Is the PS5 worth getting?

Well over a year after the original release date of the PS5, I could not be happier with the console. The massive power upgrade from the PS4 has made so many games playable in the best way possible, and many of the console's new features knock it out of the park.

Is getting a PS5 worth it?

Naturally, the PS5 is a healthy power jump over the PS4 Pro. But if you're all about the best graphics, can't get your head around gaming on PC, and are platform agnostic, it's also worth considering the most powerful console on the market today, the Xbox Series X.

Is the PS5 worth it or should I wait?

Even if you don't see any PS5 games you want to play right now, and all you want to play are PS4 games, it would still be worth purchasing the PS5. There could be PS5 games that come out later down the line that you end up wanting. Plus, many PS4 games will be enhanced for the PS5 with a free downloadable update.

Is it still hard to buy a PS5?

The reason? The ongoing chip shortage — yep, that's still a major issue — and shipping delays across the global supply chain. And based on Sony's decision to cut its PS5 shipments forecast by some 3.3 million units in fiscal year 2022, it's not going to get easier to snag a console soon.

Is PS5 better than PS4?

PS4 vs PS5: Graphics

As you can see, PS5's GPU comes with 10.3 TFLOPs, which means it can handle 10.3 trillion floating-point calculations per second, on average. In a word, PS5 is nearly eight times more powerful than PS4.

A Year After Its Launch, Is The PS5 Worth It??

Do you need a 4K TV for PS5?

In its Ultimate FAQ's Sony confirmed that the "PS5 does not require a 4K TV. Supported resolutions are 720p, 1080i, 1080p, and 2160p." The main thing to look for is the HDMI connection. The PS5 has an HDMI 2.1 cable in the box, so you'd get the best resolution if your set-up matches that quality.

Will there be a PS6?

Since the PS5 became available in November 2020, it likely won't be until the same month, in 2026 or 2027, we see a PlayStation 6. Just in time for holiday shopping! In the meantime, if Sony follows the PS4's release schedule, we'll see a PS5 Pro or Slim before the PS6, maybe around 2023.

How long will the PS5 shortage last?

And while one would assume that the stock of the PS5 would only get better over time, it sounds like this might not end up being true after all. Speaking to CNBC recently, Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger has made clear that PS5 shortages could continue all the way into 2024.

Why is PS5 sold out?

Its quick rise to popularity amidst the Covid-19 pandemic though meant one thing: the PlayStation 5 was consistently sold out as supply chain issues kept Sony from keeping its supply up with the ever-increasing demand.

Is PS5 worth buying in 2021?

A PS5 is worth the headache and $500, depending on your gaming needs. It's an excellent console that includes some unique features. The Dualsense controller is especially exciting, as it includes haptic feedback and adaptive triggers. That makes PS5 games feel more immersive than they do on any other console.

Why is PS5 so hard?

If you're wondering why the PS5 is so hard to get for us non-famous folk, in short, it's because of the pandemic-induced global chip shortage — and an increased demand for entertainment tech for those who were stuck at home for the better part of two years.

Is PS4 still worth buying 2021?

If you want to play a lot of titles that are only available on PS4 and you don't have another game console, then the PS4 is still a decent buy. The PS4 Pro is more future-proofed, but since its price is close to a PS5, we'd recommend sticking to a PS4 Slim if you do buy a PS4.

Is PS5 better than Xbox?

The only big advantage the PS5 has over the Xbox Series X is the presence of a USB-C port — which is a big deal, especially as more accessories get USB-C adapters. But even if the Xbox Series X design is much more conservative, it's also much more sensible overall.

Why is PS5 so popular?

Otherwise, the PS5 has achieved standout success in two categories: exclusive games and performance. Sony promised a robust library of games that you couldn't play anywhere else, as well as significant advancements in loading times, graphical fidelity and audio.

Should I buy PS5 or a PC?

A long-term investment in a gaming PC will outlive the hype of the next-gen consoles. Instead of having to upgrade to the inevitable PS5 Pro in five years to get the very best console hardware, with a PC, you can just swap out your graphics card or even your CPU and motherboard if you're fixing up a really old rig.

Do PS4 games work on PS5?

The PS5 is largely backward compatible with PS4 games, with more than 4,000 available titles. There are only about a half-dozen known PS4 games that are incompatible with the PS5. There are some limitations; for example, the Share menu can't be displayed on the PS5 when playing a PS4 game.

How do I find my PS5?

Is PS5 still hard to get 2022?

Sony Will Sell Fewer PlayStation 5 Consoles in 2022 Due to Chip Shortage. It has been almost impossible to get your hands on a next-gen game console since their launch in late 2020, and you should not expect things to get better anytime soon.

Will PS5 ever be in stock again?

In some positive restock news, Sony has confirmed that it hopes to double the amount of PS5 consoles sold over its next fiscal year, which ends March 2023. This would suggest that plenty of restocks will come over the next few months, and stock availability should improve overall.

What is Sony doing about PS5 scalpers?

In an attempt to combat those issues, Sony Japan has started issuing anti-scalping stickers to vendors in that country. The way it works is simple: the sticker is applied to the outside of the Playstation 5 box, and when someone buys the console, the sticker is cut — marking the product as “sold.”

Will there be a PS5 slim?

PS5 Slim price and release date

The PS5 Slim will likely be cheaper than the original PS5's launch price of $499 / £449. We'd expect it to be around $100 cheaper, so $399 / £349, which was the launch price of the PS4.