The PlayStation 5 has been around for a while now, and most gamers agree it’s still a solid machine. But in 2025, Sony decided to shake things up with the launch of the PS5 Pro. As with any mid-generation console, the big question is simple: is the upgrade really worth it?
What’s New Under the Hood
Sony didn’t just slap a new label on the old PS5. The Pro model comes with some serious hardware upgrades:
- A stronger GPU with around 45% faster rendering in certain scenarios.
- Much better ray tracing, meaning more realistic lighting, shadows, and reflections.
- AI-powered upscaling through something Sony calls PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR). Basically, games look sharper even if they’re not running in native resolution.
- A roomy 2TB SSD. No more deleting old games every time a new one lands.
Put together, this makes the Pro a serious step up for players who chase high-end visuals.
But Here’s the Catch
The PS5 Pro sounds fantastic on paper, but not everyone is going to feel the difference.
- Price tag: At around $699 internationally, it’s a jump from the regular PS5. For some, that’s money better spent on a new monitor or accessories.
- Your display matters: If you don’t have a 4K/120Hz TV (or better), the improvements won’t pop as much. On a regular Full HD TV, the leap is nice, but not jaw-dropping.
- Availability issues: Here’s the kicker for gamers in India — the PS5 Pro won’t be officially sold here yet. The reason? It uses Wi-Fi 7 (6GHz band), which isn’t approved in India. That means unless something changes, Indian gamers will need to wait or look at imports.
Who Should Buy It
The PS5 Pro makes the most sense if:
- You already own a high-end TV or monitor that can push out 4K at 120Hz.
- You care about every detail in graphics, from ray-traced shadows to ultra-smooth frame rates.
- You’re running out of storage space constantly and want that extra 2TB.
- You live in a region where Wi-Fi 7 is supported, so you’re not locked out of features.
Final Thoughts
So, is the PS5 Pro worth it? My view is: yes, but only for the right gamer. If you’re the kind of player who obsesses over visual fidelity and wants the very best experience possible, the Pro is worth the premium.
But if you’re on a standard PS5 today and don’t have a fancy TV setup, you’re not missing out on much. Games will keep looking and running well on the base PS5 for years to come.
For many people, it might be smarter to wait until prices settle or until Sony pushes more “Pro Enhanced” games that fully take advantage of the extra horsepower.
In short, the PS5 Pro isn’t for everyone — but for the hardcore crowd, it’s a tempting leap forward.