The PlayStation 5 is a gaming console from Sony. It uses a custom AMD Ryzen CPU and an AMD Radeon GPU. It supports 4K resolution and ray tracing for lighting, reflections and shadows. Its SSD storage is built for fast game loading.
It comes with a DualSense wireless controller that has adaptive triggers and haptic feedback. Tempest 3D AudioTech provides 3D sound. The console plays a large library of PlayStation 4 games. Storage can be expanded by adding an M.2 SSD.
The console is available as a Digital Edition for a fully digital game library, or a Disc Edition that plays both physical and digital games. A PlayStation Plus subscription gives access to a selection of games and to online multiplayer.
- Brand
- Sony
- Editions
- Digital Edition or Disc Edition
- Processor
- Custom AMD Ryzen CPU
- Graphics
- AMD Radeon GPU
- Resolution
- 4K, with ray tracing
- Storage
- Ultra-fast SSD; expandable with an additional M.2 SSD
- Audio
- Tempest 3D AudioTech
- Controller
- DualSense wireless controller with adaptive triggers and haptic feedback
- Compatibility
- Backward compatible with PlayStation 4 games
- Online play
- Online multiplayer with a PlayStation Plus subscription
- In the box
- PS5 console, DualSense wireless controller, HDMI cable, power cable, USB-C cable, quick start guide