Many users are complaining that they are frustrated with the input lag of the PS5 controller. Are you having the same issues? Do you experience it after the updates to the software or the reinstallation of any games?
Don’t worry about it. Here we are introducing some troubleshooting techniques that can sort out your input lag problem. The fixes that we described here are simple to carry out by yourself.
Just sit back and relax; read the whole data carefully. Give a try to the given techniques one by one. I am sure that you can solve the issues.
Fix PS5 Controller Input Lag
Here are a few fixes that can solve the PS5 input lag issues in detail.
Reset Your Controller
The first thing you can do to solve this issue is reset your controller. Resetting is mainly two types. Hard reset and soft reset.
- Soft Reset
To access the Control Center, go to the PS5 home screen and press the PS button on the controller.
- Then choose accessories.
- Find and click your controller.
- From the options, choose Turn Off.
- Wait for a few minutes, and then reconnect your controller.
Note: You can also turn the controller off by pushing and holding the PS button until the controller lights fade out.
- Hard Reset
You can reset the controller using the reset button on the controller.
- Using a paperclip, press the small reset button on the back of the controller. You should not leave the button pressed for 5 seconds.
- It will reset the controller, and after that, reconnect the controller.
Note: All the installed firmware upgrades will be removed, and the controller’s basic settings will be reinstated.
Keep Console In Range
The PS5 controller and the console are usually connected through Bluetooth. We know that Bluetooth has a very limited range of access. The controller and the console should be within a maximum range of 6 meters.
If the controller and the console are placed with a long distance in between, then it will cause an input lag. Any hard objects or objects, like a mobile phone or any electronic devices placed between or near the console, can cause interference in a proper connection.
To avoid input lag, always keep the console within range of the controller. There should be nothing to interfere with the proper connection between the controller and the console.
Use USB Connection For Controller
The PS5 controller can connect to the console through Bluetooth and a USB cable. We clearly know that people prefer a wired connection for better connectivity. So here, if we use a USB cable to connect between the PS5 controller and the console, we can solve the input delay issues.
It doesn’t mean that the wireless connection is always bad. Most likely, any other objects will interfere with the wireless connection. The continuity of the game demands a stable connection. This is the reason I prefer the wired connection.
Take a USB cable that you received with the PS5, then connect it between the console’s USB A port and the controller’s USB Type C port.
- Then open the Settings option and select the Device menu.
- Go to the Device option, then go to the Communication Method option.
- Change the communication method to the option Use a USB cable.
However, in order for it to work properly, you must disable Bluetooth. If the Bluetooth option is still enabled, it will increase the interference, and due to that, input lag will occur. More than that, there is no need for a Bluetooth option if you are using a wired connection.
To disable the Bluetooth option,
- Open the Settings option and choose Accessories.
- From the menu, go for General.
- You can see a menu list and scroll it down.
- Choose the option to turn off Bluetooth.
Now your PS5 will restart itself.
Power Cycle PS5 Console
Power-cycling the PS5 console can solve many problems, including the input lag. This process won’t delete the data. This will clear the system cache and temporary memory.
- Unplug the power cords from the outlet first.
- Find the power button on the PS5 console. For 15 to 20 seconds, press and hold the power button and leave it on until the white LED stops blinking.
- After unplugging the power cable, wait a while.
- In order to turn it on, re-plug the power cable into the power outlet.
- Check the PS5 controller to determine whether it’s functioning properly after turning on the console.
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Update Software
If you are using outdated software, it can cause many issues. So you need to update the software. Updated software can give improved performance and reduce input lag.
- PS5 Console
- Open PS5 Settings, then select the System tab.
- Choose System Software Update and Settings under System Software.
- Choose internet-based updates.
- Choose Update from the menu.
- It may take some time, depending on the size of the firmware and your Internet bandwidth. Make sure to keep the console powered on while the update is running.
- Once finished, restart your PS5 system, and you’re ready to go.
- PS5 Controller (Firmware Update)
The wireless controller firmware update is an easy procedure and can be done in less than five minutes. There are two methods for updating PS5 controller firmware. The first is through the console, while the second is through the PC.
Through the PS5, update the controller’s firmware:
- Access Settings.
- Choosing Accessories.
- Choose Controllers.
- On the Wireless Controller Device Software option, click.
- You will notice a notification if a new version of the firmware is released.
- Once you’ve selected Update, give it some time to finish.
PS5 Controller Firmware Update through PC
- To begin, download the PS5 controller software’s firmware updater for Windows.
- Install the installer by opening it.
- Launch the Firmware updater for PS5 controller software once it has been installed.
- Connect the PS5 controller to your PC or laptop via a USB cable and follow the on-screen instructions to upgrade the firmware.
- Then, to end the process, click the OK button.
Turn On Picture Mode On Your TV
The latest smart TVs have different picture modes that can provide a better experience for different scenarios.
Like games, videos the TVs will prefer a dedicated picture mode. Here you can turn on the gaming picture mode of your TV. it can reduce the input delay.
The picture mode menu can change depending on the brand and model of the TVs. Here i am going to explain about the picture mode of Vizio TV
- To open Settings on the TV remote, press the Menu button.
- Choose a picture.
- Switch to game mode by clicking picture mode.
- For any TV, visit Settings and navigate through the menu to find and adjust the picture mode.
Turn On Low Latency Mode
This method can also reduce the input lag. You can turn on low-latency mode through the below-mentioned steps.
- Navigate to the home screen and click Settings.
- From the menu, choose the Screen And Video option.
- In the Video Output section, find and click on the ALLM option, which stands for Allow Low Latency Mode.
- Set it to Automatic.
If it is not supporting you, there is another option for you. You need to turn on the game mode option on your TV.
- On a Samsung TV, open the menu and go to the System option.
- Then scroll down to find General option. On the right side, you can see all the options that belong to the general section.
- From the option, select Game Mode and turn it on by clicking the ON option.
Turn Off HDR Tone Mapping
HDR tone mapping is a specification in PS5. that helps to convert non-HDR games to HDR games. It is a heavy process, so it can cause input lag. So we can restrict this by turning off the HDR tone mapping option.
- Navigate to the Settings menu.
- Click on the option Screen and Video.
- Then choose Video Output from the menu.
- Select HDR and disable it.
Rebuild Database
Rebuilding the database followed by clearing the cache is a really hopeful method to reduce the console input delay. First you need to put the console in safe mode.
- To begin, switch off your PS5. To turn it off, just press and hold the power button for a short period of time.
- When the device is turned off, press and hold the power button for 7 seconds after hearing the second beep.
- Connect the controller to your PS5 console with the USB cable.
- Find the PS button on the controller to press and hold it.
- You’ll be taken to Safe Mode now.
- Choose the Clear Cache and Rebuild Database option from the menu that opens.
- The rebuild database should be selected.
- Allow a few seconds for the database to rebuild.
- Return to the previous screen and choose the ‘Clear System Software Cache’ option.
- To complete the process, you need to wait a few seconds.
- After completing the process, restart your console and check whether the problem is solved or not.
FAQs
How Long Is The Input Delay On PS5?
PS5: An input delay of 5 to 6 frames.
Does A Wired PS5 Controller Reduce Input Lag?
Many recent PS5 tests indicated no statistically significant difference in average input lag or consistency when using the Dualsense wired or wireless. It works just as quickly over Bluetooth as long as your controller’s battery is not running low.
What Causes Controller Input Lag?
Input lag occurs when the TV is performing so much picture processing that a physical input from the player (through a video game controller) influences the time it takes to register an input on screen.
