The PS5 Pro just got a real price cut, and it changes the game. I can confirm a 100 dollar discount on the PS5 Pro is live today across major retailers, with some PS5 bundles also dropping in price for the holiday finish. If you planned to upgrade, this is the moment. If you are gifting, set an alarm. Stock is moving and some stores are already flagging low inventory.
What just happened
The PS5 Pro is Sony’s higher performance PlayStation 5. It targets steadier 4K, cleaner ray tracing, and faster frame rates in supported titles. With 100 dollars off, the gap between the base PS5 and the Pro tightens. That is exactly why this deal matters. For many buyers, that smaller gap tips the scale.
I checked listings this morning. The sale price is live at PlayStation Direct and the usual big box names. Expect the discount to end late tonight, local time, and some stores are limiting one per customer. Store pickup is your safest bet if you need it before the holiday.
Avoid marketplace sellers. Stick to first party retailer listings to ensure warranty and easy returns.
What the Pro changes in play
Let’s talk feel, not charts. On a 4K TV, the Pro holds 60 frames per second more often in performance modes. It also cleans up busy scenes that make the base PS5 wobble. Ray tracing looks nicer where games support it, with fewer drops. If you have a 120 Hz display, the Pro makes those high frame rate modes more realistic in big shooters and racers.
Load times stay quick on both systems. The Pro’s edge shows up in image stability and headroom for future patches. Players who bounce between performance and quality modes will notice fewer trade offs. Fans of story games will still love the base PS5. Competitive players will feel the Pro’s extra muscle on day one.
Where to grab the deal
Retailers with live discounts as of this writing include PlayStation Direct, Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, Target, and GameStop. Availability shifts by region and time of day. Some stores are offering bundles with a game or extra DualSense, which can stretch the value. Watch shipping cutoffs if you need it under the tree. In many areas, same day or next day pickup is available until stores close.
Use price match. If you see the Pro at full price in store, ask a rep to match the live online promo.
Before you click buy, do these quick checks:
- Confirm your TV supports 4K 120 Hz or variable refresh rate
- Pick the storage plan, either an extra NVMe drive now or later
- Check return windows, some holiday returns extend into January
- Make sure you are buying the Pro model, not a discounted base PS5
Should you upgrade or wait
If you are buying your first PlayStation 5, the Pro at 100 dollars off is the smart pick for performance minded players. It gives you stronger long term legs. If you already own a base PS5 and play mostly single player games at 30 or 60 frames per second, you can wait. Your experience is still excellent.
For streamers, esports grinders, and anyone with a 120 Hz screen, the Pro is a real upgrade. It keeps frames steadier and visuals cleaner during chaotic moments. For families, the base PS5 on sale still makes sense if you want the lowest price and you do not care about high refresh modes.
One more factor is the game slate. Big multiplatform hits keep adding Pro aware modes. The base system plays them all. The Pro just handles the heavy scenes with more headroom. That matters most in shooters, racers, and action RPGs with lots of effects on screen.
Final call
This is a rare price drop that actually affects the buy or wait choice. With 100 dollars off, the PS5 Pro becomes the default pick for new buyers who value smooth 4K and future proofing. Stock is moving, and timing is tight, so lock in pickup if you can. If you already have a base PS5 and you are happy with 60 frames per second, you can sit tight. For everyone chasing higher frames and cleaner ray tracing, the Pro at this price is the move. Wrap it, plug it in, and let it cook.
