Sony’s highly anticipated new console, the PS5 Pro, was made available for pre-order last week. Priced at 799 euro, the console has already shown impressive sales figures, with Sony’s latest statement confirming that the PS5 Pro has surpassed its predecessor, the PS4 Pro, in early sales.
Sony is happy with PS5 Pro sales
Sony pleased with PS5 Pro sales Sony officially announced that PS5 Pro sales have exceeded those of the PS4 Pro for the same initial release period. Although the console initially received criticism for its high price, these reactions don’t appear to have impacted sales significantly.
High demand for the PS5 Pro: Already outpacing the PS4 Pro! Sony’s CFO, Hiroki Totoki, added in his statement, “I have the impression that the PS5 Pro has performed slightly stronger than the PS4 Pro in pre-orders for the same period. Therefore, I don’t believe that price criticism has negatively impacted our sales plan,” highlighting both the strong sales and Sony’s lack of concern over price criticisms.
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For those interested, here are the standout features of the PS5 Pro:
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| GPU | 67% more processing units than the original PS5 |
| Graphics Processing Speed | 45% faster processing times in games |
| Ray Tracing | Enhanced ray tracing technology provides more dynamic and realistic light reflections and refractions |
| PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution | AI-powered feature that enhances visual clarity, making details more defined |
| Backward Compatibility | Compatible with over 8,500 PS4 games, including performance improvements |
| Exclusive Graphics Features | Specially optimized graphics for games like Alan Wake 2, Hogwarts Legacy, and Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 |
| Wi-Fi | Supports Wi-Fi 7 |
| Resolution Support | 8K gaming experience |
| VR and Accessory Compatibility | Fully compatible with PlayStation VR2 and existing PS5 accessories |
| Storage | 2TB SSD |
| Controller | DualSense wireless controller |
| Pre-Installed Game | Astro’s Playroom |
So, what do you think about the PS5 Pro? Is it worth the price? Share your thoughts with us in the comments!
