Ratchet & Clank
Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart delivers a flagship graphical display on both PS5 and PS5 Pro. On base PS5, players must choose between a native 4K 30fps Fidelity mode, a 1440p 60fps Performance RT mode, or a non-RT 60fps mode with higher internal resolutions. PS5 Pro effectively bridges this gap with its Performance Pro mode, utilizing PSSR to upscale a ~1584p image to 4K at 60fps while retaining ray-traced reflections and improved visual stability. While base PS5 Performance RT remains impressive, PS5 Pro offers a clearer, cleaner presentation with superior temporal stability.
Graphics modes on PlayStation 5 Pro
PS5 Pro delivers a locked 60fps experience in Performance Pro mode with PSSR upscaling to 4K output from a ~1584p base. Ray-traced reflections, foliage detail, and particle consistency are noticeably improved over base PS5, though reflections exhibit slight ghosting during fast motion.
Adds Performance Pro mode targeting 60fps with PSSR upscaling to 4K internal ~1584p base res and enhanced RT reflections.
Performance Pro
PS5 ProCleaner image with less aliasing, improved particle coherence, and clearer fur rendering. Ray reflections look cleaner at rest but can exhibit slight ghosting during movement.
Fidelity
PS5 ProFull or nearly full 4K internal resolution with highest level of geometric detail, dense crowds, and stable foliage rendering.
Performance
PS5 ProHigher internal resolution (1620p-1800p) but drops ray-traced reflections entirely.
Performance RT
PS5 ProUses heavy post-process sharpening leading to artificial edge ringing. RT reflections have a grainier, checkerboard-like pattern compared to PS5 Pro.
Graphics modes on PlayStation 5
Base PS5 offers three distinct graphical presets. Performance RT is recommended for 60fps play with ray tracing at ~1440p output, while Fidelity mode targets 30fps at crisp 4K image reconstruction. A non-RT Performance mode is also available.
Performance RT
PS5Uses heavy post-process sharpening leading to artificial edge ringing. RT reflections have a grainier, checkerboard-like pattern compared to PS5 Pro.
Performance
PS5Higher internal resolution (1620p-1800p) but drops ray-traced reflections entirely.
Fidelity
PS5Full or nearly full 4K internal resolution with highest level of geometric detail, dense crowds, and stable foliage rendering.
PS5 vs PS5 Pro
Side-by-side comparison of graphics modes, resolution and technical features.
PS5 Pro provides a solid upgrade over base PS5 Performance RT mode, boosting resolved output from 1440p to full 4K using PSSR at 60fps while retaining ray-traced reflections with cleaner edges and superior particle stability.
| Metric | PS5 | PS5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Performance Score | 82Great | 90Exceptional |
| Recommended mode | Performance RT | Performance Pro |
| Modes available | 3 | 4 |
| Peak target FPS | 60 | 60 |
| PSSR | No | Yes |
| Ray tracing | Yes | Yes |
| VRR | Yes | Yes |
| 120 Hz support | No | No |
| PS5 Pro Enhanced | No | Yes |
- Performance Score
- 82Great
- Recommended mode
- Performance RT
- Modes available
- 3
- Peak target FPS
- 60
- PSSR
- No
- Ray tracing
- Yes
- VRR
- Yes
- 120 Hz support
- No
- PS5 Pro Enhanced
- No
- Performance Score
- 90Exceptional
- Recommended mode
- Performance Pro
- Modes available
- 4
- Peak target FPS
- 60
- PSSR
- Yes
- Ray tracing
- Yes
- VRR
- Yes
- 120 Hz support
- No
- PS5 Pro Enhanced
- Yes
Known issues
In an early PS5 Pro build cutscene, Ratchet's fur appears dry instead of wet, missing the slicked-back look present on standard PS5.
By default the game engages 120Hz output mode, which can cause some TV sets or monitors to drop resolution to 1080p. Can be fixed by disabling 120Hz output in the PS5 system menus.
Video analysis
Independent technical videos referenced in our analysis.
Learn about the awesome PS5 Pro Enhanced features available in Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart from the developers at Insomniac Games.
Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart PS5 - The Digital Foundry Tech Review ... Virtual Run | Ratchet & Clank - Rift Apart | Workout - Running | 5k ...
Ratchet and Clank and this is running on PlayStation 4 Pro in its 4K mode and joining me to discuss the game.
Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart - PC Review - Cutting Edge Tech But Lacking In Polish · The Best Upscaling on Consoles? · Ratchet & Clank: Rift ...
Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart PS5 - The Digital Foundry Tech Review ... Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart Actually Sucks. TheDigitalMadMan•42K ...
PS5 Pro PSSR 1 vs PSSR 2.0 Graphics Comparison - Ratchet & Clank Rift Apart [4K60HD]. @MichaelXboxEvolved38 likes3.1K views3 months ago
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Frequently asked
Answers built from the verified data on this page.
What frame rate does Ratchet & Clank run at on PS5 Pro?
On PS5 Pro, Ratchet & Clank offers 4 graphics modes: Performance Pro targets 60 FPS at 4K; Fidelity targets 30 FPS at 4K; Performance targets 60 FPS; Performance RT targets 60 FPS at 1440p.
What frame rate does Ratchet & Clank run at on PS5?
On PS5, Ratchet & Clank offers 3 graphics modes: Performance RT targets 60 FPS at 1440p; Performance targets 60 FPS; Fidelity targets 30 FPS at 4K.
Does Ratchet & Clank use PSSR on PS5 Pro?
Yes. At least one PS5 Pro graphics mode of Ratchet & Clank uses PSSR, Sony's machine-learning upscaler, according to the sources cited in our analysis.
Is Ratchet & Clank worth playing on PS5 Pro?
PS5 Pro provides a solid upgrade over base PS5 Performance RT mode, boosting resolved output from 1440p to full 4K using PSSR at 60fps while retaining ray-traced reflections with cleaner edges and superior particle stability.
What is the PSFoundry Performance Score of Ratchet & Clank?
Ratchet & Clank scores 90/100 on PS5 Pro. The Performance Score measures technical performance only — frame rate, image quality, graphics modes, visual features, responsiveness, loading and stability — not how good the game is.
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