What is different about the new PS5?

The new slim PS5 and slim PS5 digital edition released in November 2023 are about 30% smaller than the original models and have larger 1TB solid-state drives. Once again, the most important difference between each slim PS5 is that the digital-edition model does not include a disc drive.
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What does the new PS5 update do?

Sony is rolling out a new PS5 update that improves the speakers and microphone on DualSense controllers, adds pointers and emoji reactions to the Screen Share feature, and includes the ability to adjust the brightness of your PS5 power indicator.
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Which PS5 model is better?

Which PS5 is better, digital or disc? The standard PS5 isn't better than the digital PS5 and the digital PS5 isn't better than the standard. Both consoles are identical as far as internal specs and performance and both are capable of playing the same PS4 and PS5 games.
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What changed in the new PS5?

According to Sony's blog post, the new PS5 version "reduced in volume by more than 30% and weight by 18% and 24% compared to the previous models." In the side-by-side comparison of the two consoles, it certainly looks slimmer, but not by much. Sony's new PS5 models sport a unique change: a detachable disc drive.
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What will be the difference between PS5 and PS5 pro?

Reliable leaker Tom Henderson claims the PS5 Pro's upgraded GPU and increased RAM will make 8K gaming possible on Sony's mid-gen refreshed device. Apparently, there will be a special “performance mode” for 8K resolution, though I'm somewhat dubious over this feature.
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Does it matter which PS5 you get?

The PlayStation 5 is our pick for the best gaming console you can buy, no matter which edition you purchase. However, the disc-drive PS5 could offer more value in the long run.
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Will PS5 price drop in 2024?

Sony isn't planning a PS5 price cut in the future, despite the console entering its fourth year on sale.
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Is there a difference between old PS5 and new PS5?

The new PS5 with disc drive has been reduced in volume by more than 30%, compared to the PS5. The dimensions, excluding the external parts, come in at 358mm in width, 96mm in height and 216mm deep. There's also been a weight reduction for the new PS5.
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Is a PS5 Pro coming out?

Analysts are now expecting a PlayStation 5 Pro from Sony. "There seems to be a broad consensus in the game industry that Sony is indeed preparing a launch of a PS5 Pro in the second half of 2024," Serkan Toto, CEO of Tokyo-based games consultancy Kantan Games, told CNBC.
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Is PS5 Slim faster than PS5?

Besides the physical differences and the slightly more internal storage, the PS5 Slim has the same powerful features that the PS5 does. Both consoles have 4K graphics, 120FPS gamin, and AMD Zen 2-based CPU with eight cores at 3.5GHz (variable frequency).
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How many games can PS5 hold?

Smaller indie games can be as small as a few gigabytes, while big-budget AAA games can be well over 50GB each. Some particularly large titles, especially after updates and expansions, can reach or exceed 100GB. As a rough estimate, a 2TB SSD could hold approximately 40 to 50 games on your PS5.
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Is it better to get the digital PS5 or disc?

Going digital is good for folks who want minimal clutter, and since modern games take up hard drive space even if you're using a disc, you're not going to save any storage by going with the disc model.
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What is the highest quality of PS5?

The PS5 supports HDMI 2.1 bandwidth, which means higher resolutions and faster refresh rates than the PS4, all the way up to 4k @ 120Hz.
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What does the PS5 SSD upgrade do?

Once installed in your PS5 console, M.2 SSD storage can be used to download, copy, and launch PS5 games and PS4™ games, as well as media apps. This allows you to increase the storage space available to you on your PS5 console.
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How do I know if my PS5 is updated?

Go to Settings > System. Select System Software > System Software Update and Settings. Update Available appears if a newer version is available. Select Update System Software to update.
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Does the PS5 update games on its own?

When you start a game or app, it automatically updates to the newest version available.
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What does ps 6 look like?

Straight lines, incredibly wide curves, and signature blue lighting define the PS6 concept's design, combining the best of the PS5 and the PS3 into one superlative package. The upper profile sports a boat-shaped design, which works incredibly well in creating the illusion of slimness.
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What year will PS6 come out?

“With that logic, we believe Sony is looking to extend PS5's life cycle, with PS6 most likely to launch in 2028.” We're now four years into the PlayStation 5 and there's a strong precedent which indicates the PlayStation 6 will be targeting a 2027 launch.
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Will there be a PS6?

Statements from Sony executives suggest the PS5's lifecycle could last six to seven years, indicating a possible PS6 release between 2026 and 2027. The current-gen PS5 is expected to continue receiving support even after the PS6 debuts, with major game releases still on the horizon.
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Should I buy a PS5 now or wait for new version?

A: This depends on your gaming needs. If you're satisfied with your PS4 and willing to wait for potential technological advancements, waiting could be an option. However, if you're eager to experience the latest games with improved graphics and performance, upgrading to a PS5 now is advisable.
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How much would a PS6 cost?

The pricing of the PS6 remains uncertain, but if true to form, a range of $399 to $599 seems likely. The PS6 may feature a custom-designed processor and a next-gen graphics card supporting 8K resolution.
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Is PS5 1200 better than 1100?

However, Evans' findings on the 1200 model are significant. It's around half a pound lighter than the 1100, and a full pound lighter than the launch model — a noticeable change. The teardown shows substantially revised and shrunk internals, with a smaller motherboard and heatsink, and a new heat pipe.
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How much will PS5 Slim cost?

The PS5 Slim comes in at exactly the original model's price of $499.99 / £479.99 / AU$799.95, in line with the previous PS5 price hike. Alternatively, the PS5 Slim Digital Edition will also be available at a cheaper $449.99 / £389.99 / AU$679.95.
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How much does a PS5 cost 2024?

The standard Slim console costs $499.99, the Digital Edition console costs $449.99 (but you can add on a disc drive to it for an additional $79.99), and the bundles cost $499.99 and come with a copy of the game.
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Can you play PS4 games on PS5?

Yes. More than 99 percent of the 4000+ games available on PS4 are playable on PS5. You can install PS4 games from disc* or download digital games purchased from PlayStation Store via your game library.
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