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Sony PlayStation 5 Pro: PSSR Upscaling and Performance Goals

3/18/2024

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Sony PlayStation 5 Pro: PSSR Upscaling and Performance Goals

The gaming world is abuzz with rumors and leaks about Sony’s upcoming PlayStation 5 Pro. One of the most exciting features is the PSSR (PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution) upscaling technology. In this blog post, we’ll dive into what PSSR is, how it works, and what performance goals Sony has set for the PS5 Pro.

Table of Contents

  1. Introduction
  2. What is PSSR?
  3. Performance Goals
  4. How PSSR Compares to PS5
  5. Memory Requirements
  6. Conclusion

What is PSSR?

PSSR stands for PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution. It’s a cutting-edge upscaling technology powered by machine learning. Unlike traditional upscaling methods, which simply stretch pixels to fit a higher resolution, PSSR uses sophisticated algorithms to enhance image quality while maintaining performance.

Performance Goals

Sony has ambitious goals for PSSR on the PS5 Pro. Here are the performance targets:

  • PS5 Pro: 4K at 60 FPS or 8K at 30 FPS
  • PS5 Pro-Next: 4K at 120 FPS or 8K at 60 FPS

These targets are impressive, especially considering the hardware limitations of the currently planned PS5 Pro (with 60 CU RDNA3). However, Sony believes that future console releases could push PSSR even further.

How PSSR Compares to PS5

Insider Gaming shared Sony’s internal performance estimates for PSSR on the PS5 Pro. Here’s how it compares to the standard PS5:

  • PS5 Pro with PSSR: 60 FPS at 1440p resolution
  • PS5 without PSSR: 1080p at 60 FPS or 1800p at 30 FPS

The goal of PSSR is to deliver image quality similar to Fidelity Mode while maintaining the smoothness of Performance Mode. It’s a win-win for gamers who want both visual fidelity and high frame rates.

Memory Requirements

PSSR requires 250MB of memory, with 180MB coming from the PSML Library (PlayStation Machine Learning) and 64MB from the game itself. Sony has optimized this memory usage to ensure efficient performance.

Conclusion

The PlayStation 5 Pro is shaping up to be a powerhouse, and PSSR is a key feature that will elevate gaming experiences. As we await the official announcement, gamers can look forward to glorious 4K and 8K visuals without sacrificing performance.