London, United Kingdom: Rumors of the highly anticipated PS5 Pro have been circulating for some time, with recent reports shedding new light on what can be expected from the unannounced console.
According to a trusted PlayStation leaker known as billbil-kun, the mid-gen refresh is expected to be named the PS5 Pro. This revelation was made alongside a sketch showcasing the alleged design of the console, based on details from the final packaging box.
The sketch depicts a console design that bears resemblance to the existing PS5 Slim, featuring a sleek white exterior with two USB-C ports and a power button on the front. However, distinct features such as three black stripes on the outer layer differentiate the PS5 Pro from its predecessors. Notably, the PS5 Pro is said to be slightly thicker than its Slim counterpart and lacks a disc drive.
Speculations suggest that Sony may opt to release a version of the PS5 Pro with a disc drive, although details on pricing remain undisclosed. The console is rumored to be equipped with the standard DualSense controller.
Anticipated to be announced in the first half of September 2024, the PS5 Pro is expected to offer significant upgrades compared to the base PS5 model. Reports from earlier this year hinted at possible improvements to the CPU and GPU, promising enhanced performance and quality for gamers.
Furthermore, the PS5 Pro is rumored to feature groundbreaking technologies such as PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution Upscaling and a custom machine learning architecture, setting a new standard in console gaming. With the upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto 6 in 2025, the PS5 Pro aims to reignite enthusiasm for the PS5 console lineup.
Notably, Sony has a history of releasing Pro versions of its consoles, with the PS4 Pro debuting three years after the original PS4. If the speculated PS5 Pro launch in November comes to fruition, it will mark four years since the release of the PS5 in 2020.
The unveiling of the PS5 Pro comes at a crucial time for Sony, as the company faces declining sales of the PS5. Despite the challenges, the introduction of the Pro model seeks to inject new life into the PS5 brand, offering enhanced features and performance to captivate gamers worldwide.