How often should I clean my PS5?

Dust is an inescapable problem for all sorts of hardware, and a build-up can lead to components overheating. Worse still, this could result in a hardware failure, so if you’d rather be safe than sorry, you should consider cleaning your PS5 every few months.

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Is it better to stand the PS5 up?

The PS5 is a massive console, in fact in towers above even the fridge-like Xbox Series X, so laying it down takes up some serious space. It’s something to consider if you’re building a gaming setup. We’d say go for vertical if space is limited.

Can dust damage a PS5?

Dust can cause your PS5 to overheat and negatively affect its performance. However, you can easily remove dust by using a vacuum cleaner or a can of compressed air on its air vents and fans. Adding a dust cover or wall-mounting your console is a way to prevent as much dust collection.

How do I keep my PS5 dust free?

How to keep dust out

Ensure you keep your PS5 in a suitable place, so on a table or cabinet, rather than on a carpet.
Make sure all the air vents on the sides and back of the console have at least 10cm of free space around them.
Check your PS5 to see if it needs cleaning, to remove any dust that might have built up.

How often should I clean my PS5? – Related Questions

How long is PS5 warranty?

The PS5 comes with a warranty that covers material damage caused by manufacturer error. This warranty is valid for 1 year in the US and 2 years in the UK, and it can be extended by 90 days if you register the console before the warranty period has elapsed.

Does removing PS5 fan void warranty?

There are two ways to clean the fan: Empty dust chambers under the side wings: The PS5 has special dust collectors, to get to it you have to remove the side panel – don’t worry, it won’t void your PS5’s warranty. To do this, simply lift the corner with the PS5 logo and then slide the panel down.