Sony has confirmed that the PlayStation 5 Pro (PS5 Pro) won’t be coming to India due to regulatory limitations. In an official statement shared with FE.com, Sony explained that the PS5 Pro uses the 6GHz wireless band under IEEE 802.11be (Wi-Fi 7), which is currently restricted in India. Consequently, the upgraded console will not be available in the country for now.
The PS5 Pro, which launched globally on November 7, offers a substantial performance boost over the standard PS5. Key upgrades include a 67 percent faster GPU, enhanced memory, and AI-driven upscaling through Sony’s Spectral Super Resolution. The device also packs 2TB of storage. Another highlight of the PS5 Pro is its improved ray tracing capability, providing more realistic lighting and shadow effects for a truly immersive gaming experience. Priced at $699.99 (around RS 59,000), the PS5 Pro has been eagerly awaited by gaming enthusiasts worldwide, but Indian fans will have to wait or settle for alternatives.
“PS5 Pro will not be available in some countries (which presently includes India) where 6GHz wireless band used in IEEE 802.11be (Wi-Fi 7) has not yet been allowed,” Sony said.
PlayStation 5 30th Anniversary Limited Edition coming to India
Meanwhile, Sony is releasing the PlayStation 5 30th Anniversary Limited Edition collection bundle in India. The special edition PS5 Digital console will be available for Rs 49,999 starting November 21, 2024. The console’s exclusive design and branding celebrate three decades of PlayStation’s impact on the gaming industry.
Alongside the console, Sony is also launching special accessories. The 30th Anniversary Limited Edition controller will retail for Rs 6,849, while the DualSense Edge Limited Edition controller is priced at Rs 20,999. Additionally, the PS Portal 30th Anniversary Limited Edition will be available for Rs 20,799. Pre-orders for these items have already started on Amazon India.
Sony’s announcement might disappoint Indian fans who were looking forward to the PS5 Pro, but Sony would be hoping the release of the 30th Anniversary collection helps offset some of the blow for PlayStation enthusiasts in India.
