Is PS4 Pro more powerful than PS4 slim?
The PlayStation 4 Pro (PS4 Pro) is a sleek, powerful, and beautiful addition to the PS4 lineup. But the biggest question on everyone’s mind is: Is it really more powerful than its humble PS4 slim. In this article, we’ll dive into the comparison and explore the hardware upgrades that make the Pro truly special.
Before we begin
Before diving into the tech-talk, it’s essential to understand what Boost Mode on PS4 Pro is about. This feature allows native 4K resolution up to 60 frames per second (FPS) as opposed to the standard 4K resolution of 20 FPS on previous-generation consoles. Better GPU performance also lets users enjoy smoother graphics quality at higher resolutions.
Now that we’ve got some technical knowledge under our belt, let’s get started! Here are the key comparison points between PS4 slim and PS4 Pro to decide which one is mightier:
1. CPU: Single versus Dual Cores: Both consoles have AMD processing cores, but the big difference lies in the multi-threading capabilities. While PS4 slim has just eight Jaguar cores clocked at 1.6GHz, PS4 Pro is equipped with two cores each with 14 (of 18) Nenneo cores, leading to improved performance.
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| PS4 Slim | |
|---|---|
| CPU | One dual-core AMD Jaguar – 1.6GHx |
| Dual quad-core AMD Neon – 2.9 GHz |
2. Graphics Performance: Memory bandwidth and GPU clockrate. PS4 pro takes the lead with upgraded RAM, 8.7 GB/s of usable RAM, and a new CPU that can handle all RAM. PS4 has lower RAM bandwidth and old PS4’s 15/40 GB/s storage compared to PS4’s upgraded 8/55.4 GB/s from external SSD.
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| PS4 Slim | PS4 Pro | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graph | 1 TFlops, 18 Nenneo cores | 4.8 TFlops, 5+ Nenneo (20-30%) CPU Overclock | ||
| mem bw | 15 & 40 GB/sec | 8.8-11.5 Gigaflops, 13GB GDDR5 Video | ||
| RAM | No Dual-level Cache, Dual -level Cache 9: 1: G 3:1 3:1 R+W Ratio | 512 Bit | 512 Byte Unified Memory Architecture,8G GDDR5. R/W Ratio:7 |
3. Memory and Storage Upgrade. PS4 has faster memory and storage – including the ability to put most games on an M2 SSD, making access 15-30 percents faster. PS4’s upgraded 8+22.4 GB for apps, 16*36 GB for games memory as compared to PS2: 8.45.
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ps 4 | ps PRO | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Storing | 128.6 GB, & GDDR5 RAM to make memory faster. | ||
| Memory 7 MB | Graphics Video | ||
| 2 Memory – | 4 Level Pre-Cache – | ||
| Ml | In Level Pre-Cache, L2 Cache | Cache | Fast 1 Second (3.6% Less Than PS4s.3) |
| • CPU Boost | From | 33 1 (1 0 .05%(.3⤶ 2s |
4. Comparison Tables: PS4 pro against PS4 slim | RAM, CPU, Power supply.
| PS4 Slim | PS4 Pro | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| CPU 4x 1GB+4x 550 MHz | |||
| 1.88 THz 21 | 8 & 1.66 1.04 | ||
| TFlops 1 | |||
| 1.00 | 1 TB HDD (1 TB-12.8 GB – Free | ||
| 2.5 Mbps 1 | |||
| memory and 4 Mbit |
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| GPU 1.45 | 1|GPU 1 TB 1 GPU 1. | 4\.5. Does Boost Mode make a Significant Impact?
In order for Boost Mode to boost power, it requires improved computing power. 20% boost results come from the new XBO’s 8X Cores, and further upscaling to 90 MHz.
Conclusion and Comparision
The simple fact is that the Pro boasts significant upgrades in CPUs and memory bandwidth, the only difference between PS2&3.1 being graphics quality. It improves over PS4 in frame-rates, resolutions, HDR support, and compatibility while keeping the same amount and same type of VR storage as PS4-which can be expanded easily PS4 Pro also benefits, thanks to improved cache system. PS4 uses much faster memory storage
and CPU. So answer will be yes PS Pro is more powerful on standard games and can increase fps up to 35 compared to PS4
Additionally, the PS pro can run at twice its PS4 60MHz and 20 % slower for 3 – PS4 40s per 1 seconds the 1 PS-Pro
For the same or fewer frames, it depends
Please note that hardware improvement can be beneficial from standard PS4. Up 35% PS game titles for 30 Frames rate, improved hardware support for VR is likely.