Sony · platform · 2024
PlayStation 5 Pro (2TB)
Sony's top console: 2TB SSD, stronger GPU, GT7 PSSR upscaling, no disc drive included
Sony's high-end PS5 with a stronger GPU and PSSR upscaling, sold without a disc drive. It makes Gran Turismo 7 look sharper but adds no games, and at $899.99 it is a hard value case for racing alone.
AI rating
- Sim catalog
- 7
- Wheel support
- 8
- Performance
- 8
- Value
- 3
Who it suits
- First rig
- 6
- Console racing
- 9
- Competitive racing
- 6
- Small rooms
- 8
- Tight budgets
- 2
- Enthusiasts
- 7
Scores are AI analysis of public information (specs, manuals, published reviews and owner reports), not a hands-on test. How we rate
Pros and cons
- GT7 has a Pro-enhanced mode with a cleaner image and ray tracing during races, plus sharper PSVR2
- 2TB of storage fits large racing installs without juggling
- Same wheel and PSVR2 support as any PS5
- $250 more than the standard PS5 for image quality, not new sims
- No disc drive and no vertical stand in the box
- Still no iRacing, LMU or other PC-only sims
Watch out: No disc drive included: add Sony's drive if you buy physical games. The Pro unlocks no extra racing games over a regular PS5.
What it feels like
- Noise
- Load times
Games load fast from the SSD, so races start quickly.
The fan is audible under load but stays low during menus.
It's a quiet living-room box, not something you hear over the wheel.
Like a gaming PC in a slim box that stays out of sight.
What the PlayStation 5 Pro (2TB) works with
- 12 of the 38 wheel bases we track work on PlayStation 5.
Wheel bases that work on PlayStation 5
- Fanatec ClubSport DD+ (15 Nm)83
- Fanatec Gran Turismo DD Pro (5 Nm bundle)81
- Logitech G RS50 System (PlayStation/PC)79
- Logitech G PRO Racing Wheel (PlayStation/PC)77
- Thrustmaster T598 (PS5/PC)73
- Thrustmaster T248R (PlayStation/PC)70
- Thrustmaster T248 (PlayStation/PC)69
- Thrustmaster T300 RS GT Edition (PlayStation/PC)67
- Logitech G29 Driving Force (PlayStation/PC)65
- Logitech G923 TRUEFORCE (PlayStation/PC)65
- Thrustmaster T-GT II (PlayStation/PC)63
- Thrustmaster T128 (PlayStation/PC)60
Racing games on PlayStation 5
- Assetto Corsa Competizione
- Assetto Corsa
- DiRT Rally 2.0
- Gran Turismo 7
- EA Sports WRC
- F1 25
- NASCAR 25
- Forza Horizon 5
Tech facts
| Storage | 2 TB |
|---|---|
| Disc drive | No |
| Video out | HDMI 2.1, up to 4K120 (8K output supported) |
| VR | PlayStation VR2 |
| Wall plug | US 2-prong NEMA 1-15 (non-polarized C7 figure-8 cable) |
| Outlets needed | 1 |
| Connection | HDMI 2.1, USB-C and USB-A ports for wheel bases, Wi-Fi 7, Ethernet |
| Software | PS5 system software; PSSR upscaling |
| Size (W × D × H) | 4 × 9 × 15 in (9 × 22 × 39 cm) |
| Weight | 7 lb (3.1 kg) |
| Materials | Plastic |
| Released | 2024 |
| Platforms | PS5XboxPC |
Our take
AI analysis of public information, not a hands-on review.
The PS5 Pro is the best way to run Gran Turismo 7 on a console, but it is a pricey choice for a first rig. It has a more powerful GPU than the base PS5, PSSR AI upscaling and enhanced ray tracing. It ships with 2TB of storage, no disc drive, and a Wi-Fi 7 radio. Supported games can hold higher resolution or frame rates, which helps in racing. GT7 is the headline title, with its PS5 Pro enhancements. Check the exact modes against Polyphony's notes, because I am not claiming to have tested them.
Its value to a rig buyer comes from the platform lock-in. It works with PS5-licensed wheelbases (Logitech, Thrustmaster, Fanatec, Moza on PS-compatible models), so your wheel choice must carry the right PlayStation licence. PS VR2 is supported too.
Cost is the main drawback. Pricing has moved a lot in 2026, and the console alone can cost as much as a good entry-level direct-drive wheel. If budget is tight, the standard PS5 plus a better wheel gives more feel per dollar. Buy the Pro if you also want the best visuals and already own a 4K/120Hz display.
Questions buyers ask
Does it work with any racing wheel?
No. Wheels must be PS5-licensed or PS-compatible. Many PS4 wheels also work, but check the maker's PS5 compatibility list. PC-only wheels won't work.
Does the PS5 Pro come with a disc drive?
No. The Pro is sold without one. A detachable drive is sold separately (about $80) and is needed for physical games.
Is the Pro worth it over the standard PS5 for sim racing?
Only if you want the best visuals and a smoother frame rate in supported games like GT7. For feel, a better wheel or pedals will matter more than the console upgrade.