gd]

It's worth it when you play Gran Turismo on PSVR2. It's truly awesome.

[@OnatGG]

Check out re village too. Its mind blowing.

[@VERGIL99SSS]

What do you see that stands out the most? I’m getting a ps5 pro and I already have psvr2 I’m just curious what do mean by awesome? Can you see more clearly on ps5 pro

[@Outlander-tm6gd]

@VERGIL99SSS yes it's more clear, and the framerate is rock-solid. Sure a flat 4k game can be sharper still, but I think this vr game on the pro (with a wheel if you can) is the best experience gaming has to offer at this moment.

[@AnythingGoesJoJo]

I put a "Pro" sticker on my PS5. Now I have a PS5 Pro with a disc drive for $499 😉

[@JonnySkywalker91]

I'm never getting rid of my launch PS5 after all the trouble of me trying to get it back in 2021 with all the scalpers plus I was lucky enough to get the Spiderman 2 faceplates when they came out so I'm more than happy with my PS5

[@OutwardYapper]

It must look so awesome

[@jaweel6205]

I never got a hold of one at the time. Bought a PS5 slim with a disc drive a month or so back. With a warranty and 3 games I spent about $800. I didn’t feel like going for the pro even though I had the extra money. Shit with a warranty and games woulda ran me over a band. Not worth it

[@donaquiles495]

Had the launch version, traded it in last night for the pro. So far I love it. No regrets 💯💯💯

[@neilhogg3297]

For me totally worth it for psvr 2 with gt7 new update. Its so much better

[@thejustinjustin1233]

Yes it is absolutely worth it if you want ray tracing and 4k gaming. Games like Alan wake 2 blew me away with the pc like ray tracing. It does need a lot more patches for games but what it delivers so far is very impressive. It’s the kind of console that you have to try to realize the difference.

[@geoffroydelmotte1141]

The PS5 Pro may well be the last Playstation console I'll ever buy. I can play all of my PS4 and PS5 games on it at the best settings, and that is why I bought it. To get the best Playstation experience available. However, if the PS6 does NOT offer an option to play PS6 games on disc, or at least PS4 and PS5 games physically, I will NOT buy it.

[@DesmondMiles-x4s]

I'm with you 100%

[@Loophole23742]

😂😂😂until the ps6

[@wickedhero3764]

same here, the reason i planned to buy ps5 pro is because i have a lot of ps4 disc. ps5 will be my last

[@unknown-jx5yt]

i havent bought a disc in 7 years but to each their own.

[@geoffroydelmotte1141]

@@unknown-jx5yt to each their own, yes. If I am to not own my games physically, I might as well play on PC. At least, the PC has perks that make up for not owning your games, such as mods and emulation, all of which consoles lack.

[@buccianti]

Can you share your recommended LG C1 settings for PS5 Pro? I have a C2 and would greatly appreciate it

[@pietroscarpa2384]

It's the same with the iPhone. Do you need the pro version? Probably not, but the pro is nice to have, and that is with all consumer devices. I'm currently playing a lot of games that struggled to hit 60fps on the regular ps5, so for me, it is worth it.

[@LegacyRap7777]

It's all relative to your wallet and gaming preferences, I would say yes, it's been amazing so far with my favorite games, I've stayed away from poorly optimized pro games... And also, I see it as a way to future proof upcoming games for next 2-3 years on PS5

[@rla9889]

You can’t future proof a console. Every game that releases on PS5 is going to have fidelity and performance modes as a requirement of certification. It’s not like a PC where new games flat out might not run if your system is too old.

[@LegacyRap7777]

@@rla9889 stop talking about PC, I'm talking about console, and yes the pro will be the better way to play upcoming titles, like the new ghost, and snake eater 3, GTA 6 etc...

[@joebillage3578]

@@rla9889very incorrect comment. Do you know what a console is? A CUSTOM PC. That’s all a console at its core is. So given the fact it has PSSR, and a far faster GPU and CPU.. it’s safe to say it’s future proofed to provide the best experience with games moving forward.

[@dean_dv]

My Pro is being delivered tomorrow. It's not for everyone, but replacing my noisy day 1 model and having more than double the storage plus the other performance improvement made it worthwhile for me. Especially as it won't actually cost me much, I had 20% off with Very and will sell my OG PS5 and getting rid of my 4060 means I'm basically breaking even.

[@xacvhFAs]

nice essay explaining your cope😂

[@Suffer999]

Nice video, I've had a PC since 2020 and I've been debating on rebuilding soon or getting a console as it is getting harder to run new games. I feel like anymore I want something more simple and less maintenance because there is a lot that comes with using a PC and keeping it up to date. Think I might get the Pro

[@NZ1750]

The fact that it costs €800 in Europe (and the disc drive €120) is just outrageously expensive. I really want it but seeing what my ps4 pro did compared to standard ps4, doesn’t convince me to upgrade. I use a C1 OLED and it enhances the ps5 performance so much. So in my opinion if you don’t have the tv setup yet, maybe it’s better to invest in that compared to a pro

[@ronmustafaa3034]

This man thinks smart

[@rains2693]

It is absolutely necessary because I want it.

[@danloki78]

I do disagree that you NEED a higher end TV. I have a 4k 60hz Samsung and it does the job. Yes I most likely get a vrr tv down the line but I can still see the pro improvements. Im not saying that a better tv will offer you more, course it will. Just for ppl like me with a mid end tv. As long as its 4k and 60hz you will still see pro boosts. I for sure have.

[@joeydirt420]

Easy answer. Too early to tell. Whats To be expected from some early success stories? all future games being a good amount better on the pro and it being worth it. It just came out trying to get an answer for this question now is dumb.

[@McLaren_Ste]

I bought one to boost my PSVR2 games and I have to say so far that Kayak Mirage VR and Gran Turismo 7 have blown me away at how they look now in the headset. Looking forward to more PSVR2 patched games in my library & to the new ones yet to come.

[@AKSBSU]

I'm planning on giving both of those a try tonight. I just got my Pro a couple of days ago due to it being the 30th Anniversary version. Of the flat screen games, Dragon's Dogma 2, Stellar Blade, and the Horizon games have really impressed me. I also can't deny TLOU2 looks and runs very well despite my disdain for that game in terms of characters and storytelling.

[@xboxmaniac7443]

Nice video thank you very much ! I was wondering if you have 120hz display but is not vrr are you still getting the good experience as you can reach higher FPS or it does not matter ? Thank you and enjoy gaming !

[@donaquiles495]

Yes it’s better than a 60hz tv but it lacks that high dynamic range to make it pop

[@xboxmaniac7443]

@donaquiles495 thank you very much

[@Jay_Walker92]

I love this system. My opinion is if you want it get it because you will definitely notice a difference but if you are fine with the old dusty base PS5 just get that and you'll be aight.

[@AKSBSU]

Disagree about FF XVI. That game looks much better in terms of clarity despite being unpatched due to dynamic resolution scaling. The performance mode on the base PS5 was almost unbearable to me, but it looks decent now on Pro. Obviously a patch would be much better, though.

[@paulmcgeever5343]

I personally believe that we are in a similar position that we were when the PS4 PRO was launched and sony promised 4k and 60fps. The PS5 Pro Is promising the exact same thing again but increased graphical fidelity. Clearly the 4k 120fps is no longer on the table even though the PRO is more powerful than the PS5 ! What about all those people that went out and bought a new and expensive HDMI 2.1 compliant tv / monitor just for the 120fps. I am done with console gaming as sony just keep changing the goal post. Maybe the pro with vr and say GT 7 will give a better experience but is the cost really worth it ? Not my money you're spending so each to their own !

[@garysena]

I just play on fidelity, 30 fps is tolerable in my eyes. Additional 30 fps in fidelity is not worth the price of 700 and no disc drive.

[@thermalshoes]

Until PlayStation finally does something with Bloodborne my launch PS5 will continue to carry me for years to come. Instead of upgrading you could simply buy an Xbox and several games for it or a whole two years of game pass!

[@dean_dv]

Bloodbourne is the most overrated game ever, second only to Elden Ring.

[@unknown-jx5yt]

​@@dean_dvimo Bloodborne is way better than Elden Ring.

[@Erlaxis]

Is it worth it for people to even bother watching these videos? PS5 pro is worth it if you think is worth it, just like any onther entertainment thing/service you can buy.

[@cun7us]

It's certainly not as valuable as the PS4 Pro was especially given the price tag, that's why questions are arising over its worth. PS4 Pro never had those questions, it was literally buy on site if you had the money. Likewise with Xbox One X.

[@seandj365]

I sold my base kept my series x and bought the pro

[@perseverance86]

Best review for this console yet

[@angelreborn1283]

It’s worth it as a gamer …I own a good gaming PC and owning a console such as Pro is due to simplicity and its looks cool in my tv rack and it’s quite powerful , playing cod black ops 6 now running much smoother , i never regret it 😊

[@unknown-jx5yt]

BO6 runs great on my base PS5 on 120 hz mode.

[@HilmiWahab]

As someone who doesn't really care about frame rates, I don't think ps5 pro is worth it. My ps5 slim is pretty good too and I'm happy to have it. According to each person's taste and their money. Besides, the upgrade isn't that noticeable to me.😊

[@ozgurkuzu2202]

i combined ps5 pro with my qd oled monitor and it’s outstanding.

[@caxzrockz]

what smaller monitors do people recommend for the pro?

[@swavezmartin]

Im loving my pro im so happy i sold my og ps5 definitely worth it im excited for the upcoming games 😊😊😊

[@requiem5179]

Just build a PC even if it takes you a year. Then you will have native 4K with 120FPS. No need for upscale bs.

[@tomstubbs19]

Flogged my launch PS5 and Series X that was collecting dust well worth it especially if you’re pairing it with an OLED tv to get those extra bells and whistles. Still trying to hunt down a disc drive though 😂

[@Levc81]

Probably wait till next year

[@olimphus26]

Is it worth it? it depends... You already own a PS5? don't buy it (unless it's the 30th anniversary edition because that one is worth it in a different way). You do not own a PS5? go for it.

[@keijijohnson9754]

7:15 - That ain't really disappointing at all for many of us dude. Unlike snobs like yourself, it's not really all that needed for many single player games at the slightest. It really gives off that soap opera effect for many of them. So it's not really close to being dissapoinring at all.

[@ABOOGIE0681]

It's so funny because people buy $1,000 products by the millions smartphones MacBooks labtops 4k monitors , gaming PC monitors sound systems soundbars and PC rigs way more than $1,000. What is everything one complaining about? $700 OK. Numbers and schematics on the charts say different about sales with companies. You guys can't be serious! Where the Consumers 👈🏽 also with a upgrade in mvme memory. That's $150 in memory memory in any computer technology is where the expense is. Mostly don't do the math. Some individuals need to do their homework . Don't like it. Don't buy ! Internet is hilarious. People are just bored with their personal lives I guess and need to rant about something.Smh 🤔

[@grant666uk]

I love my Pro. It compliments my £4000 G4 oled tv.

[@jazmingonzalez9700]

I was skeptic at first but decided to pull the trigger. And after owning both the day one ps5 and now the pro I can definitely say there is a difference! Sharper picture and definitely faster! Glad I decided to pull the trigger after all! Hope this helps anyone.

[@pietroscarpa2384]

If you go pc set aside $2000 and do it the right way. Don't assume you will be playing new games with shiny graphics at $700 like the pro.

[@fanetoplay4256]

U can though

[@billyidolrockstar522]

No disk drive no buy

[@unknown-jx5yt]

i have a 120hz display and im very happy with my base PS5's performance on it. i dont want a PS5 Pro.

[@mashy1979]

I love ❤my playstation 5 phat edition

[@jesrees1]

Can't help feeling 4 years is a long time to wait for the next spec bump, might as well go for it and to hell with the cost.

[@dean_dv]

It's only money, I work hard and gaming is my hobby so why not get the best experience, right? Although let's not talk about Silent Hill 2... 😂

[@KakashiKai-r2k]

Agreed like I’m mad about the disc drive situation but I also enjoy the best experience… and To get that with a. pC you gotta spend like double that money so I mean tbh it’s worth it and PC is just annoying you gotta make sure no male are and everything else it’s just to much to deal with I just wanna plug and play not do that type shit haha so I’ll just keep getting the best of best and just keep this one with a added disc drive when the os6 comes out so I have it to play all my discs

[@PhillipLemmon]

No..... No it's not. Go play your regular ps5 and love it while you can Cuz the 6 is coming and you'll want that too, lol

[@александрпучков-э9н]

Как она по шуму относительно обычной версии

[@HolisticHunt]

If you don't have a 120 Hz display ps6 isn't going to help you either

[@ps4games164]

More like "Is it worth the downgrade"

[@broms316]

No.

[@matthewhardwick8208]

With no new games to show the capabilities? No it's not worth the money they're asking.

[@mithun2753]

I got one but it’s not that important you not gonna see any difference

[@superthomasgaming]

Absolutely not for that price

[@MorrisseyMuse]

Short answer: no Longer answer: heck no!

[@ceaserknk6640]

Who cares I’m buying it

[@PortalAsh80]

Yes playstation best eco system's in the world's. Ps6 ULTRA: 800 - 1000 buck's too. Detachable DISC drive: 100 etc & can't wait. Emperor's races.

[@Trai1b1aze]

Controller, power and hdmi cable sold separately

[@danloki78]

Yes and no I'd say. From an owner

[@kubakuba191]

2024 and Sony still selling horizontal standing console? wondering how long that CPU will last 😂

[@rrice3142]

No

[@ol-Sean-lo]

No saved you 12 minutes 48 seconds.

[@ghettotruth3828]

Bro i was one of those trust me. Pull the trigger and let me say ps5 pro just refuns faster smooth and yiu get gettung 6ghz wifi. W. Ive noticed is amazing.

[@magicfok]

Not at all , PS6 , yes.

[@ToxMod]

This video was nonsense and a PC sells pitch.

[@dron3studio]

What happened to your nails???

[@gm3r988]

Watching people cope with this purchase is hilarious. So not worth it

[@joebillage3578]

It’s worth it if you value 1. Smooth frame rate 2. AI driven upscaling 3. Superior load times 4. Not having to sacrifice between performance and quality modes 5. Have a TV that can support VRR. That’s when the pro blows away the base PS5 even more You’re not informed clearly

[@AJJJ-co2vd]

As a pro owner we needmore older ps4 game patches ex valhalla cyberpunk outriders. Freesync? Dolby vision gaming ?

[@shafirohman2331]

Traded in my OG PS5 for the Pro and I have to say gaming feels much smoother and the graphics looks better I’m happy.

[@sirlaughalot0785]

Personally, not even a little bit

[@Ceeboyforlife]

Haha “pssr”

[@TGC88]

Not worth it for me. Games already looks and runs great on my ps5 slim. There is no reason for me to upgrade, especially when it does not come with a disc drive, or stand, and it cost $700. It’s basically the same console as the base and slim ps5, just with tiny upgrades to graphics. It will play the same games, and you will not be missing out. I rather wait for the ps6 to come out, so that way it will be a bigger upgrade. Yes, it will not come out for a long time, (like in 2027/2028) but I can wait that long. Plus, it will include almost the same features as the ps5 pro, (pssr for an example) but even more powerful. Sony needs to get their heads together, and make new first party games, rather than making new unnecessary consoles. We have yet to see what the ps5’s power can do, and they haven’t showcase a new game yet. I’m still waiting for the last of us part 3 uncharted 5, new ip from naughty dog, new jak and daxter game, new sly cooper game, infamous, resistance, killzone. These are all IPs that haven’t even gotten a sequel on the ps5. They need to come back. We got ratchet and clank on ps5, but what about sly cooper or jak and daxter? They haven’t gotten a ps5 game yet! Anyway, I hope we get something from PlayStation next year.

[@MattGCU]

Nope and nope

[@tiekedeljung4614]

Only if you own a 120hertz 4k or 8k tv

[@fanetoplay4256]

If the gpu so good why not unlock the fps

[@vault-boydan4984]

Absolutely not yet, it is wise to wait for a price drop, possible drive inclusion and problem fixes.

[@maxgates3692]

Just get an open box for 580 dollars or cheaper.

[@naegimakato460]

Cant find any open box listings

[@dean_dv]

Just give it a few weeks, there has been a £40 discount in the UK already straight after launch.

[@maxgates3692]

@@naegimakato460 I got mine from best buy. Only thing missing was hdmi cord & the box was destroyed. Check ever day you find 1

[@kylehammon2304]

I said playstation were lying and I was proven right

[@christopherm7248]

If they left the original ps5 modes as options I would say yes, but as an owner, all the games that have actually needed a boost in resolution and/or frame rate have not benefited at all. It’s a disaster.

[@geminisundone]

No.