Why a PS5 Pro Doesn't Make Sense (Yet)

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Sony's latest home console, the PS5, has been off to a smashing start so far. Hype for the machine was through the roof before its launch in late 2020, and it has consistently kept up momentum well in the present day. With the console having barely been out for two years, it has already sold more than 17 million units, and is supported by a great lineup of exclusives games like Returnal and Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart. After such a solid start, it seems like the sky is the limit for Sony and its newest machine.

However, some intriguing rumors have popped up online that claim Sony is planning a refresh for the PS5 sometime next year. Specifically, a PS5 Pro, a mid-gen upgrade that boosts the technical performance, features, and physical design of the console. Considering that Sony has done the same thing for nearly all of its prior platforms, it would make sense for PS5 Pro to be available at some point. That being said, there are a few factors to consider that make 2023 far too early for a mid-generation upgrade to the PS5.

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First and foremost, the average console life cycle lasts approximately 6-7 years. This can of course extend beyond that based on the console's overall success, but generally speaking the prime years of a platform fall in that time range. PS3 was Sony's main focus from 2006-2013 for example, and while technically still supported after the PS4's launch, it was hardly the center of attention anymore. This is important to note because, going by this statistic, the PS5's time in the spotlight should last until 2026 or 2027.

As of right now, the PS5 hasn't even entered its second Holiday season yet. With the console still in its infancy, and so