Compare Sony PlayStation 4 Slim vs Sony PlayStation 5 Pro
In this technical comparison between the Sony PlayStation 4 Slim and the Sony PlayStation 5 Pro, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
Choosing between these two Home Consoles models often comes down to your budget, with prices around $299 USD and 700 USD / 8000 MAD.
| Specifications |
Sony PlayStation 4 Slim |
Sony PlayStation 5 Pro |
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| Launch | ||
| Release Version | September 2016 | November, 2024 |
| Performance | ||
| CPU | 8-core x86-64 AMD Jaguar @ 1.6 GHz | x86-64 AMD Ryzen™ “Zen 2” (8 cores / 16 threads) @ 3.5GHz (boost to 3.85GHz) |
| GPU | 1.84 TFLOPS, AMD Radeon-based Graphics Engine | 16.7 TFLOPS (60 Compute Units, RDNA 3 architecture) |
| GPU Power | 1.84 Teraflops | ~45% faster rendering than base PS5 |
| RAM | 8 GB GDDR5 | 16GB GDDR6 (576 GB/s) + 2GB DDR5 (Extra for OS tasks) |
| Storage | 500 GB or 1 TB HDD (User-replaceable) | 2TB Custom NVMe SSD (Internal) |
| Expandable | External USB 3.0 Hard Drive support | M.2 NVMe SSD Slot (PCIe Gen4); External USB HDD support |
| Disc Drive | Standard Blu-ray / DVD (Does not play 4K UHD Blu-ray discs) | Disc-free by default (Ultra HD Blu-ray drive sold separately) |
| Video Output | ||
| Image Resolution | 1080p (Full HD); also supports 720p and 1080i | 4K Native / 8K support (via PSSR Upscaling) |
| Max FPS | Up to 60 FPS | 120 FPS at 4K |
| HDR | HDR10 support (Enabled via firmware update 4.0) | Supported (HDR10, HLG) |
| VRR | No | Supported (HDMI 2.1) |
| Ray Tracing | No | Advanced Ray Tracing (2x–3x faster than base PS5) |
| Audio | ||
| Formats | Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1, Linear PCM 7.1 | “Tempest” 3D AudioTech, Dolby Atmos, DTS:X |
| Headphones | 3.5mm jack on DualShock 4 controller | 3.5mm Jack (Controller), USB, & Bluetooth (via dongle) |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI | 1x HDMI 1.4 out port | 1 × HDMI 2.1 (supports 4K/120Hz, 8K, VRR) |
| USB | 2x USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports (Front) | 2 × USB-C (Front), 2 × USB-A (Rear) |
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) | 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit LAN |
| Wi-Fi | Dual-band 802.11ac (Wi-Fi 5) - A major upgrade over the original PS4 | Wi-Fi 7 (IEEE 802.11be) |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.0 (LE) | Bluetooth® 5.1 |
| Services | ||
| Online Multiplayer | PlayStation Plus (Essential, Extra, or Premium) | PlayStation Plus required |
| Cloud Saves | Available with PlayStation Plus subscription | Included with PlayStation Plus |
| Subscription | PlayStation Plus (includes Game Catalog and Ubisoft+ Classics) | PlayStation Plus (Essential, Extra, Premium) |
| Remote Play | Supported on PC, Mac, iOS, Android, and PS Vita | Supported (up to 1080p/4K on compatible devices) |
| Controller | ||
| Included | 1x DualShock 4 (V2) | 1 × DualSense Wireless Controller |
| Features | Integrated light bar on the touchpad, built-in speaker, motion sensors, and capacitive touchpad. | Haptic Feedback, Adaptive Triggers, Built-in Mic, Touchpad |
| Compatibility | ||
| Backward | No native disc support for PS3/PS2/PS1; select titles available via PS Plus Premium streaming/emulation. | Plays 8,500+ PS4 games (with PS5 Pro Game Boost) |
| VR Support | Full support for PlayStation VR (PSVR) | Fully supports PlayStation VR2 |
| Physical | ||
| Body Dimensions | 10.4 x 1.5 x 11.3 inches (265 x 39 x 288 mm) | Approx. 388 × 89 × 216 mm (Taller than Slim, thinner than OG) |
| Weight | 4.6 lbs (2.1 kg) | Approx. 3.1 kg (6.8 lbs) |
| Color | Jet Black (standard); Glacier White and Limited Editions available. | White/Black (with 3 distinct side-panel stripes) |
| Power | ||
| Consumption | Max 165W (Significant reduction from the original 250W model) | Rated for 390W (Actual use varies by game) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the Box | PS4 Slim Console, DualShock 4 Controller, HDMI cable, Mono Headset, USB charging cable, Power cord. | Console, DualSense, 2TB SSD, 2 Horizontal feet, HDMI cable, Power cord |
| Price | $299 USD | 700 USD / 8000 MAD |
| Full Details | PlayStation 4 Slim - Full Specifications | PlayStation 5 Pro - Full Specifications |