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AMD has introduced a new custom System on Chip (SoC) specifically designed for Sony’s PlayStation 5 Pro, marking a significant upgrade from the current PS5. This new SoC is expected to deliver superior performance with enhancements in several key areas, including a powerful GPU, advanced ray tracing capabilities, and innovative AI-driven upscaling technology.
The standout feature of the new AMD SoC is its GPU, which boasts 60 Compute Units based on the RDNA architecture. This represents a 67% increase in Compute Units compared to the 36 CUs in the original PlayStation 5. Alongside this, the PS5 Pro will benefit from a 28% boost in memory speed, with the memory clocking in at 18 Gbps, providing a total bandwidth of 576 GB/s. These upgrades result in up to 45% faster rendering performance, ensuring a smoother and more immersive gaming experience.
A significant upgrade in the PS5 Pro is its advanced ray tracing capability. The new SoC enables ray tracing to be processed at double or even triple the speeds of the current PS5, allowing for more dynamic and realistic lighting effects in games. This advancement is made possible by incorporating RDNA 4 IP, which provides a substantial boost to ray tracing performance.
The PlayStation 5 Pro also brings PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR), a new AI-driven upscaling technology. PSSR uses machine learning to enhance image clarity, providing gamers with sharp and detailed visuals. This technology, powered by AMD’s XDNA 2 IP, is designed to improve overall image quality by replacing traditional upsampling methods.
Additional features of the PS5 Pro encompass support for WiFi 7, Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), and 8K resolution. The console will retain its 8-core “Zen 2” CPU but with increased clock speeds for enhanced performance. The PlayStation 5 Pro is set to launch on November 7, 2024, with pre-orders starting on September 26, 2024.