It’s been a busy week at Push Square Towers as we begin to assemble our PlayStation 5 coverage. You may have already read our recent hands on impressions with Astro’s Playroom and the DualSense controller; do give it a read through here if you haven’t already, we’ve been pretty impressed with what we’ve experienced thus far.
Of course, while we have tons to write and talk about, we also want to know what’s important to you so that we can get to the topics you care about when future embargoes lifts. Obviously keep in mind that we won’t be able to answer all of your questions right away, but just reading your thoughts and concerns can best inform our coverage.
So ultimately, we want to know what you, er, want to know! No question is too small or silly; seriously, if you want to know more about the DualSense microphone or how the Create button works, then let us know. Your queries are going to make our coverage better, and hopefully we’ll be able to answer a lot of them in the lead up to launch.
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Come on, then. Tell me what you want to know!
Where’s the coin slot?
I'd like to know more about 3D audio! Is it as awesome as Sony say? Does it work with any headphones/earphones? Does it improve any old BC games?
Also, does it take flight in demanding games both old and new like PS4 Slim? Would be nice to test it in open and closed spaces.
3D audio would be good. Is it really a good add on or a bit of a nothing gimmick?
Also the pad. How long does it take to charge, and how long does it take to deplete (ish).
Where can I find one?
@get2sammyb I actually would love to know if my capture gallery screenshots and videos can be transferred from PS4 to PS5?
I would love to know more about the Pulse Headset, is the sound good? can you customize the sound profiles? Whats the microphone quality like?
Is there any functionality with the Vita system? Does the Blu Ray drive play 3D Blu Ray discs? Can all Bluetooth headphones connect to the system?
How tall is the disc drive version in the horizontal position including the stand?
Do most ps4 games support the game boost function on ps5?
I’d like to know how quick ps4 loadtimes are on ps5 for some of the quicker games (yakuza kiwami battle transition and load times for buildings) and some of the slowest games (vampyr).
Are there plans to release more before Xmas? Can I plug in my USB hdd from my ps4 and will the games work or do I have to reinstall everything? Will my hdd even work with ps5?
Anything and everything! No information about the PS5 is small or silly! tell us everything there is to know. Thank you.
On all the screenshots I've seen, the lighting scheme on the base unit is blue. Do you think we will be able to change this? Many thanks.
How fast will the download speed be?
The recent Days Gone update was 25gb and it took 5 hours at the very least.
I'm hoping that with the PS5, the download is fast that instead of 5 hours for the above update, it would've taken 5-10 minutes.
What are the various embargo’s and when do they lift? How long is the battery life of the dual sense? How does it vary between a game heavily using its features (Astro) and a regular game (Miles)? Themes? Customization?
Im curious about the noise level of the PS5 fan when playing more demanding games, like maybe Demon’s Souls or Spiderman: MM.
Do trophies automatically sync with PSN?
Is digital game sharing the same as with PS4?
Trophies! Have they improved, as in can you track your stats for collectibles against the trophy itself rather than it being a game specific stats page.
Also, the cards. They look and sound like a really great idea to get info quickly, what uses do they have beyond the video we’ve been shown if the UI?
Lastly... Picture in Picture... does it work to have YouTube or other video apps up whilst in a game?
Is the 4k player comparable to other standalone players on the market for movie playback? Would like to use the PS5 for games and for movies.
Can you operate the PS5 entirely with the dualshock 4? So you can get into backwards compatible games without having to use the PS5 controller
@Wrightbrother11 Ooh +1 for that. I’d love to know more about the 4K Blu-Ray player.
Can it also double as a jet fan?
And what's the quality of the 4K player? Does it support Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos?
@get2sammyb The most important question; are you having fun?
I’d like to know about battery life of the controller, fan noise, how hot the console gets using demanding games and if U.K. online preorders will be delivered during the lockdown, I know the last one isn’t about the consoles performance, however it would be nice to know
Have you tried playing PS4 games on it, and if yes, do you notice improved loading times/slightly better visual?
What's the battery life of the DualSense?
3D audio - gamechanger? Following up on that - worth getting the headset?
Please could you answer this question, it's what I want to know about the PS5 the most. What I would like to know is when you go into your Trophy collection on PS5 to view all the games with Trophies, is it the same design and layout as PS4? I already know that the Trophy unlock sound is different and when a Trophy pops it's different.
Also, I never saw a Trophy icon on the UI with Sony UI video? Do you now have to view Trophies from your profile now instead?
Can Astro Playroom be uninstalled from the PS5?
Yeah would love to know the battery life on the dualsense.
Noise level
How are themes are they gone or will there be some nice custom homepage options
Does it tuck me in bed and make me breakfast?
@get2sammyb hey Sammy regarding accessabilty does ps5 have button remapping on the dualsense aka button assignment??
I have a feeling a there's a lot we still haven't seen from the UI. More on that, please, including load times and possible quick resume (or similar).
What I really need to know, as Sony customer service does not even know, is more about the 4K. Blu-ray player. I know games are not Dolby Atmos/Vision compatible, but will the 4K Blu ray player have Dolby Atmos and Vision, and also HDR10+ compatability?
Also, as the games won't be DolbybAtmos compatible, will there be any surround sound in games for my current 7 1.2 set up, or is it only those with the headphones that are getting any surround sound?
Is it a bad idea to put the system in a cabinet? Does it require a lot of air flow and does it exhaust a lot of hot air out of the vents on the back?
Can you use more than 1 external HDD?
Can you set a download limit so it only downloads 1 thing at a time?
Can you capture 4K 60 FPS?
@KnightRider1982
This depends entirely on your ISP. If it took you 5 hours to download something on PS4 it will take you 5 hours on PS5 as well.
Do we have any idea of when they will announce compatible internal ssds for it?
Does boost mode for PSVR titles limit to PS4 Pro quality only?... Not higher?
Does the PS5 allow for older HDMI cables to be used??
(my projector for example is only 1.4)
I’d like to know if mouse and keyboard adaptors that worked on PS4 will work on PS5. I just can’t imagine playing Cyberpunk with a controller.
@Philbop I would think getting the console during lockdown will depend entirely on where you've pre ordered it from - if it's Amazon or another online retailer then you shouldn't have a problem as couriers will still be running for deliveries, if it's an actual shop then you may have a problem since non essential retail shops will close on Thursday - if you're in that boat I'd suggest you contact them tomorrow and see if they are setting up deliveries
What are the practices and limitations of the Create Button?
1. Is there a quick resume function like the Xbox has shown off?
2. Can the picture in picture function be used with media apps like Netflix and Youtube? In other words can I watch Youtube in the corner of my TV screen while playing a game at the same time?
3. Can PS4 headphones, wired or wireless, work with PS5?
@get2sammyb Does it play audio CDs?
I’d love to know what apps are going to be available on the PS5 store?
@Only1PJA it’s an online one from game, I’ve read that deliveries should be as normal on a few sites, however there’s always that niggling worry in the back of the mind, so hopefully it’ll be delivered. Thank you for answering, I appreciate it.
Do all PS4 games take advantage of "Game Boost" or only those that are specifically patched by the developers? If it's the latter do non patched games still run a bit better regardless (frame rates, load times etc) or do they need to be installed on the ssd for that (or do they just run as though they are on PS4/Pro)???
With save transfer, does it work back and forth between the 4 and 5? So for example, if I was to buy the ps4 edition of planet coaster, I understand that I'll be able to upgrade to the 5 edition and I'm assuming take my save to that console via the playstation plus cloud. But if I then want to play on my ps4 in another room, can I then take my ps5 save back to the ps4?
@Philbop No worries - it may be that deliveries take an extra day of two but that may come as much from Game limiting the number of staff in their warehouses (if they do that for social distancing) as from the couriers being overworked with many more deliveries to cope with than usual. I know during the earlier lockdown that DPD had to take on extra drivers to cope with the increased demand so hopefully those extra staff are still in place to cause less disruption with deliveries now.
PS4 game load times on an external sata SSD Would be nice to know
Will 1440p be supported? If so, do you recommend such a monitor with 120hz or would you go 4K at 60hz? (Don't think hdmi 2.1 4K monitor coming soon or even be affordable in near future)
Thoughts on the pulse 3D headset.
How much free GB does the consol hard drive have? And can you recommend any compatible external storage?
A good debrief of the UI!
Thanks in advance
@PhantomMenace84 thanks for the reply. I suppose the next obvious question will be what's the actual useable space on the ssd?
Are Sony going with the Christmas tree game pad again?..............it's like watching Youtube videos with adverts......in your mind you let it go but deep down your inner soul is crying out thinking how much juice these adverts are tapping into your internet allowance............I am guessing it is just PlayStation 4 compatible ? my PlayStation 2 discs were getting excited............how big are game installs? What day 1 next generation games are available?......How does the fan sound on heavy intensive gaming?.....does it have a decent video player?...............oh and is my uncle coming to tea because it is late and i'm hungry.
How quiet is the console playing "noisy fan" PS4 games such as God of War or Sekiro?
How much storage do we actually get?
Can you try some of the BC games that have been labelled as "possibly glitchy", for example AC Syndicate? And find what the warning could elude to?
Does the PS5 have a folders system?
@AhabSpampurse To piggyback off one of your queries, I'm wondering how the battery charge indicator looks. It's a super small detail, I know, but just curious as I always disliked that the battery depletion happened in thirds. A percentage indicator would be preferred but I'd settle for just like, 4 bars at least.
I'd like to know if the Pulse 3D headset is as bad as people are saying on Reddit.
Available storage, how long does it take to load GTA 5 campaign and online is there quick resume for more than one game. Does the huge fan provide cooling for the NVme storage expainsion, or do we need to invest SSD with heatsinks?
Hi! As a Brazilian customer, I’d really like to know how to get a camera adaptor for PS4 camera. Sony is being completely silent about this for now
Hi there,
Can you tell us a bit about the BC, and how the new boost function seems to improve PS4 games, especially the recently patched ones.
Of course, most importantly, how does Bloodborne run on PS5 please?
The PS4 limited the external drive to 8TB, is that still the case on the PS5?
@zupertramp "A percentage indicator" That is a good idea.
I want to know if buying an external SSD we'll work the same as if you were to buy an internal SSD
Can you plug and play your PS4 external hdd/ssd? Can you test performances of PS4 games on different type of external drive? Can you test speed of moving games from and to every type of external drive? Finally, can you see if it reads current NVMe as storage?
I also would like to know if by using the PS VR adapter to connect the PS VR to the PS5 why there aren't going to be any PS5 VR games
@get2sammyb Will Dreams be fully working on PS5?
Can you have a primary PS5 AND a primary PS4 at the same time (both able to play digital games offline)? Haven’t seen this bit of info anywhere yet...
What are PS5 fans concerned about?
1. What is the battery life like on the Dualsense? That was my least favorite part of the DualShock4, the appalling battery life.
2. How much free space is available on the internal SSD?
3. I know the USB ports support 10gbs speeds. When using a compatible external SSD how are the load times with BC games? My plan is keep the internal SSD for PS5 titles and use an external SSD for BC games. I won’t expand the internal memory for at least a year and a half to give prices a chance to drop.
4. Is the Pulse 3D worth it? I currently have the TLOU Part II special edition gold headset that I currently use with my Switch for Fortnite. Is it significantly better quality because id rather just save the 100 bucks US.
@get2sammyb I want to know about DRM, and specifically about sharing games with my family, and if they can still use my PS4 to play games I bought once I have a ps5.
@Medic_Alert send why does Walmart have a spot on the PS5 shelves for a 500 gig SSD drive this external
How long do you get out of a single dualsense charge?
I know it has a bigger battery capacity but with its additional tech I’m concerned it’s not going to last any longer than ds4. Is it?
@Medic_Alert 100% this. If you could do a feature playing some PS4 games (Uncharted, God of War, Death Stranding etc.) I would watch it in a heartbeat.
Also interested in external HDD/SSD compatibility for PS4 games. Does it affect improvements (other than obvious slower load times)? If there's a 'quick resume' esque feature, is it compatible with games running off external HDD?
And a speed comparison between external SSD and HDDs for PS4 games!
@b1ackjack The PS5 will only have 664GB of storage on the internal SSD, and that the pre-installed game Astro's Playroom will take up 2.38GB. But like mostly it will VARY but my guess lowest I would imagine being 605gb but between 600-664gb I would say could be higher or lower! No hardrive memory is ever the same.(:
@d0a01xz There probably will be ps5 VR games as Sony still see a market there. But right at this moment they probably aren’t / planning to make any.
Does the UI have any kind of lag similar to the PS4, or is it consistently smooth like butter?
What is the full deal with free upgrades of games from PS4 to PS5 I.e. AC Valhalla, Cyberpunk, etc?
Will the upgrade definitely give us the games as if the PS5 version had been bought or will it be some kind of ‘half-way house’?
If it is the former, how long will the upgrades be available? What is to stop people buying PS4 versions and then upgrading thereby saving £10 or $10 each time?
Can I buy one on release day , a lot of non gamer type people bought one to sell for double the price and a lot of us gamers are going without , wonderful set up
@Medic_Alert The SSD is advertised as 825gb and with OS AND everything else I believe it leaves it with 664gb according to the leaks.
But not every ps5 is going to have 664gb dead on straight out of the box. For example my old ps4 pro had 880gb straight out the box. Now my current ps4 pro last of us edition pro has 872gb so it varies per HD/SSD.
If you get me? 😂
@KnightRider1982 5 hours? Mine took 15 mins
This is awesome, guys! Keep it coming!
@elvisfan1 I thought people were enjoying the Pulse 3D headset? I've seen some positive impressions?
We don't have any of the accessories yet, but we're going to try and get them!
How is the Internet Browser? Does it work with 3D Audio. (Tempest Engine)
1. How is the amp in the dualsense? The dualshock had some trouble powering certain headphones due to its weak amp.
2. Does 3d audio still work if you connect your wired headset to a dongle (connected to usb)?
I'm also curious about the quality of 4K movies. I have a 4K player already, but I opted for the PS5 with the disk drive because $100 US dollars for a 4K Blu-ray player is a really good price. I figure if my standard player ever craps out on me the PS5 will make for a good backup... or will it?
I'd also like to know more about the UI. How fast is it to go from one game to another on average and what is the media tab like?
Thanks!
I want to know wheter you can play Just Dance with new camera and if so, is it more precise than PS4 camera? Thanks
@get2sammyb I've read a lot of negativity about the sound quality over wireless, more specifically with the PS4. Something to do with the virtual surround sound?
How to backward compatible titles like Nioh 2 and Monster Hunter with unlocked framerate modes run?
Is Share Play supported? I know you can picture in picture with another PS5, but can you do that with PS4 as well? Also can they "pass the control" so you can play their game? I use this feature to help family 300 miles away get past tricky bits in games and it would be great to know whether this is still supported.
Oh also can you use picture in picture with media apps? Like have Netflix pinned in a corner while you grind a game?
Cheers!
Will bloodborne load quicker because I’m fed up of dying 9000 times and having to wait to jump back in
@Mad001 that sucks buddy. I’ve heard there’s a limited quantity on release day in stores, but not sure if that’s just the U.K. I hope you get one!
When are we getting the answers?
I would like to know, if wallpaper can be customized in any theme, not only in default theme? (If I can keep icons and sounds, but change wallpaper as on PS3)
Does it run hot?
@get2sammyb But you aren't answering any of the questions 😆 maybe you're doing a separate post and will answer what you're allowed to?
@get2sammyb does it support atmos? Is 3D audio mandatory for ps5 games (in terms of developers having to add this)
OKAY, QUESTIONS WERE PLACED, NOW ANSWERS. ☺️
I'd like to know more about how quickly the media apps and psn store work on the PS5. I feel like they can work a little slow on the current generation.
Also how well put together does the dual sense feel? My biggest concern is that the more complicated tech in the new controller will break down over time (haptic feedback and adaptive triggers won't work as well after extended use). Thanks for the great website!
The customizations to the microarchitecture of both GPU and CPU😂😂
I know it'll never happen but I truly want to know. I don't get why Xbox gets to run with the power narrative when PS5 has shown games that are at least as impressive.
@RenanKJ Same! Do you need the Sony headphones to fully take advantage? That’s what I wanna know.
@Dahewit2 I haven't been able to use my controller yet (no PS5), but just messing about with it, it feels very solid to me so far. I really like the feel of it and it seems sturdy. Time will tell, of course.
I know someone’s already asked but I’d also like to know how I can transfer over all my PS4 screenshots & videos.
But also will the PS5 work with USB splitter cables? Since the PS4 camera will be using up a USB slot with the adapter I’m gonna be one USB short for all my stuff. My PS4 has external HDD, PSVR & the wireless headset dongle that all need USB. Add the PS4 camera to that & I’m one connection short for PS5. If I plug the PS4 camera & the PSVR into one slot with a splitter cable, will they both work?
@AJDarkstar you got a link to this article? Ive been curious about the temps (may need a new tv unit) and couldnt find anything
@get2sammyb Quick Resume details?
How fast does a game copy from a Blu-Ray onto the SSD?
How is the DualSense battery life?
Can you create folders for games etc like you can on PS4?
I'd like to know what media files it can play.
I would like to know if we finally can get rid of NAT problems and have IPv6 support?
How many controllers can connect to the PS5? The PS4 was the first PlayStation to limit it to 4. Is that the same for the PS5?
Can you just plug in your old PS4 Hard Drive and play it that way? Also, did Sony FINALLY add the ability to plug up to two external drives so you can move data back and forth from both(i.e. if upgrading to a bigger hard drive)?
I was gonna ask about "quick resume(3+ games)", but with such a small storage space, having that many games on the ssd at once, might be hard. But does it have some evolved form of "resume" the ps4 has?
How long fast is it to move around the menus in Witcher 3?
Does it support 1440p?
Will my Logitech G29 work on the ps5???
Not really a PS5 question, will the upload times from the PS Store improve this generation?
Hi.
I want to know if you tried any multi-platform game on PS5 and XSX side by side? And what are the results in terms of graphics and performance?
Is there anybody in media that knows about special GPU / hardware features or any WOW factors that are yet to be revealed to the world, like any new Sony's unique invention?
Thanks.
@Medic_Alert Having full RDNA 2 means very little because it doesn't mean that PS5 is missing anything. Those RDNA 2 features would be redundant in PS5 based on all developer accounts and official patents from SIE.
The CU between PS5 and XSX are very different and I just want Sony to lay it all out. I am saying this as a software dev with game dev friends who are telling me that there is more to this than theoretical teraflops.
The way you define "power" is arbitrary. I can come up with a definition as well. There is a reason why they call it the most powerful Xbox now.
@KnightRider1982 The download speed will depend on your internet, as it always has. I've got 100Mb broadband, and it took me about half an hour.
I really would like to understand how loud the ps5 sounds while in operation. Does this sound vary between main menu and an intensive game? Will I hear the jet engine sound like the ps4? How does the sound compare to ps4? Very important to reveal this
Can you set the system to record gameplay footage to an external drive, rather than the internal SSD? If not, is there already space reserved for the recording so you don't lose more when you record?
Any indication as to whether you can shunt PS5 games to an external HDD when the internal storage is full, rather than deleting and re-installing?
Is PS5 any quicker at installing games from disc than PS4?
When you copy media to USB, does it copy at full speed unlike PS4? Can copies be done in the background so you can get on with something else?
Can you install PS4 games on the internal SSD if you wish?
With the system out in 2 weeks, why is some info still embargoed?
@Splat At my house.
Are there any stores mentioning more stock of systems to preorder? Or that they’ll have a supply on launch day? Longshot, I know... but I’ve been trying to find a PS5 or Xbox and haven’t had any luck. I really want to be there for launch day.
How does it smell when you have just taken out of the box?
Are ps4 games played of a USB hard drive boosted in any way ie load times etc or only if they are on the ssd?
@AJDarkstar Cheers. The unconfirmed report had the series x dead on with digital foundry at 62. Wouldnt be surprised if the ps5 was called right as well. Appreciate the reply.
Side note: im gonna be getting a new tv unit
@get2sammyb can you store PS5 games on a USB Storage Device so you can bring them back to the PS5 whenever you want to play without deleting and reinstalling.
@Medic_Alert
Honestly, that's what I was thought in the past few weeks.
Is there any chance that heavily custom architecture of AMD chip which is done by Sony, would make PS5 a better machine for developers in terms of efforts and output for more eye-pleasing, never seen before types of games or more stable ones?
I think I speak for most when I say, what will it be back in stock? Best Buy's website crashed on me enough that I couldn't get a pre-order. I'm still bummed.
@DonJorginho Yes, I believe you can move games back and forth to a external USB drive. Heck, I'm pretty sure you can even play games from the USB drive, it's just going to be limited to how fast drive is.
@Saucymonk Happiness
Would like to know more about the tempest engine... does the sound quality sound better than ps4 pro? Is 3d audio worth the hype?
@TOMBOY25 Why wouldn't it? It uses HDMI. I mean, if your monitor is broken then probably not.
@Jaz007 Dang. These are fantastic questions. Well said.
@razorxkenshin No, it runs games.
@Medic_Alert
That's right.
In my opinion, they tried to create something for opening possibilities to new ways of playing games.
Is PS Now as laggy as always in PS4 Pro, or have they optimized the service as XBox's Game Pass for PS5? Thanks
@B_Lindz Thanks. What makes me want to know how fast the SSD copies a game from disc is because if it’s fast enough and there aren’t many updates, it could really make it easier to work around the SSD’s or mister since if you can take certain gams on and off really quickly.
Has PS Now improved in anyway at all? Or is it identical to how it is performance wise on PS4?
Are animated theme's possible on the PS5 home screen? I'd love to be able to use a video clip from a game as my main screen!
Hi, long time reader - first time poster.
I have been fortunate to get a day 1 pre-order. I am really keen to find out about the PS4 to PS5 upgrades specifically for Miles Morales. I will be trading in my PS4 Pro to help pay for some of PS5. I am also planning on buying Miles on Day1.
My question is can I buy PS4 Miles and then upgrade it to the PS5 version without ever using/activating first on a PS4? Reason is where I am Miles PS4 is $20 cheaper and I can then also lend the game to my brother when I am finished as he will not have a PS5.
It just seems so obvious to me to buy PS4 version and save $20. if as I have read everywhere the PS5 upgrade is free and easy.
thanks and I hope you can provide some clarity on this.
Cheers...
What about the web browser? Does it even have one? If it does what is it like compared to previous gen as the last gen browser was buggy and laggy at the same time. But either way even it doesn't have one I have no complaint but would be nice if it did.
I'd like to know what bright spark at Sony thought that holding out on answering these questions for so long was a good idea!
I know it's not a universal feeling but the possibility of no PS5 VR games and the ongoing embargo on disseminating the most basic information has really has taken the edge off the excitement for me. It makes me feel like they're now holding back because there are issues they'd rather have talked about before people hand over their money. I'm normally an optimist but something just doesn't feel right to me,
Can you now easily send videos to friends in chat like with pictures?
@SJBUK by the way Sammy is talking he sounds very very happy with the Playstation 5.....we are in for a few surprises I think.
When do you think it will be worth to get into the new gen? Within 2 years or earlier?
@KnightRider1982
What speed is your internet? I know the ps4 is slower than what you get, but Surely that's on your internet provider causing you issues, a 25gb patch takes me roughly 15 mins. For comparison I have 500mb fiber.
My questions is: which next next console is better, and why xbox?
@Reddecs
Hi there,
If you buy the disk PS4 Miles Morales, the upgrade to PS5 is free.
You will get the digital PS5 version, but I believe you WILL need to have the PS4 disk in the drive to play it.
So you can lend the disk to your brother so he can play it on his PS4, but then you won't be able to play it on your PS5 at the same time as you will need the disk.
So consider in this case PS4/PS5 is really the same in regards to the game disk. It plays on either system effectively.
I don't know if it's been finalized or if you can talk about it, but how's the storefront on the console? For years I've been using the webstore and wishlist to see what's on sale, but with the recent (god-awful) redesign, that's totally out the window. Is the console storefront more user friendly than the new and terrible webstore/app?
I wonder that if you can play while a DLC or patch is downloading and installing in the background without any need to wait, exit, or reset the game.
When i can get one for real. 😆
How longs is the Warranty on PS5?.
I have questions: ( sorry for my English):
1. If my account activate PS5 as master console, can I still activated my account as master on my PS4?
2. Can I play games using my account on PS5 while my sister use the same account on PS4?
Does Remote Play still exist? If so, does it work with PS Vita or is that dead now?
Does Shareplay still exist for couch-coop with a friend via online?
@Medic_Alert I would like to know about the internal drives and which 1s to look at to purchase.As it is under 3 weeks until PS5 launchs in the UK and I want to know which drive to buy for internal storage ?
@Medic_Alert I think its fine you think it will be the more powerful machine. My point is just that the definition of power is arbitrary. XSX has more TFLOPs and TMU performance. But PS5 is also better in some areas such as pixel fill rate and cache bandwidth.
My point is just that I wish Sony would lay it out there because some of the stuff about PS5 is being kept secret for some reason. Why have we not seen something of UE5 fidelity run on any other consumer hardware yet?
Just over a week to go and still no compatible NVME drives?
Does its Netflix app support 4k and atmos sound....thanks in advance.
I’d like to know when the hell I’m going to be able to get my hands one to purchase. These companies need to set a limit on how many consoles can be purchased at a time going forward to prevent scalpers.
@Futureshark
Thanks for the response - that is exactly how I think / hope it works. It just seems so obvious a way to save $20 that I can't believe Sony would not do something to stop it.
As I am buying disc based I see no benefit at all in buying the PS5 disc version of Miles. Both will still need to be in drive to play but one is $20 cheaper. So where there is a free upgrade always seems sensible to buy the, likely cheaper, PS4 version!
All very interesting!
Do you have any idea about the surprises Digital Foundry was talking about?
At this point all I want to know is whether I will get it on launch date or not. I got that email from Amazon saying it might be after launch when I receive it. Hoping they just sent those emails out to save their @$$ just in case something happens.
@Medic_Alert thanks mate.
When will Sony stop giving them away to people and let me pay them for one?
Want to know about the expandable storage. Have you tried different options? I know you might not be able to say. But a yes or no if available options work.
Far too many things... here’s a few:
1. internal
2. External nvme in enclosure I.e. is the 10gbps USB useful in practice
3. external ssd
4. external HDD
I could go on and on but that’s enough for now
I want to experience most of it for myself but I would like to know if it really is quiet under a heavy strain and does it stay cool?
Oh, one more thing, how much usable space on hard drive?
@Dobbos YES! I meant to ask about that, as well. Just in general (for me), can the PS5 apps stream in 4k UHD? Not just Netflix, but YouTube, VUDU (I assume it's coming), Amazon, Disney+, etc?
@Welsh_Will Yes please, I'm looking for the answer to this as well (since I'm hanging onto the PS4/Pro and will use it from time to time when PS5 is in use)
I want to known WHEN will the PS5 be ready availble to everyone and WHEN will we see a black version or special editions ??????
@graysoncharles very silent doesn't mean much I'm wondering about volume of noise in decibels or in percentile comparison to ps4. HOW MUCH QUIETER.
@get2sammyb How about whether or not the PS5 will support 1440p monitors? Because lets be honest, 4k@120hz is a pipe dream and I would much rather have 1440p@120hz over 4k/60hz and 1080p/120hz. Plus having 1440p will make consoles more competitive in FPS shooters like CoD that have crossplay against PCs with uncapped frame rates.
Is there remote play on psvita?
@gingerfrog
The speed that I'm supposed to be getting is 11mbps.
Wirelessly, the speed drops to 5mbps, if I use Wired, then the speed increases to above 12mbps, depending on which speed test service I use.
I want to know when they are going to discontinue the ps5 and announce the ps6
@AJDarkstar my kid has the xbox for christmas so that'll be fine but my current unit, while it will hold the PS5, it has a closed back gonna pick one up thats open to keep that air flowing
@PhantomMenace84 hey thanks for the reply. I realise sony have sorta answered some of these - It seems in the quest for relative brevity in what was a long post my questions were worded poorly (also don’t post at 1am!) - I was wondering more about the expectation v reality. E.g.
@AJDarkstar Beat you to it my PS4 2TB drive is already full. It would be such a ball ache to upgrade to a 4TB drive and copy everything off the 2TB onto the 4TB wouldnt it.
@get2sammyb
1. Do you need to activate the console via Internet on the first boot or it is the same as PS4? Boot > insert disc > install > play?
2. Do you need to download the Backwards Compatibility games that are on Dics (like on the Xbox One) or you can just install them from the disc and play?
That is a ALL I need to know. It is mostly connected to Internet connection requirements.
@get2sammyb I would like to know roughly how long it took to transfer all your data from PS4 (Pro) to PS5? Did you do it over your router or by cable, the reason for asking is I want to know how long I will have to wait from getting it out of the box to to transferring the data and actually playing!
Here goes, hoping any one of these can get answered! @get2sammyb
1. Is the account setup the same as on PS4 e.g. one Primary account and various Secondary accounts? If so can the games still be shared on a PS5 between users?
2. Can captured screenshots/videos be transferred from PS4 to PS5? Would love to make use of the new editing tools
3. How does backwards compatibility work on online multiplayer? As in are you just accessing the same multiplayer servers as the PS4 or is it a separate PS5 server.
Thanks alot
Are the dates of the embargos under embargo as well?
@KnightRider1982
Then having a ps5 unfortunately won't increase your download speed if you internet provider is getting you 11mbs that's the speed you'll download at. Your internet provider is the bottle neck causing you slow download issues. A change to PS5 will achieve no difference to the speed you can download a game
PS4 does not support USB hub for External Harddrive.
Do PS5 support USB Hub and hard drive or must it be direct attached ?
@KeldorTheCursed yes I'm interested in Atmos capabilities as my 4k tv only does 5.1 sound. So I hope I can stream Netflix from the Ps5 through my amp to pick up Atmos.
Can we transfer a game from a PS4 to PS5 via USB drive? Asking as I'd like to try it with PT!
Can i have my preorder 10 days early? 😇
Is there a difference in the 3d Audio quality when using in ears, on ears or over ears?
@get2sammyb
wow, talk about opening Pandora's Box!!
You going to answer this Tsunami of questions Sammy? Looks like you may have to put this week as 'busy'! haha!
Will all PS4 games run on PS5? If I fire up Fallout 76 on a PS5 will it work as it should, will there be any improvements, even if Bethesda doesn't update it?
What are the installation from disc times? Are they improved or remain the same?
Are the thumb sticks grippy like the Xbox one or more like DualShock 4?
I have a External drive (USB), PSVR (USB), Headphone Dongle (USB), PS4 camera adaptor (now USB).
So that's 4 USB-A connections, and I can only see 3 USB slots on the PS5, so some sort of USB splitter will be needed.
Can you recommend one that will work please?
So, What deficiencies will I see if playing on a regular HDMI 2.0 link with no Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and No Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM)
I really don't care about 4k - 120
@Philbop thanks bud I was lucky to get a series X so I should be grand for the year til things calm down , I'm a gears of war fan to lol
Maybe its a silly question, but with all the buzz around dualsense, which sounds amazing. If I plug headphones in am I going to lose the whole dualsense sense experience, the sound coming from the controller?
Can i have a PS5 for free, if I promise to treat it with care, and play with it often?
Does the primary/secondary settings related to accounts still work the same? What I actually mean is: will my brother and I still be able to share an account?
@get2sammyb How does it treat 1440p displays? does it upscale from 1080P (Boo!) or use 4k to supersample down to 1440p (yay!)?
@Mad001 gears is awesome, I got a series x pre order too, so can’t wait for more gears of war!
Does it blow like a jet about to take off like the ps4 pro.
Playing the division 2 you cant hear anything but a jet about to take off it makes it go crazy.
How many and what of ps4 game discs will work on ps5.
thats about it.
I may have answered my own connections question from earlier.
The PSVR connects to my PS4 from a USB-C on the PSVR box to a USB-A on the front of my Pro.
So I can change the cable to a USB-C to C cable and connect to the little USB-C socket on the front of the PS5.
Leaving 3 USB-A sockets for the external drive, the PSVR camera (with USB-A adaptor) and the headset dongle for the front.
I'll just have to charge the Dualsense via a USB charger plugged into the wall instead.
I want to know how easy it is to replace the side panels. Maybe a video showing you removing them and replacing them with custom ones. So far only solid colour panels are available but I picture a lovely Demon's Souls or Bloodborne ps5 in my future.
On the UI video from Sony they launched quickly from sackboy to another game super fast. What I would like to know is does this only work with digital titles or disc games, and do you need the disc in to play after you load it into the PS5.
Can PS5 games be archived on an etermal hhd?
GAME, Argos and Smyths have said that those who pre ordered the PS5, will be allowed to collect it in stores.
https://metro.co.uk/2020/11/02/game-stores-will-allow-collection-of-ps5-and-xbox-series-during-lockdown-13522240/?ico=more_text_links
You can also use the DualSense Controller on the PS4 (via 8bit do adapter), PS3 and the Switch:
https://metro.co.uk/2020/11/02/ps5-dualsense-controller-works-on-ps4-ps3-nintendo-switch-13522351/
@PhantomMenace84 without timing it I guess I get 3-4 hours out of it. Always have. I wondered if I had a bit of a dud battery in mine originally but then saw other people saying theirs was short also.
I think my problem comes from my expectation of past controllers. For example even the wave bird from nearly 20 ago massively outlasted the ds4. 360 controller the same and now compared to the switch pro controller ds4 still comes out miles behind.
What I am looking for is external storage that is used just for transferring the games to the SSD with good speed. I don't mind having to wait 10 minutes to transfer a game and I don't think the convenience of not having to do so by expanding the SSD is worth twice the money for half the storage.
Specifically it would be nice to be recommended a 1-2 TB external drive for this purpose, with the transfer speeds making it possible to send 100 GB in under 10 minutes, for under 100 dollars.
Where is the general background theme on the homescreen (y’know the one with particle effects & all we see at the startup screen) if that makes any sense?
I mean the PS4 has the blue background with waves by default...but from what i’ve seen the PS5 just changes the background to each games cover art when you hover over it on the homescreen, am I just missing something or have we not seen it yet on the homescreen
PS5 themes, do they exist? I noticed that the Doritos campaign in the UK is awarding a PS4 theme as one of the prizes. I thought that was a bit odd, considering it’s a competition about PS5.
Since the game help videos feature is a PS+ perk, does that you mean you need to be online to view them? Namely, are they installed as part of the game or streamed from the web?
If you wanted the HDMI 2.1 benefits, and you have an HDMI 2.1 TV, and an HDMI 2.1 cable, and an HDMI 2.1 benefetting videogame but you have a PSVR box between your PS5 and your TV, do you lose out on the HDMI 2.1 effects (i'm talking about playing non-VR games)? Even if you have two HDMI 2.1 cables to/from PS5<-->PSVR<-->TV. In other words, when playing non-VR games, am I going to have to reconfigure cables to leave out the PSVR box?
Can i play my xbox games on the ps5?
@get2sammyb
I want you guys to compare same games: PS4 install size vs. install size on the PS5 (PS5 version)
My point is, does companies do their best to optimize for PS5 or are they lazy and waste our precious SSD space with bloatware games ? Crossgen games like Dirt5, AC Valhalla and Spiderman M:M should be great games to compare on PS4 vs PS5 storage space.
@BansheeNorn
Of course you can. Just print a 65" (or how big TV you got) Halo picture and glue it on your TV. Now you're set, play Halo as much as you want with your ps5.. /s
As a gamer, and also a parent, I'd like to know if there are any parental controls on the PS5. Can I set limits on what ratings my kiddos can play and watch? Can I set overall time limits for play? Thanks!
Will the Ps5 do Atmos pass through?
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