One of the most exciting PS5 features, along with the console's near-instant loading times, is its ability to support ray tracing. For those who are unfamiliar, ray tracing is a complicated rendering technique that produces more realistic lighting effects by imitating light in a natural environment.

Is there ray tracing on PS5?

One of the standout features of the PlayStation 5 is support for real-time ray tracing. The console supports ray tracing, but that doesn't mean every game does.

Do you need 4K for ray tracing on PS5?

In its Ultimate FAQ's Sony confirmed that the “PS5 does not require a 4K TV. ... The main thing to look out for is the HDMI connection – the PS5 has an HDMI 2.1 cable in the box, so you'd get the best resolution if your set-up could match that quality.