PS5 Pro Sales Unaffected by Lukewarm Reception

Recent PS5 Pro sales projections remain strong despite mixed initial reception. Analysts weigh in on the console's performance and its potential impact on future PlayStation devices.

Analyst Predictions: PS5 Pro Sales Trajectory

PS5 Pro's Enhanced Capabilities Fuel Handheld Console Speculation

Despite a $700 price tag, the PS5 Pro is projected to achieve sales comparable to the PS4 Pro, according to Ampere Analysis. While the price difference between the PS5 and PS5 Pro (40-50%) is significantly higher than that between the PS4 and PS4 Pro at launch, analyst Piers Harding-Rolls believes that the higher price will impact demand, but not significantly deter PlayStation enthusiasts. Ampere Analysis forecasts approximately 1.3 million PS5 Pro units sold during the November 2024 launch window – roughly 400,000 units less than the PS4 Pro's launch sales in 2016. The PS4 Pro ultimately sold around 14.5 million units, representing approximately 12% of total PS4 sales. Ampere projects similar long-term sales for the PS5 Pro. (*Sell-through refers to direct consumer purchases from retailers.)

The PS5 Pro's enhanced GPU will boost PSVR2 performance, according to lead architect Mark Cerny. Higher resolution outputs for PSVR2 games are expected, though specific titles haven't been announced. The console's AI-assisted upscaling, PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution, will also be compatible with PSVR2. The PS5 Pro's compatibility with the PS Portal has further fueled speculation about a potential new PlayStation handheld console, reviving rumors of a device capable of running PS5 games. While unconfirmed, the PS5 Pro's capabilities suggest a possible evolution of PlayStation's handheld offerings.