Apex Legends — PS5 & PS5 Pro performance
Technical analysis last updated
On PlayStation 5 Apex Legends runs a native next-gen client at dynamic 4K with a 60fps target, and since the 120Hz update it also offers an optional high frame-rate mode that pushes up to 120fps at a lower dynamic resolution on a 120Hz display. For a competitive shooter that second option is the one that matters: input feels markedly crisper and tracking is easier, at the cost of a softer image. PS5 Pro adds nothing on top - there is no Pro patch, so it simply runs the PS5 client. On PS4 the game targets 1080p and 60fps but drops frames in busy end-game fights.
Graphics modes on PlayStation 5 Pro
The native PS5 client runs at dynamic 4K/60fps and, since the 120Hz update, can push up to 120fps at a lower dynamic resolution - the mode competitive players should use.
120Hz
PS5 ProUnverifiedResolution drops to a dynamic 1440p to sustain the higher frame rate.
Standard
PS5 ProUnverifiedDynamic 4K on the native PS5 client.
Graphics modes on PlayStation 5
The native PS5 client runs at dynamic 4K/60fps and, since the 120Hz update, can push up to 120fps at a lower dynamic resolution - the mode competitive players should use.
120Hz
PS5UnverifiedResolution drops to a dynamic 1440p to sustain the higher frame rate.
Standard
PS5UnverifiedDynamic 4K on the native PS5 client.
PS5 vs PS5 Pro
Side-by-side comparison of graphics modes, resolution and technical features.
No PS5 Pro-specific patch: the PS5 client, including the 120Hz mode, runs unchanged on Pro.
| Metric | PS5 | PS5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| PSFoundry Score | 73Good | 73Good |
| Recommended mode | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Modes available | 2 | 2 |
| Highest target FPS | 120 | 120 |
| Highest verified capability | 120 fps target | 120 fps target |
| PSSR | No | No |
| Ray tracing | No | No |
| VRR | Yes | Yes |
| 120 Hz support | Yes | Yes |
| PS5 Pro Enhanced | No | No |
- PSFoundry Score
- 73Good
- Recommended mode
- 120Hz
- Modes available
- 2
- Highest target FPS
- 120
- Highest verified capability
- 120 fps target
- PSSR
- No
- Ray tracing
- No
- VRR
- Yes
- 120 Hz support
- Yes
- PS5 Pro Enhanced
- No
- PSFoundry Score
- 73Good
- Recommended mode
- 120Hz
- Modes available
- 2
- Highest target FPS
- 120
- Highest verified capability
- 120 fps target
- PSSR
- No
- Ray tracing
- No
- VRR
- Yes
- 120 Hz support
- Yes
- PS5 Pro Enhanced
- No
Known issues
We haven't documented technical issues for this title yet — this doesn't mean the game is bug-free.
Video analysis
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- UnverifiedApex Legends 120Hz mode arrives on PS5 and Xbox Series X|SElectronic Arts2024-02-13
PS5 supports an optional 120Hz mode with dynamic resolution, alongside the default dynamic 4K 60fps mode.
Open source
Frequently asked
Answers built from the verified data on this page.
What frame rate does Apex Legends run at on PS5 Pro?
On PS5 Pro, Apex Legends offers 2 graphics modes: Standard targets 60 FPS at 4K; 120Hz targets 120 FPS at 1440p.
What frame rate does Apex Legends run at on PS5?
On PS5, Apex Legends offers 2 graphics modes: Standard targets 60 FPS at 4K; 120Hz targets 120 FPS at 1440p.
Does Apex Legends support 120 Hz on PlayStation?
Yes. 120Hz on PS5 Pro, 120Hz on PS5 run with 120 Hz output on a compatible display.
Is Apex Legends worth playing on PS5 Pro?
No PS5 Pro-specific patch: the PS5 client, including the 120Hz mode, runs unchanged on Pro.
What is the best graphics mode for Apex Legends on PS5 Pro?
Best overall balance: 120Hz — 120Hz targets 120 FPS at 1440p.
What is the PSFoundry Score of Apex Legends?
Apex Legends scores 73/100 on PS5 Pro. The PSFoundry Score measures technical performance only — frame rate, image quality, graphics modes, visual features, responsiveness, loading and stability — not how good the game is.
Patch history
Only updates that changed graphics modes, resolution, frame rate or visual features.
We only log updates with a documented effect on graphics modes, resolution, frame rate or visual features. None have been verified for this title yet.
The players' verdict
Recent player impressions of how the game runs on PS5 and PS5 Pro.
We publish player impressions from Reddit, ResetEra and specialist forums only when they discuss how the game actually runs. They never affect the PSFoundry Score.
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