Testseek.com have collected 198 expert reviews of the Sony PlayStation 4 Pro and the average rating is 82%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Sony PlayStation 4 Pro.
November 2016
(82%)
198 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(83%)
269 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
The PS4
But faster (31% CPU
227% GPU)
Runs quiet in limited testing (more testing will be done soon)
Extra USB port at the back
Can record gameplay at 1080p
Hard drive can be replaced with larger one or an SSD
USB and WiFi upgrades over the origina
Fantastic sound reproduction in stereo and surround sound modes in all scenarios
New Clearcast microphone is a major step forward
Suspension headband keeps the headset light and comfortable
Middle of the road price point for highend quality across the
More powerful hardware means some games can look better or play smoother
Slightly improved DualShock 4 controller
Beautiful 4K graphics
Improved hardware with more RAM and power
Faster UI
Load speeds
And downloads
Outstanding exclusive library
VR Headset support
Cheapest 4K games console
Supports 4K gaming and streaming
HDR compatible
PS VR compatible
The PS4 Pro outputs a 4K- and HDR signal that's compatible with high-end TVs
And promises better visuals and increased frame rates for certain games. The console includes a 1TB hard drive
And it works with all PS4 games
Apps and accessories to date
4K gaming looks great
Only $100 more than the PS4 slim
A year before Project Scorpio
Supports 4K Ultra HD
Supports High Dynamic Range (HDR)
Superb exclusives
HDR gaming
Higher resolution
Some apps support 4K streaming
Comprehensive game catalog
World-class exclusives
Best graphical performance in a console
Your existing games will get upgraded for free
Makes PS VR much smoother
The editors didn't like
Number of titles supporting Pro features right now is small
Too much focus on 4K
And not enough on increasing detail levels
Lack of 60 FPS titles
At least right now
In game surround sound quality might be hit or miss depending on the title
Games need to be individually patched to benefit from the PS4 Pro's extra power
No Ultra HD Blu-ray playback
Lacks Ultra HD Blu-ray player
Enhanced graphics not supported on all games
1 TB hard drive
Not SSD
No 4K Blu-ray player
Weakest 4K games console
Can't play UHD Blu-ray discs
A tad expensive
Out of the gate
Only a handful of titles offer dramatic improvements. In reality
Most games that support Pro enhancements don't offer a drastic difference in quality when comparing standard and Pro games side-by-side. Specific information on game improv
No 4K Blu-rays
Not exactly "true" 4K
Few Pro Enhanced titles at launch
PlayStation Plus rewards a step behind Xbox Game Pass
Doesn't support 4K UHD Blu-ray discs
No UHD Blu-ray drive
Noisy
High power consumption when streaming
Many games lack HDR
Struggles to deliver true 4K
Not a huge upgrade for existing PS4 owners with 1080p TVs
No 4K Blu-ray drive
You'll have to wait for games to get patched to take advantage of it
Both the new PS4 and the PS4 Pro offer visual advantages over the angular launch PS4, although that's where the similarities end. Sony's PS4 Pro looks to offer an enhanced gaming experience with higher framerates, increased resolution and higher quality t...
Price, Rich colour, Crisp detail, Good handling of 4K games, Impressive upscaler, Mechanical buttons,
Sound could be more dynamic, No 4K Blu-ray player, Streaming services need HDR updates,
For first time console-buyers or gamers wanting to upgrade from the PS4, the PS4 Pro is a solid choice.Games have potentially more detail, making good use of the 4K and HDR updates. Menus remain smooth to navigate, and the picture when watching video is c...
For now, picking up the PS4 Pro looks like a pretty safe bet. It will most likely be cheaper than Microsoft's alternative, especially if you're hoping to take up VR as well. It may lag slightly in performance and power, but probably not enough for the ave...
Right now then, picking up the PS4 Pro looks like a pretty safe bet. It will most likely be cheaper than Microsoft's alternative, especially if you're hoping to take up VR as well. It may lag slightly in performance and power, but probably not enough for...
The PS4 Pro outputs a 4K- and HDR signal that's compatible with high-end TVs, and promises better visuals and increased frame rates for certain games. The console includes a 1TB hard drive, and it works with all PS4 games, apps and accessories to date
Out of the gate, only a handful of titles offer dramatic improvements. In reality, most games that support Pro enhancements don't offer a drastic difference in quality when comparing standard and Pro games side-by-side. Specific information on game improv
The PlayStation 4 Pro only shows noticeable improvements in a limited number of the games we were able to test, but that could change with titles coming in the months and years ahead...
PC gaming has always been considered the best option for those looking for the best gameplay experience possible, but thanks to the PS4 Pro, that's no longer true. For the cost of a mid-range gaming PC, users have access to high-quality textures, 4K outpu...
Published: 2016-11-14, Author: Will , review by: theguardian.com
Abstract: With the arrival of the current generation of virtual reality, much of the battle for hardware supremacy has focused on one seemingly esoteric factor: the trade-off between image resolution and frame-rate.It may seem like a curiously technical point on wh...
Both the new PS4 and the PS4 Pro offer visual advantages over the angular launch PS4, although that's where the similarities end. Sony's PS4 Pro looks to offer an enhanced gaming experience with higher framerates, increased resolution and higher quality t...
Published: 2016-11-10, Author: Keith , review by: theguardian.com
solid 4K and HDR performance; encouraging support from developers; small but important tweaks to controller; potential to improve PlayStation VR experience
Most games will not achieve full native 4K rendering; no 4K Bluray player; lacklustre design; variable support from current titles
Facebook Twitter PinterestHorizon: Zero Dawn could well be a showcase title for the new console Photograph: Sony Computer EntertainmentThe PlayStation 4 Pro is the most powerful video game console currently available and offers very impressive performance...
