PlayStation 5 Pro launches worldwide today, November 7th. Introduced on September 10, PlayStation 5 Pro is our most advanced and innovative console hardware yet, with key performance features such as an updated GPU, advanced ray tracing and PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution.

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The console is available directly from PlayStation and participating retailers worldwide. Whether you’ve decided to switch from a PlayStation 4 or PlayStation 5 to the new console, or are completely new to the PlayStation family (welcome!), here’s what you need to know to get ready for your new PS5 Pro to prepare – and start with it.

PS5 Pro measurements

When delivered, the PS5 Pro console measures approximately 388 mm x 89 mm x 216 mm (width x height x depth) and weighs approximately 3.1 kg.

PS5 Pro input/output ports

A disc drive for PS5 can be purchased separately, allowing you to use physical PS5 and supported PS4 discs and play 4K Blu-ray and DVD discs.

Transfer your data from PS4, PS4 Pro or PS5 to PlayStation 5 Pro

If you have a PS5, PS4 Pro, or PS4 console, you can transfer your data to your new console. Before you begin the transfer, make sure your original console is updated to the latest system software and you have synced your trophy information. Sign in to your PlayStation Network account on both your original console and your PS5 Pro. You can transfer your user information, download games to your console’s hard drive or SSD, save data, and select console settings when both consoles are connected to the same network. Go to Settings > System > System Software, select Data Transfer > Next, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

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Enable PS5 console sharing and offline play

While you can have your account on multiple consoles, you can only designate one console at a time for console sharing and offline play. When you log in to your new PS5 or PS5 Pro console for the first time, Console Sharing and offline play are automatically enabled.

If you sign in to a PS5 console that isn’t enabled for Console Sharing and Offline Play, you’ll still be able to access and play purchased games and access some of your PlayStation Plus benefits through your account – as long as you’re signed in to your account are . It is not accessible from other accounts that may be using the same console.

Sync your DualSense Controller, DualSense Edge Controller, Pulse Elite Headset, Pulse Explore and PlayStation Portal with your PS5 Pro

Whether you’re using the new DualSense controller included with your PS5 Pro or one you already own, you’ll need to pair it with your new console. Connect it to the console using the included USB-C cable and turn on the controller.

For PlayStation Portal, on your PS5 console’s home screen, select Settings > System > Remote Play, then check Enable Remote Play. Sign in to your PlayStation Network account on your PlayStation Portal and follow the on-screen instructions to sync it with your new console.

For your PlayStation Pulse Elite headset, connect the included USB adapter to one of the rear USB Type-A ports on your console and press the PlayStation Link button on your headset.

For PlayStation Pulse Explore, make sure both earbuds are docked in the charging case, plug the USB adapter into one of the USB Type-A ports on your console, and remove both earbuds from the case to connect them to your console .

Transfer your M.2 SSD from PS5 to PS5 Pro

If your original PS5 has an M.2 SSD installed, you can insert it into your PS5 Pro following these instructions.

Set up a PS5 Pro with a PS5 disc drive

If you purchased a separate PS5 disc drive to install on your PS5 Pro, you can follow this handy guide.

Pair your PS5 Pro with the PlayStation App

You can download games on the go, manage console storage when you’re running out of space, and start a game in the app so you can pick up the controller and play.

Play Astro’s Playroom

As with all PlayStation 5 consoles, the PS5 Pro also comes pre-installed with Astro’s Playroom in the console storage. This is a fantastic introduction to Team Asobi’s wonderful platforming franchise and also the impressive features of the DualSense wireless controller.

Check out some PS5 Pro Enhanced games

Whether you’re moving from a PS5 or are new to the PlayStation, there’s a selection of titles with updates that take advantage of the PS5 Pro and are released alongside the console. Here are just a few of them:

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