PS5 Introduces Free Graphics Upgrade with QSSR Technology
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Sony's new Quick Spectral Super Resolution (QSSR) technology is set to enhance graphics on standard PS5 consoles, enabling sharper visuals in supported games like Marvel’s Wolverine and Ghost of Yotei. However, comparisons with the PS5 Pro's PSSR reveal limitations in image quality improvements.
Enhanced Graphics for Standard PS5
Owners of standard PlayStation 5 consoles can soon enjoy improved graphics without needing to upgrade to the Pro model. Sony's new upscaling technology, Quick Spectral Super Resolution (QSSR), is already implemented in titles such as Marvel’s Wolverine and Ghost of Yotei.
What is QSSR?
QSSR is designed to enhance image clarity by upscaling lower resolution images to higher outputs. This technology aims to address issues like blurriness and flickering in fine details, which have been noticeable even on the PS5. According to Mike Fitzgerald, Technical Director at Insomniac Games, QSSR provides greater clarity and stability in environments, revealing more details in complex scenes.
Performance Insights
Digital Foundry has conducted tests on QSSR, particularly praising the significant improvements seen in Marvel’s Wolverine. They noted that QSSR provides better image stability and retains more detail compared to previous methods. However, improvements in Ghost of Yotei were less pronounced due to its already high image quality.
Limitations Compared to PS5 Pro
While QSSR enhances visuals on the standard PS5, it does not match the quality of the PS5 Pro's more advanced PSSR. Digital Foundry highlighted a noticeable gap in image quality between the two versions when tested on the same titles. As of now, QSSR is limited to the two mentioned games, and it remains uncertain whether it will be expanded to other titles in the future.
Sony has yet to clarify if QSSR is linked to a recent PS5 system update, which focused on performance and stability improvements. For now, QSSR represents an exciting development for standard PS5 users, but the full extent of its implementation across the platform is still to be determined.