Q: What type of buttons are on the front of PS4 Pro? (Updated)
The buttons are mechanical.
Q: Is there anything else I should know if I own both PS VR and PS4 Pro, and a 4K TV? (Updated)
If you’re playing a normal, non-VR game on your PS4 Pro, PS VR’s Processor Unit will output a 4K signal to a 4K TV — but in the YUV420 format only. The Processor Unit does not support HDR pass-through, so you will need to plug your PS4 Pro directly into your TV (bypassing the Processor Unit) to view HDR content[YT2] .
Q: Can I use my PS4 Pro as a “second” primary account? (Updated)
No, you can only choose one PS4 device to be your primary account.
Q: Can I install a new hard drive in my PS4 Pro? (Updated)
Yes. As with both models of the standard PS4, you can replace PS4 Pro’s stock 1TB, 5400RPM hard drive relatively quickly and easily using just a Phillips head screwdriver. You will need to select a 2.5” (laptop PC sized) hard drive that is no more than 9.5mm thick.
Q: Are there any other changes to PS4 Pro’s hard drive interface? (Updated)
Yes, PS4 Pro supports the faster SATA-III specification.
Q: Do 4K TVs suffer from increased input lag? (Updated)
Not necessarily, but the phenomenon known as “input latency” or “input lag” may be an important consideration if you are considering buying a new TV to be used with gaming. The amount of latency differs by TV.
Many TVs feature a “Game Mode” or the like in order to reduce this latency as much as possible, but this performance can vary (i.e. by deactivating special features like HDR). If possible, try to test out a new TV before buying it, connecting your PS4 or PS4 Pro to get a sense of its overall gaming performance. In-depth professional reviews or user reviews can also be valuable.
Q: Can I use an external HDD with PS4 Pro? (Updated)
As with the standard PS4, PS4 Pro does not support external HDDs for storing game files, but you can use it for storing a system backup, media storage, or save files.
Q: Does PS4 Pro support rendering in full, native 4K? (Updated)
Yes. While PS4 Pro supports outputting a native 4K signal, many developers are leveraging powerful rendering technologies including a process called “checkerboard rendering” to best balance the heightened clarity of a native 4K signal with other rich graphical features and a smooth performance profile.