While online gaming comes to mind when thinking about slow Wi-Fi for your PS5, multiplayer gaming is just one facet of your console’s network capability. A stable network connection is required to do everything from chatting with friends to playing games if you have a digital PS5 (via Career Gamers). As a result, it’s imperative to consider your home Wi-Fi network a vital piece of your next-gen gaming experience.
If you frequently experience problems such as slow download speeds and online gameplay, you should troubleshoot the issue by first examining your home Wi-Fi network. Given your network’s constant strain, you may find a solution in resetting your whole system.
- Disconnect your router and modem from power for at least 30 seconds.
- Reconnect your router and modem to power.
- On your PS5, navigate to Settings > Network > Settings > Set Up Internet Connection and reconnect to your home Wi-Fi, according to PlayStation.
Resetting your home Wi-Fi is an excellent place to start, but if your PS5 is still experiencing slow network performance, consider using an ethernet cable. A wired connection might be particularly relevant for you if your existing PS5 set-up is several rooms or floors away from the router.
- Plug your PS5 into a router with an ethernet cable.
- On your PS5, navigate to Settings > Network > Settings > Set Up Internet Connection > Set Up Wired LAN, according to PlayStation.
- Choose Connect, and your console will automatically join your network.
If your router is too far from your gaming set-up, consider purchasing a mesh router system that will give you a stable LAN connection anywhere in your house.
