Rumors about the PlayStation 5 Pro are picking up speed again. A credible source returns with new elements, including an exit window.
If it’s not the Nintendo Switch 2, it’s the PS5 Pro. Several sources claim that Sony is secretly preparing a new, more powerful model for its console. This wouldn’t be the only innovation on the hardware side, as rumors of a PlayStation 5 with a removable disc drive are increasing. Tom Henderson has decided to take stock by revealing everything that’s happening, casually revealing the future console’s release window and pin-sharp details.
The PS5 Pro soon in the hands of developers?
The doubt had lasted for a few months, Tom Henderson (via insider gaming
Sony would then aim to launch its PlayStation 5 Pro in the last quarter of 2024 at the earliest. According to other rumors, the console would have better performance thanks to a new AMD chip, as well as a significant change in its cooling system, which would then be based on a real cooling system. water cooling
Anything new in the coming months?
Starting with the PS5 with a removable disc drive, which is expected to be launched as early as September 2023. Sony would then aim to replace the existing case at some point. So no changes in design and hardware are expected, so the aim seems to be to reduce costs. We also think of the accessory that made headlines as the “PlayStation Portable”. Codenamed Q Lite, you’ll be able to use the console’s Remote Play feature on a sort of controller that packs all the features of DualSense with a center-adapted screen. So, in summary, Sony would prepare:
- Project Leonardo (Late 2023): adaptive and customizable controller for the PS5 and other consoles.
- New PlayStation 5 (September 2023): Overhaul of the console with the only change to its hard disk drive, which will be removable
- audio devices (March 2024 max): wireless headphones and earphones for the PS5. Their publication is expected by the end of fiscal year 2023.
- Q Lite (End of 2024): the famous accessory already stamped as “PS5 Portable”. Release planned for the last quarter of 2024.
- PS5Pro (Late 2024): More powerful version of the console with an estimated release date of at least the last quarter of 2024.