The PS5 Pro will be delivered without a drive. But can you install a drive, and what would that cost? MeinMMO explains the details, and you won’t like them.
How will the PS5 Pro be delivered? A DualSense Wireless Controller and a copy of Astro’s Playroom are pre-installed with every purchase of the PS5 Pro. The PS5 Pro is available as a console without a drive, with the disc drive for the PS5 being sold separately.
What is the cost of the drive? Officially, you can purchase the BluRay drive for the PS5 for 119.99 euros either directly from Sony or from a participating retailer. Sony is following the system of the Slim series of the PS5.
Can you buy a PS5 Pro with a drive? At the current time (as of September 11, 2024), this is not contemplated by Sony. Currently, you can only order the PS5 Pro without a drive and then purchase a drive separately.
If Sony offers a complete set with a drive or if anything changes, you can read about it directly with us at MeinMMO.
920 euros if you want the PS5 Pro with a drive
How much do I have to pay for the PS5 Pro with a drive? Currently, you need to pay about more than 900 euros if you want to use a drive with the PS5 Pro:
- PS5 Pro (799 euros) + BluRay drive (119.99) = 920 euros
Can you already pre-order the PS5? No, currently that is not possible yet. Pre-orders for the PS5 Pro start on September 26, 2024, at PlayStation Direct and from all participating retailers. There are officially no restrictions due to Corona, but it is unknown how many people really want to buy a PS5 Pro at release. With such a high price, even a gaming PC seems more appealing compared to the PS5 Pro.
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