Pragmata — PS5 & PS5 Pro performance
Technical analysis last updated
Pragmata targets 60fps across PS5 and PS5 Pro. Base PS5 runs at 1080p internal resolution using FSR upscaling with ray-traced reflections, alongside a niche 1440p quality mode with reduced performance. PS5 Pro initially rendered at a lower 864p internal resolution, but patch 1.21 elevates it to 1080p, matching base PS5 while using PSSR for superior visual clarity and cleaner edge anti-aliasing. PS5 Pro also delivers the most consistent 60fps output on console, making it the definitive platform to play the game.
Graphics modes on PlayStation 5 Pro
Latest analysed patch: 1.21
On PS5 Pro, patch 1.21 boosts internal resolution to 1080p, bringing image clarity and ray-traced reflection detail up to par with base PS5 while retaining PSSR upscaling. Performance generally locks to 60fps, with minor drops limited to heavy cutscenes and intense combat.
Patch 1.21 upgrades internal rendering resolution from 864p to 1080p in the 60fps mode while retaining PSSR upscaling and ray-traced reflections.
60fps Mode
PS5 ProUnverifiedPatch 1.21 increases internal rendering resolution from 864p to 1080p, resolving previous RT reflection resolution issues and improving geometric edges.
Quality Mode
PS5 ProUnverifiedEngages a 1440p resolution mode on base PS5.
Graphics modes on PlayStation 5
Base PS5 runs at a native 1080p internal resolution in its 60fps mode using FSR upscaling and ray-traced reflections. A 1440p quality mode is also available, though it suffers from noticeable frame-rate drops.
60fps Mode
PS5UnverifiedRenders at 1080p internal resolution using FSR upscaling and ray-traced reflections.
Quality Mode
PS5UnverifiedEngages a 1440p resolution mode on base PS5.
PS5 vs PS5 Pro
Side-by-side comparison of graphics modes, resolution and technical features.
Patch 1.21 rectifies the PS5 Pro's previous internal resolution deficit by upgrading it from 864p to 1080p. Combined with PSSR upscaling, higher-quality RT reflections, and superior 60fps frame-rate stability, the PS5 Pro provides the best overall experience on console.
| Metric | PS5 | PS5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| PSFoundry Score | 79Good | 75Good |
| Recommended mode | 60fps Mode | 60fps Mode |
| Modes available | 2 | 2 |
| Highest target FPS | 60 | 60 |
| Highest verified capability | 60 fps target | 60 fps target |
| PSSR | No | Yes |
| Ray tracing | Yes | Yes |
| VRR | Yes | Yes |
| 120 Hz support | No | No |
| PS5 Pro Enhanced | No | Yes |
- PSFoundry Score
- 79Good
- Recommended mode
- 60fps Mode
- Modes available
- 2
- Highest target FPS
- 60
- Highest verified capability
- 60 fps target
- PSSR
- No
- Ray tracing
- Yes
- VRR
- Yes
- 120 Hz support
- No
- PS5 Pro Enhanced
- No
- PSFoundry Score
- 75Good
- Recommended mode
- 60fps Mode
- Modes available
- 2
- Highest target FPS
- 60
- Highest verified capability
- 60 fps target
- PSSR
- Yes
- Ray tracing
- Yes
- VRR
- Yes
- 120 Hz support
- No
- PS5 Pro Enhanced
- Yes
Known issues
Frame rate dips below 60fps occur in cutscenes with complex hair rendering and during heavy combat sequences.
Transferring a save file created on PS5 Pro to a standard PS5 forces the game to render at native 1440p instead of 1080p, resulting in significant framerate drops down to 42fps.
Standard PS5 uses FSR 1 spatial upscaling from 1080p, resulting in rough image quality across all modes.
Ray-traced reflections on PS5 Pro appear blurrier than on base PS5 due to lower internal render resolution (864p).
Video analysis
Independent technical videos referenced in our analysis.
Pragmata - PS5/PS5 Pro/Xbox Series X|S Tech Review - Another Big PS5 Pro Success. @DigitalFoundry5.2K likes141K views3 months ago more.
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Sources and verification
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- UnverifiedPragmata update 1.21 increases the PS5 Pro internal rendering resolution from 864p to 1080p in its 60fps mode, matching base PS5 while utilizing PSSR upscaling for enhanced visual clarity and ray-tracDigital Foundry2026-05-06
Pragmata update 1.21 increases the PS5 Pro internal rendering resolution from 864p to 1080p in its 60fps mode, matching base PS5 while utilizing PSSR upscaling for enhanced visual clarity and ray-traced reflection resolution.
Open source - UnverifiedDigital Foundry examines Pragmata on PlayStation 5, focusing on its standard 1080p FSR 1 modes and an unsupported bug where importing a PS5 Pro cloud save forces base PS5 hardware to render natively aDigital Foundry2026-04-22
Digital Foundry examines Pragmata on PlayStation 5, focusing on its standard 1080p FSR 1 modes and an unsupported bug where importing a PS5 Pro cloud save forces base PS5 hardware to render natively at 1440p.
Open source - UnverifiedTechnical analysis of Pragmata on PS5 and PS5 Pro, examining output resolution, PSSR vs FSR 1 upscaling, ray tracing features, and 120Hz frame rate modes.Digital Foundry2026-04-19
Technical analysis of Pragmata on PS5 and PS5 Pro, examining output resolution, PSSR vs FSR 1 upscaling, ray tracing features, and 120Hz frame rate modes.
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Frequently asked
Answers built from the verified data on this page.
What frame rate does Pragmata run at on PS5 Pro?
On PS5 Pro, Pragmata offers 1 graphics mode: 60fps Mode targets 60 FPS.
What frame rate does Pragmata run at on PS5?
On PS5, Pragmata offers 1 graphics mode: 60fps Mode targets 60 FPS.
Does Pragmata use PSSR on PS5 Pro?
Yes. At least one PS5 Pro graphics mode of Pragmata uses PSSR, Sony's machine-learning upscaler, according to the sources cited in our analysis.
Is Pragmata worth playing on PS5 Pro?
Patch 1.21 rectifies the PS5 Pro's previous internal resolution deficit by upgrading it from 864p to 1080p. Combined with PSSR upscaling, higher-quality RT reflections, and superior 60fps frame-rate stability, the PS5 Pro provides the best overall experience on console.
What is the best graphics mode for Pragmata on PS5 Pro?
Best overall balance: 60fps Mode — 60fps Mode targets 60 FPS.
What is the PSFoundry Score of Pragmata?
Pragmata scores 79/100 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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