Gaming PC you can build for the price of a R19,499 PS5 Pro

Analysis Reveals Comparable Cost Between PS5 Pro and Custom Gaming PC

An analysis conducted by MyBroadband has shown that constructing a gaming PC with performance on par with the high-priced PlayStation 5 Pro could require only a slight increase in expenditure.

PS5 Pro Announcement and Features

In September 2024, Sony finally unveiled the highly-anticipated PS5 Pro, introducing various enhancements and features to entice consumers:

• Improved performance in ray-tracing
• Automatic AI-assisted upscaling in 4K resolution
• 4K at 60 frames per second in the new Pro mode

Upon its pre-order availability starting on 1 November 2024, individuals seeking to acquire the console will need to allocate a substantial R19,499, marking a significant 39% escalation from the standard PS5’s price of R13,999.

PS5 Pro Pricing Comparison and Value Proposition

Despite the considerable cost disparity, it’s worth noting that video game consoles generally offer superior value for money compared to PCs with similar performance metrics. The PS5 Pro pricing in South Africa exceeds that of any gaming console since the early 2000s.

The comparison to the US market shows a near-identical percentage increase of $200 from the current $499 price, reflecting the global impact of the PS5 Pro’s pricing strategy.

Technical Comparison and Performance Evaluation

When delving into the technical specifications of the PS5 Pro, particularly the GPU, CPU, RAM, and storage components, we observe notable enhancements over its predecessor:

• The PS5 Pro’s GPU features 67% more compute units than the regular PS5, promising a substantial performance boost
• The CPU remains akin to the AMD Ryzen 7 3700X, showcasing stability and familiarity in processing capabilities
• RAM and storage capacities have been maintained, with SSD storage doubling from 825GB to 2TB

Gaming PC Comparison and Cost Analysis

Constructing a custom gaming PC mirroring the PS5 Pro specifications revealed a total cost of R18,287 without software, marginally lower than the PS5 Pro’s price point.

However, consideration of additional costs, such as a Windows 11 license, may tip the scales in favor of the PS5 Pro when factoring in the overall expense.

Custom-Built PC Summary

For those interested in exploring a custom gaming PC alternative, the following components can be assembled for a system akin to the PS5 Pro:

Source: MyBroadband