How to Stop Your PS5 From Overheating
Sony’s PlayStation 5 is effectively a powerful PC in a small, slightly-rounded box. When the system is under load, it can kick out some serious heat, which may lead to overheating. Here are some tips to avoid that.
Sony included a notification that appears on-screen when the PlayStation 5 console gets too hot, letting you know that you’ll need to wait for it to cool down before continuing use. Failing this, you may see heat-related sudden shut-downs much as you would with a PC.
Be aware that just because your console feels hot or is exhausting a lot of hot air, that doesn’t necessarily mean it’s overheating. The PS5 is designed to move hot air away from components that generate heat, and this will be most noticeable when the console is under load.
The fan on your PS5 may also be audible under high load. This is generally not something you should worry about unless it seems like the fan is frequently working overtime, even when the console is in a relatively idle state.
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One of the best things you can do for your console to avoid overheating or heat-related damage over time is to ensure there is sufficient airflow reaching the console. This means keeping the area around the edge of the console clear of items, not placing objects on top of the console, and making sure air intake and exhaust points are clear.
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. Sony recommends leaving around 4 inches (10cm) “of free space around each side of the console” to ensure adequate airflow.
Dust, pet hair, and other unwanted debris will built-up around the air intakes (at the top and front) of your
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