If you missed last night’s Sony PlayStation 5 reveal streamed on June 11th 2020 at 1pm PDT, 9pm BST or 10pm CEST, you will be pleased to know that Sony has made the full presentation available for your viewing pleasure.
“At PS5’s launch, we will offer two options: a PlayStation®5 console with an Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive and a PlayStation®5 Digital Edition without a disc drive. The PS5 gameplay experience will be the same, so the choice is all yours. While there are some slight differences in the look of each model, for the overall design, we wanted to deliver a console that’s bold, stunning, and unlike any previous generation of PlayStation.”
PlayStation 5 Specifications
PlayStation 5 specifications :
CPU : 8x Zen 2 Cores @ 3.5GHz (with variable frequencies)
GPU : Custom RDNA 2 w/10.28 TFLOPS, 36 CUs, @ 2.23 GHz
Memory : 16GB GDDR6
Memory bandwidth : 448GB/s
Storage : Custom 825GB SSD
IO throughput : 5.5GB/s (Raw), Typical 8-9GB/s (Compressed)
Expandable storage : NVMe SSD Slot
Optional Optical disc drive : 4K UHD Blu-ray Drive
The PlayStation 5 is designed to deliver a significant leap in performance and capabilities compared to its predecessor, the PlayStation 4. The custom 825GB SSD is a game-changer, drastically reducing load times and enabling developers to create more expansive and detailed game worlds. The NVMe SSD slot allows for expandable storage, ensuring that gamers can easily upgrade their storage capacity as needed.
Design and Features
The PS5’s design is a departure from previous generations, featuring a bold and futuristic look. The console’s sleek, white exterior with black accents and blue lighting gives it a modern aesthetic that stands out. The two versions of the console, one with an Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive and one without, cater to different preferences. The Digital Edition is slightly slimmer, appealing to those who prefer a more streamlined setup and rely on digital downloads.
The PS5 also introduces a new DualSense controller, which offers haptic feedback and adaptive triggers. These features provide a more immersive gaming experience by simulating the physical sensations of in-game actions. For example, the tension of drawing a bowstring or the sensation of driving on different terrains can be felt through the controller.
In addition to its impressive hardware, the PS5 supports ray tracing, a technology that simulates the way light interacts with objects in a virtual environment. This results in more realistic lighting, shadows, and reflections, enhancing the overall visual experience. The console also supports 4K resolution at up to 120 frames per second, ensuring smooth and detailed graphics.
The PlayStation 5’s backward compatibility with a vast majority of PlayStation 4 games is another significant feature. This allows gamers to enjoy their existing library of games on the new console, often with improved performance and graphics.
Source : Sony
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