You should also clean the PS5 and its surroundings regularly to prevent dust buildup that can trap heat.
Sony’s PlayStation 5 is effectively a powerful PC in a small, slightly-rounded box.
Here are some tips to avoid that.
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Failing this, you may see heat-related sudden shut-downs much as you would with a PC.
The fan on your PS5 may also be audible under high load.
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On the PlayStation 5, fresh air is pulled in from the top and front of the console.
This is then exhausted out of the back of the console.
The dustier your environment, the worse the problem can get.
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For optimal heat exchange, the air entering your console should be cooler than the air entering it.
The temperature of the surrounding air can be greatly affected by the enclosed nature of some entertainment units.
The effects of keeping your console in a confined space are well-documented.
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In 2020 a PS5 display unit overheated whileon display in a Best Buy.
Consider placing your console away from these items.
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Though some media cabinetry may already include vents or pre-installed fans, most will not.
You may need to break out the jigsaw to install these, but you’ll be grateful you did.
How strong the sun is in your part of the world can make a difference.
Move it to a shaded spot to prevent the sun’s rays from heating the console unnecessarily.
Sonyspecifiesan operating temperature of between 41oF (5oC) and 95oF (35oC).
ContactPlayStation Supportand send your console in for repair.
On top of this, a console that’s always hot is loud.
Find outwhat else you might do to keep your tech from overheating.
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