When discussing gaming consoles, the Sony PS5 and Xbox Series X are usually at the forefront. A new upgrade emerges as the PS5 Pro after all this time, making gamers think twice about a decision: which console should they pick? To assist you in that decision, we compare the PS5 Pro vs. Xbox Series X based on several key areas of differentiation between Sony’s and Microsoft’s consoles.
All About the PS5 Pro vs Xbox Series X
CPU: The PS5 Pro uses the same CPU as the PS5, meaning there are no considerable improvements in terms of throughput. The Pro version obviously has a Boost Mode for improved game performance. The Xbox Series X, which maxes out at 3.8 GHz from its processor has a slight advantage over what the PS5 Pro CPU could be. That said, the PS5 Pro’s Boost Mode may close that gap.
RAM and Storage: PS5 Pro’s RAM is 28% faster than the original PS5, but its size has not been disclosed. Both versions have 16GB GDDR6 RAM. The PS5 Pro has 2TB storage compared to the Xbox Series X’s standard 1TB, which further strengthens its position for those hungry with storage needs.
Raytracing and Upscaling: Both consoles support Raytracing, but the PS5 Pro offers advanced Raytracing and PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) for superior lighting and performance. The Xbox Series X’s 4K upscaling doesn’t match the native 4K quality that the PS5 Pro can achieve with its AI Accelerator.
Games: The PS5 Pro features 13 enhanced games with more in development, while the Xbox Series X boasts over 448 games, including backward compatibility and upcoming Xbox exclusives.
GPU: The PS5 Pro boasts an improved GPU with 45% more rendering power and 67% more computing units than the standard PS5. While the Xbox Series X has 12.155 TFLOPS of power using RDNA 2, which outranges PS5’s 10.23TF. So, the PS5 Pro can potentially go beyond these specs too!
Design: The Xbox Series X has a matte black design with dimensions of 5.9 × 5.9 × 11.9 inches, whereas the PS5 Pro, like its predecessor, has a white design with dimensions of 15.4 × 10.2 × 4.1 inches. The PS5 Pro will utilize a separate vertical stand, while the Series X can be positioned vertically as it is.
Pricing: The Xbox Series X is $499.99, and the PS5 Pro costs a huge price of $699, while a more expensive PS5 Pro might not negate the extra power offered by arguably incremental upgrades over the Xbox Series X.
Conclusion: Similarly, if you want a console that not only comes with an internal disc drive but also one with a vertical stand-free design and ample storage the Xbox Series X is arguably cheaper. The outright features of the PS5 Pro are just some really high-end stuff to be worked in later and perhaps, will come at a price that does not make it worth your purchase only for step-up upgrades.
FAQs
Which console has better performance?
The PS5 Pro has better GPU performance and advanced Raytracing, while the Xbox Series X has higher GPU specs.
Is the PS5 Pro worth its price?
At $699, the PS5 Pro offers more storage but may not justify the higher cost compared to the Xbox Series X at $499.
