PlayStation 4 Pro was unveiled last week, which is an upgraded version of the original PlayStation 4. It contains a higher speed CPU (processor) and a better GPU (graphics). The new game console will now be able to render up to 4K display not only for movies but for games as well.
The latest Sony video game console still contains a single-chip custom processor, an x86-64 AMD "Jaguar" 8-core chip but with a clock speed of 2.1 GHz. Its AMD Radeon-based GPU now produces 4.20 TFLOPS computing power and comes with higher bandwidth GDDR4 8 GB. It also comes with a third USB 3.1 (Gen 1) port located at the back, WCCFTech reported.
It still comes with Blu-ray optical drive, AUX port, HMDI out port (4K/HDR) and AV out. Connectivity includes an Ethernet port (10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, 1000BASE-T), Wi-Fi adaptor (bands a/b/n/ac), and Bluetooth 4.0. It is approximately 295 W × 55 H × 327 L mm and weighs at around 3.3 kg. A 1 TB HDD comes standard with the device.
Gamers who are planning to purchase one can maximize the PlayStation 4 Pro if paired with a 4K display or TV, but high-definition TVs will still work perfectly fine. It can even improve the gaming experience one can have, but that depends on the developer of the game.
The PlayStation Blog stated, "PS4 Pro offers benefits even if you play on a HDTV that isn't 4K. Depending on how the developer chooses to use the increased processing power, games with PS4 Pro support are able to render higher or more consistent framerates, increased environmental and character model detail, improved overall visual quality, and other related visual enhancements."
Additionally, the company insisted on having a single digital ecosystem, which means that there will be no "exclusive" games for the more powerful console, no different PlayStation Store or no other PlayStation 4 community. Gamers can start a game with their more powerful device, save the game's progress to the PlayStation Plus account, and continue playing with the standard PlayStation 4 console. There will be no issues with it at all. It also goes vice-versa.
The PlayStation 4 Pro will be available starting Nov. 10 for US$399. It is now ready for pre-orders.
