Sony is now testing the PS5 Pro PSSR update. It could make supported games look clearer on PlayStation 5 Pro.
Sony is sending invitations for the August 2026 beta to members of its testing program. This is not a big dashboard update with lots of new features. The main change is for Sony’s image-upscaling technology on PS5 Pro.
The change is simple. After installing the beta, the console turns on “Enhance PSSR Image Quality” by default.
What the PS5 Pro PSSR update changes
PSSR stands for PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution. It uses AI to make a game’s picture look sharper. A game can run at a lower resolution, while PSSR rebuilds the image at a higher resolution.
This helps developers aim for clear graphics and smooth performance at the same time. Players get a sharper picture without always giving up a higher frame rate.
Sony released an improved version of PSSR earlier in 2026. It promised clearer small details and a steadier picture when the camera moves. Until now, PS5 Pro owners had to turn on the improved version themselves.
The new beta does that for them. It can also use the improved technology with games made for the older version of PSSR. As a result, some older PS5 Pro games may look cleaner without players changing the setting.
However, this will not improve every PS5 game. A game must already support PSSR. The result will also depend on its resolution, graphics mode and how the developer added PSSR.
Players can still turn the feature off. Open Settings, select Screen and Video, and then choose Video Output. Switch off Enhance PSSR Image Quality to return to the old setup. This option is only available on PS5 Pro.
The Bluetooth change is not for normal home use
The beta also adds a Bluetooth option for the standard PS5 and PS5 Pro. Sony says this part will only be available in selected regions.
If someone uses “Turn Off Bluetooth,” the PS5 cannot enter rest mode. HDMI Device Link will also stop working until Bluetooth is turned on again.
Sony made this setting for esports venues and other controlled spaces. Event staff may need tighter control over wireless controllers when many players use consoles in one place.
Most people will not need this setting at home. The beta also includes the usual system performance and stability improvements.
Sony has not said when everyone will receive the update. It may also change or remove beta features before the public release. Still, turning on improved PSSR by default shows that Sony is becoming more confident in the technology.
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