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Here are the steps to improve the responsiveness on PlayStation 5 as much as possible.

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Many are now looking for ways to improve the response on the PlayStation 5 to the maximum. Especially since the device now offers several features to play, which are divided between performance or display quality, in addition to other features that we will talk about tuning in this indicative report.

Optimizing PlayStation 5 response to the max

Fans of shooter games like Call of Duty that require quick player reaction may be looking for a method that can help them reduce the delay in response. There may be many who are not aware of some of the features that the PlayStation 5 can provide, but to take advantage of them properly.

1- Check if your PlayStation 5 is up to date

Sony has begun expanding display system support on PlayStation 5 in recent updates to provide the user with desired display options, and this will provide new basic operational options, which are as follows:

  • Go to Settings and then Game Options.
  • Go to performance mode or display resolution mode.
  • Move the selection from auto mode to performance mode.

2- Make sure your TV supports HDMI 2.1 technology

The PlayStation 5 has new features that are only available if you have a TV that supports HDMI 2.1 technology, which can be enabled as follows:

  • Go to Settings on PlayStation 5.
  • Then to the video output.
  • Then go to ALLM and select Enable.
  • Then go to VRR option and choose auto mode.
  • Then go to the 120Hz Ttaviha option.

It is also recommended that on your TV and if you do not see if it supports HDMI 2.1 technologies that you run the PlayStation 5 in Game Mode where it will adjust the features to offer the best performance that you can achieve through this TV.

3- Make sure you are using the original HDMI cable

It comes with the PlayStation 5 console, an HDMI 2.1 cable equipped by the company. But if you are forced to change the cable for various reasons, make sure that the new cable already supports HDMI 2.1 features so that you don't lose many of the features that the device and TV can offer you to drastically improve performance.

4- Connect the DualSense controller to the cable

Maybe many of us don't like it. But if you want to get the maximum response rate in shooting and online games, it is preferable to connect the console via a USB-C cable with the PlayStation 5. Confirm the connection settings through the system settings as follows:

  • Go to Settings on PlayStation 5.
  • Go to the DualSense console.
  • Go to the connection method option and choose the second option via cable.

5- Reduce the dead zone on the DualSense controller

This feature may make you get used to the control method which takes some time, but if you get used to it, your response in shooting games will improve significantly. It adopts the reduction of dead zone on the left and right tabs to make the response fast.

This feature can be configured through the game's own control settings menu, as this feature is available in major professional games like Call of Duty and others.

6- Check if you are connected to the internet via cable

Yes, this is one of the most important conditions that all professional online competitive shooters adhere to. Where wireless connection always causes the signal to cut out, or what is known as Lost Pocket. While the player doesn't really feel it, it causes him to lose a fraction of a second of his quick response, which can tip the scales drastically.

If you connect your PlayStation 5 to the Internet via a cable, you will experience a significant improvement in response compared to connecting wirelessly via Wi-Fi.

With these steps, the responsiveness on PlayStation 5 can be improved to the maximum. You will feel the difference in performance in shooters and online games very dramatically.