What’s the real difference between the PlayStation 5 and PS5 Pro anyway?

The PlayStation 5 Pro next to the slim PS5. The PS5 Pro looks like a slim that got a growth spurt. | Image: Sony

After various rumors and leaks, the PlayStation 5 Pro is finally official — complete with a new GPU, $700 price point, and no built-in disc drive. But is that pretty much it? What makes this new console 40 percent more expensive than the existing PS5 you can buy today for $500? The same one that’s bound to go on sale during the holidays, not long after the Pro’s November 7th launch date.

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