The spread of a global pandemic has been an unsettling time for people around the world. Amid the chaos, the tech industry has been disrupted, too, with announcements delayed and hardware releases postponed.
Fortunately, we now have something to look forward to. Using an online presentation, Sony has given us the first technical details of the upcoming PlayStation 5.
PlayStation 5: What We Know
Sony opted for a deep-dive into the PlayStation 5’s technical specifications with lead system architect Mark Cerny. While you can watch the entire 50-minute presentation using the video above, here’s a rundown of what we know so far.
The console will be powered by an AMD Ryzen Zen 2 CPU, with eight cores and 16 threads. It’ll come with 16GB of RAM, alongside 825GB of SSD storage. The disk can read at 5.5GB/s and is combined with a custom I/O system. The result of this ultra-high-speed setup is the reduction of loading times and removal of loading screens.
There’ll also be a high power Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) designed specifically for the PS5. This will enable the system’s 4K output, as well as ray tracing support. Your games will be even more realistic thanks to this combination of high-resolution graphics and life-like visuals.
On top of this visual performance, there are audio upgrades, too. The PS5 will come with Tempest 3D AudioTech for a more immersive experience. This’ll enhance your gameplay experience, and lead to a greater sense of location within the game.
Fortunately, the PlayStation 5 will be backward compatible to a degree. Sony has analyzed the top 100 PS4 games and confirmed those would be playable at launch.
The Next Generation of Games Consoles
The PlayStation 5 is a huge step forward for gamers around the world. Crucially, though, the hardware is primed for the future. While Sony has given us the most in-depth presentation so far, they aren’t the only ones prepping a next-generation console.
Microsoft has also got their eyes set on the future with the powerful Xbox Series X. Although initially slated for release in late 2020, as with the PS5, this date will likely change over the coming months.
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