Scorpio Power
The PS4 Pro’s specs were revealed shortly after the console itself and they’re pretty impressive. It’s a decent jump over the standard PS4, so fans can definitely expect a bit of bang for their buck. However, after comparing what we know about the Pro to what we know about the Scorpio, one thing jumped out. The Scorpio will be a substantially more powerful machine when it finally does hit store shelves.
That can translate into a number of different things, with one of the more standout factors being native 4K. This isn’t to say that the upgraded PlayStation won’t have any native 4K, but it’s already known that a lot of the games will actually be upscaled. On top of that, both will be pushing VR, and the Scorpio’s higher power can help to make the experience a bit more enjoyable. Anyone who’s used a PSVR with the standard PS4 knows that the graininess can be sometimes sickening, which is why some are looking to the Pro in the first place. It seems like Microsoft is trying to solve that issue the first time, rather than split experiences.
Also, Microsoft has been pushing the Play Anywhere initiative since June, offering players options of where they want to enjoy their games. For the time being, the most obvious answer appears to be PC, as there is more power to be enjoyed there. A lot of fans, present company included, wondered if Microsoft was shooting themselves in the foot, but it seems like the Scorpio brings that balance between consoles and PCs, making the choice a bit more substantial.
