Sony’s next-gen upscaling tech, PSSR2, is shaping up to be more than just a performance tweak, it could be a full-on visual breakthrough for the PS5 Pro. According to a fresh leak, the upgraded system promises sharper image quality while using even fewer system resources than before.
PSSR2 aims to outperform PSSR without added cost
The leaker behind this new info, Moore’s Law Is Dead, suggests PSSR2 isn’t just a minor refinement of the current version. Internally dubbed Multi-Frame Super Resolution 2, this new iteration is said to feature a rebuilt algorithm and brand-new APIs designed to lighten the load on both GPU time and memory usage. That means better-looking games without demanding more from the hardware.
Even more interesting? Sony has reportedly invested so heavily in this technology that it now has more development tools for PSSR than AMD has for its own FSR 3 or FSR 4 systems.
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PS5 Pro PSSR2 leap could rival FSR 4 upgrade
The same source compares the upgrade from PSSR to PSSR2 to AMD’s leap from FSR 3 to FSR 4 a jump that smoothed over most of the visual flaws and finally brought AMD’s tech closer to DLSS standards. If Sony’s internal improvements hit similar marks, the PS5 Pro’s visual fidelity could edge much closer to what PC gamers see using high-end GPUs.
PSSR2 will run alongside FSR 4 on PS5 Pro
Another key detail from the leak is that PSSR2 won’t replace AMD’s tech, it will sit next to it. The PS5 Pro is still expected to support FSR 4 when it launches, meaning developers might have multiple options for upscaling and optimization.
Why this matters for PS5 Pro owners
The timing couldn’t be better. With no PS6 in sight, and gaming PCs now costing more than ever thanks to sky-high RAM prices, the PS5 Pro remains a strong value. PSSR2 could give console players the kind of performance bump that usually requires a new GPU without touching the hardware.
Here’s what PSSR2 is expected to deliver:
- Sharper image quality across resolutions
- Reduced GPU processing time
- Lower memory usage
- Support for new developer tools
- No reliance on AMD’s FSR stack
PSSR2 gives PS5 Pro breathing room before PS6
Sony seems to know that the PS5 Pro needs longevity. If these leaks are accurate, PSSR2 could buy it time delivering next-gen visuals without waiting for next-gen hardware. And in a market where upgrades are only getting more expensive, that edge matters.
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