Destiny 2 — PS5 & PS5 Pro performance
Technical analysis last updated
Destiny 2 represents a major generation leap on PlayStation hardware. While PS4 and PS4 Pro are locked to 30fps with aggressive resolution scaling, PS5 doubles performance to a consistent 60fps at dynamic 4K resolution. Furthermore, PS5 introduces a high frame-rate 120Hz mode at 1440p in Crucible PvP, along with FOV slider support, providing a significant competitive advantage over last-generation platforms. For existing PS4 players, upgrading to PS5 offers a transformative increase in responsiveness and clarity.
Graphics modes on PlayStation 5
Destiny 2 runs impressively on PS5, offering a stable 60fps at 4K in general gameplay with minimal dynamic resolution drops. The addition of a 120Hz mode for Crucible PvP boosts responsiveness, though heavy Super move activity in modes like Iron Banner can drop frame rates into the 80-90fps range.
Standard Mode
PS5UnverifiedResolves at a native 3840x2160 in the vast majority of test shots, with dynamic resolution scaling dropping to a rare minimum of 2560x2160.
Crucible 120Hz Mode
PS5UnverifiedTargets 1440p output with horizontal dynamic resolution scaling dropping to a minimum of 1520x1440.
PS5 vs PS5 Pro
Side-by-side comparison of graphics modes, resolution and technical features.
A side-by-side comparison requires verified graphics-mode data on both PS5 and PS5 Pro. It appears here as soon as both versions are analysed.
Known issues
We haven't documented technical issues for this title yet — this doesn't mean the game is bug-free.
Video analysis
Independent technical videos referenced in our analysis.
Bungie confirms Destiny 2's support on PS4 Pro continues to target 30fps, leaving PC the only exponent of 60fps playback.
How to boost fps in Destiny 2 on PS5 and Xbox Series X? In this guide, I show you the best settings for Destiny 2 to increase fps on PS5 ...
The original Destiny was a completely locked 30 frames per second on PS4 and indeed Xbox one and how does the performance look on this one?
Destiny 2 - PS4 Pro Vs PS5 Load Time Comparison In this video I will show you the Load Times Comparison between PS4 Pro / PS5.
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Destiny 2 frame rate test showing the framerate/fps on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. This test is using the 60hz mode which is the only mode ...
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- UnverifiedDestiny 2 on PS5 delivers a major performance upgrade over last-gen consoles, running general gameplay at 60fps in native 4K alongside an optional 120Hz mode targeting 1440p in Crucible PvP.Digital Foundry2021-01-08
Destiny 2 on PS5 delivers a major performance upgrade over last-gen consoles, running general gameplay at 60fps in native 4K alongside an optional 120Hz mode targeting 1440p in Crucible PvP.
Open source - UnverifiedDigital Foundry preview of Destiny 2 based on an E3 PC build running at 4K 60fps, noting that the PS4 Pro version aims for 4K output with capped frame rates.Digital Foundry2017-06-15
Digital Foundry preview of Destiny 2 based on an E3 PC build running at 4K 60fps, noting that the PS4 Pro version aims for 4K output with capped frame rates.
Open source - UnverifiedRainbow Six Siege on PS5 features two primary options: a Resolution mode targeting 4K visuals at 60 FPS and an enhanced Performance mode targeting 120 FPS, along with faster load times and DualSense fPlayStation Blog
Destiny 2 on PS5 features 4K resolution targeting 60 FPS along with an enhanced performance mode targeting 120 FPS and reduced load times.
Open source - UnverifiedDigital Foundry analysis indicates Destiny 2 runs on PS5 with a highly consistent 60 fps target, demonstrating slightly better frame-rate stability than competing next-gen hardware.GameSpot
Digital Foundry analysis indicates Destiny 2 runs on PS5 with a highly consistent 60 fps target, demonstrating slightly better frame-rate stability than competing next-gen hardware.
Open source
Frequently asked
Answers built from the verified data on this page.
What frame rate does Destiny 2 run at on PS5?
On PS5, Destiny 2 offers 2 graphics modes: Standard Mode targets 60 FPS at 4K; Crucible 120Hz Mode targets 120 FPS at 1440p.
Does Destiny 2 support 120 Hz on PlayStation?
Yes. Crucible 120Hz Mode on PS5 runs with 120 Hz output on a compatible display.
What is the PSFoundry Score of Destiny 2?
Destiny 2 scores 75/100 on PS5. 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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