PS5 Slim vs PS5 Pro
Is the Pro worth it?
Our overall winner is the PS5 Slim (Disc Edition). Every PS5 game runs on both consoles. The PS5 Pro makes some of them look sharper and run smoother, but it costs a lot more and has no disc drive. Here is who should buy which.
How we picked: we shortlist by Amazon Best Seller rank and number of ratings, then compare published specs. We don't test these products hands-on.
- Owner reviews checked
- Features side by side
- Quick & easy compare
- Smarter purchase
The short answer
For most people, the PS5 Slim (Disc Edition) is the one to buy. It plays every PS5 game, has a 1 TB SSD and a built-in disc drive, so you can buy cheaper used games and play Blu-rays.
The PS5 Pro is worth it if you have a 4K TV with 120Hz and care about graphics. Its AI upscaling (PSSR), higher frame rates and better ray tracing make enhanced games look clearly sharper and smoother. Two catches: these upgrades only apply to games that have been updated for the Pro, and there is no disc drive in the box.
Already have a PS5? The PlayStation Portal is the add-on to consider. It streams games from your PS5 to an 8-inch handheld screen anywhere in your home, at up to 1080p and 60 fps.
Compare them side by side
Everything that matters, in one table. Swipe to see all 3.
| Product |  Best for Most People PS5 Slim (Disc Edition) Home console | Best Graphics PS5 Pro Home console |  Best Add-On PlayStation Portal Remote player for PS5 |
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| BeastScore | 92 / 100 | 90 / 100 | 86 / 100 |
| Best for | Every PS5 game for less | 4K 120Hz TVs and graphics fans | Playing your PS5 away from the TV |
| Storage | 1 TB SSD | 2 TB SSD | None (streams) |
| Disc drive | Yes, built in | No (sold separately) | No |
| Graphics | 4K | 4K with AI upscaling (PSSR), advanced ray tracing | 8" 1080p LCD, up to 60 fps |
| Plays on | Your TV | Your TV | Its own 8" screen |
| In the box | DualSense controller, Astro’s Playroom | DualSense controller, Astro’s Playroom | Needs a PS5 or PS Plus Premium |
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All 3 compared, in one look
See every pick on one chart, or tap one to put it head to head with PS5 Slim (Disc Edition). Ratings out of 10 are our estimates from published specs and Amazon owner reviews, not hands-on tests. Bigger shape = better.
- GraphicsPS5 Pro · 9.9/10
- Frame ratesPS5 Pro · 9.8/10
- StoragePS5 Pro · 9.8/10
- Disc gamesPS5 Slim (Disc Edition) · 10.0/10
- PortabilityPlayStation Portal · 9.6/10
- ValuePS5 Slim (Disc Edition) · 9.6/10
Who wins where
The winner of each category, based on published specs and Amazon owner reviews. Pick the rounds that matter to you.
- Round 1
Graphics
PS5 Pro winsThe Pro adds PSSR AI upscaling and advanced ray tracing, so enhanced games look sharper on a 4K TV, with more realistic light and reflections. Sony notes these upgrades only work in select games that have been enhanced for PS5 Pro.
- Round 2
Frame rates
PS5 Pro winsThe Pro reaches higher and steadier frame rates on 60Hz and 120Hz TVs in enhanced games. On a regular 60Hz TV the gap is smaller, so check your TV before paying more.
- Round 3
Storage
PS5 Pro winsThe Pro comes with a 2 TB SSD, double the Slim’s 1 TB. Big games take 100 GB or more, so 2 TB means less deleting. You can add an M.2 SSD to either console later.
- Round 4
Disc games and movies
PS5 Slim (Disc Edition) winsThe Slim Disc Edition has a built-in disc drive for game discs and Blu-ray movies. The Pro doesn’t: the disc drive is sold separately, which adds to its price.
- Round 5
Game library
TieBoth consoles play the same PS5 and PS4 games. Nothing is Pro-only. You get the same games, online play and PS Plus on either one.
- Round 6
Value
PS5 Slim (Disc Edition) winsThe Slim costs much less and includes the disc drive. For most players, that money is better spent on games, a second controller or a PlayStation Portal.
Which one should you buy?
Find your situation below. That's your pick.
- It’s your first PS5
- You buy game discs or watch Blu-rays
- Your TV is 60Hz
- You have a 4K 120Hz TV
- You play big graphics-heavy games
- You want 2 TB of storage
- You already own a PS5
- Someone else often uses the TV
- You want to play in bed or another room
PS5 Slim (Disc Edition)
Plays every PS5 game, includes a disc drive and costs much less than the Pro. The right PS5 for most homes.
- 1 TB SSD
- Built-in disc drive
- Every PS5 game
Quick tips before you buy
The Pro shines on 4K TVs with 120Hz. On an older 1080p TV, the Slim is plenty.
Games are huge. Budget for an M.2 SSD if you keep many games installed.
Sony asks for at least 5 Mbps, and recommends 15 Mbps or more for the best play.
Amazon also sells PS5 bundles that include a game. Compare them with the console alone.
Quick answers
Is the PS5 Pro worth it over the PS5 Slim?+
Only if you have a 4K TV (ideally 120Hz) and play games that are enhanced for PS5 Pro. For everyone else, the Slim plays the same games for much less and includes a disc drive.
Does the PS5 Pro have a disc drive?+
No. The disc drive for PS5 consoles is sold separately. The PS5 Slim Disc Edition has one built in.
Are there PS5 Pro-only games?+
No. Every PS5 game runs on both consoles. Some games are enhanced for the Pro with sharper graphics or higher frame rates.
Do you need a PS5 to use PlayStation Portal?+
For your own games, yes: it streams from your PS5 over Wi-Fi. With PlayStation Plus Premium, it can also stream games from the cloud without a PS5 turned on.
