PS5 Pro is Even More Expensive Outside the US

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PS5 Pro is Even More Expensive Outside the US

Key Takeaways

  • The PS5 Pro costs £699.99 in the UK, €799.99 in other European, and ¥119,980 in Japan.
  • Sold separately vertical stand costs $30 and the detachable disc drive costs $80.
  • The lack of a built-in disc drive has seen many online say the PS5 Pro isn’t worth the price.

As a seasoned gamer with decades of gaming under my belt and a wallet that’s taken quite a hit from my passion, I must admit that the PS5 Pro leaves me feeling rather perplexed. Don’t get me wrong; I appreciate the power boost and the allure of future-proofing my gaming experience. But when it comes to the price tag, especially for those living outside the US, it seems a bit excessive, even for this dedicated gamer.

In simpler terms, the PlayStation 5 Pro costs more when bought outside the U.S., which could make it challenging for people living in countries like the UK, Europe, Japan, and others to purchase. The announcement of the PS5 Pro hasn’t been without issues for Sony. At first, fans were thrilled about the mid-generation update, but now many have expressed that they won’t be buying a PS5 Pro once it becomes available to the public.

Some people appear intrigued by the enhanced performance offered by the PS5 Pro, but they are put off by its sky-high price tag. When it hits stores on November 7, the PS5 Pro will retail at $699.99 in the US (not including sales tax), while in the UK, it’s priced at £699.99, and across Europe, it sells for €799.99. Japanese consumers will have to shell out ¥119,980 for the PS5 Pro.

Regrettably, individuals residing outside the US will find themselves shelling out more money for the PS5 Pro. To put it into perspective in U.S. dollars, the PS5 Pro retails at $919.74 in the UK, $887.02 in Europe, and $853.68 in Japan. What adds insult to injury is that the PS5 Pro does not include a vertical stand or a built-in disc drive as standard features. Those looking for a vertical stand will need to shell out an extra $29.99, while a disc drive for their PS5 Pro will cost an additional $80.

PS5 Pro Price

PS5 Pro is Even More Expensive Outside the US
  • $699.99 (USA)
  • £699.99 (UK) = $919.74
  • €799.99 (Europe) = $887.02
  • ¥119,980 (Japan – Includes Tax) = $853.68

It appears that even a dedicated PS5 Pro gamer might struggle to acquire Sony’s detachable disc drives, as they are selling out rapidly, despite the fact that console pre-orders won’t be available until September 26. If you don’t have a disc drive, gamers who have amassed a substantial collection of physical PS4 and PS5 games won’t be able to play them on the PS5 Pro, which is certainly disheartening. Some have suggested that the high cost of the PS5 Pro would be more palatable if it came with a disc drive. Given that it doesn’t, it seems this omission could be a significant turn-off for many potential buyers.

Adjusted for inflation, the PS5 Pro isn’t the priciest PlayStation console yet, but given its features, some argue it’s not a smart buy. Still, if you’re seeking a power boost and can’t hold out for the launch of PlayStation 6, you might find the PS5 Pro worth the splurge, despite its price tag.

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2024-09-13 17:54