How to transfer data from PS5 to PS5 Pro

No one can deny that as great as the PlayStation 5 Pro is, it’s also quite expensive. To that end, many PS5 owners will likely be planning on selling their current model to offset some of the costs. But you probably don’t want to sell your old device until you’re sure all your data for the best PS5 games has been safely transferred to the Pro. If you’re ready to upgrade to Pro, here’s how you can transfer your data to pick up right where you left off and enjoy awesome graphical improvements.

How to transfer PS5 data to PS5 Pro

There are three ways to move data from the base PS5 to the Pro, and this is the simplest. However, you’ll need access to both consoles, so make sure you don’t sell your old console before doing this process.

Step 1: Connect PS5 and PS5 Pro to the same local network.

Step 2: On PS5 Pro, go to: setting > system software.

Step 3: Scroll down and make your selection. data transfer.

Step 4: Follow the instructions to have your PS5 Pro search for networks for PS5.

Step 5: Assuming both consoles are turned on and connected to the network, data transfer will begin automatically.

How to transfer data using PS Plus

Another option to move your data to PS5 Pro is to use the cloud save feature as part of PlayStation Plus Essential.

Step 1: Start your PS5 setting.

Step 2: choose Data storage and game/app settings.

Step 3: choose Saved data (PS5).

Step 4: below console storage choose Upload to Cloud Storage.

Step 5: Select the files you want to upload manually or simply select them. select all.

Step 6: press upload.

Step 7: Connect your PS5 Pro to the internet and log in again. Saved data and game/app settings menu.

Step 8: choose Save data (PS5) and go to next cloud storage.

Step 9: choose Download to console storage.

Step 10: Once again, select a specific file or select all Download all data.

How to transfer data using SSD or USB drive

The last option requires a separate SSD or USB drive for your PS5. If you have an SSD and already have data stored on it, simply install the SSD in your PS5 Pro.

If you’re using a USB drive, here’s how the process works:

Step 1: Insert the USB drive into your primary PS5.

Step 2: movement setting > system software > Backup and Restore.

Step 3: choose PS5 Backup Then select the USB device.

Step 4: Once done, take the USB drive from your PS5, insert it into your PS5 Pro, and move on to: setting > Backup and Restore > PS5 Restoration.

Step 5: Select your USB drive and wait for the files to download.

Using the USB method will reset your PS5 Pro to factory default settings. This means that any new data you have saved to the console will be erased, so you should do this first.