{"id":14755,"date":"2024-07-04T10:07:12","date_gmt":"2024-07-04T08:07:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alvarotrigo.com\/blog\/?p=14755"},"modified":"2025-06-16T10:10:58","modified_gmt":"2025-06-16T08:10:58","slug":"improve-ps5-wi-fi-speed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alvarotrigo.com\/blog\/improve-ps5-wi-fi-speed\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get Better Wi-Fi on Your PS5 [Guaranteed Effective!]"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Is your PS5 Wi-Fi connection so slow? Ah! That\u2019s a bummer. Luckily, we\u2019re here to explain how you can get better Wi-Fi on your PS5.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"900\" data-src=\"https:\/\/alvarotrigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/connecting-ps5-to-5ghz-bandwidth.jpg\" alt=\"How to Change PS5 Bandwidth Settings to 5GHz\" class=\"wp-image-14756 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/alvarotrigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/connecting-ps5-to-5ghz-bandwidth.jpg 1440w, https:\/\/alvarotrigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/connecting-ps5-to-5ghz-bandwidth-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/alvarotrigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/connecting-ps5-to-5ghz-bandwidth-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/alvarotrigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/connecting-ps5-to-5ghz-bandwidth-768x480.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1440px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1440\/900;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"why-is-your-ps5-wifi-so-slow\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Is Your PS5 Wi-Fi So Slow?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To be able to fix your slow PS5 internet connection, you have to get to the root first. Of course, fixing a problem should always start with identifying the main cause.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some of the possible reasons why you\u2019re experiencing crappy PS5 internet connection speed:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Distance from Router. <\/strong><br>The PS5 might be too far away from the Wi-Fi router, which can be the trigger for weak signals and slower speeds. Moving the console closer to the router or using a Wi-Fi extender could improve the connection.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Network Congestion. <\/strong><br>This occurs when multiple devices connect and actively use the same Wi-Fi network, resulting in slower speeds for all devices. If you\u2019re currently using a public Wi-Fi connection, such as hotel Wi-Fi, then this may be the primary issue.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hardware Limitations. <\/strong><br>Sometimes, the PS5&#8217;s internal Wi-Fi hardware may not be as powerful as external routers or adapters, leading to slower speeds.<br><br>The only way to solve a PS5 internet connection issue is to use wired Ethernet or invest in a high-quality Wi-Fi extender or adapter.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Software Troubles. <\/strong><br>Software bugs or glitches within the PS5&#8217;s operating system or network settings can sometimes cause slow Wi-Fi connections. This is why it is important to ensure that your console&#8217;s software is always up to date.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"6-ways-to-get-better-wifi-on-your-ps5\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">6 Ways to Get Better Wi-Fi on Your PS5<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on the reason for the slow PS5 Wi-Fi connection, there are several fixes you can try.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some of the solutions to improve your PS5\u2019s Wi-Fi speed:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"1-move-the-ps5-and-router-closer\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Move the PS5 and Router Closer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Reducing the distance between the PS5 and the router enhances signal strength and minimizes interference, resulting in a faster and more stable Wi-Fi connection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also remove some devices that may interfere with your PS5&#8217;s network connection. Microwave ovens, cordless phones, Bluetooth devices, and other devices that generate electromagnetic fields can weaken Wi-Fi signals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"2-limit-the-number-of-devices-connected-to-your-wifi\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Limit the Number of Devices Connected to Your Wi-Fi <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Disconnecting unused devices from the Wi-Fi ensures your PS5 receives sufficient bandwidth for optimal performance. This is also why connecting to a private Wi-Fi network is highly recommended, as public networks usually have tens or hundreds of devices connected to them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"3-switch-to-a-wired-internet-connection\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Switch to a Wired Internet Connection<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is recommended to use a wired internet connection to get better Wi-Fi on your PS5. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Using an Ethernet cable on your PS5 establishes a direct connection between it and your router. This reduces interference, resulting in a more stable and faster network connectivity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"4-invest-in-a-highquality-wifi-extender\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Invest in a High-Quality Wi-Fi Extender<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If connecting to a wired internet connection is impossible, consider investing in a high-quality Wi-Fi extender. It works like magic!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wi-Fi extenders work by expanding your network connection. It rebroadcasts your internet signals to areas where it is weak and unstable. As a result, you get a faster PS5 internet connection speed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"5-update-your-ps5\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Update Your PS5<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Bugs and glitches can cause problems with your PS5&#8217;s network connectivity. When you update your PS5, you fix these glitches and get access to the console&#8217;s latest performance optimizations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To update your PS5&#8217;s system software, navigate to <em><strong>&#8220;Settings &gt; System &gt; System Software&#8221;. <\/strong><\/em>Next, select <em>&#8220;System Software Update and Settings<\/em>&#8220;. If a new update is available, an <em>&#8220;Update Available&#8221; <\/em>message will appear. Download and install that update to improve your PS5&#8217;s Wi-Fi speed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Discover more about updating your PS5\u2019s software on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.playstation.com\/en-ph\/support\/hardware\/ps5\/system-software\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">PlayStation Support<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"6-changing-bandwidth-settings\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Changing Bandwidth Settings<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re connected to a public Wi-Fi, like your hotel Wi-Fi, you can improve your PS5 Wi-Fi connection by changing the bandwidth to 5 GHz when connecting your PS5 to your hotel\u2019s Wi-Fi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Note that, by default, your device does not connect to 5 GHz and uses an automatic setting to connect to whichever band your PS5 should connect to, usually 2.4 GHz.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow these steps to change your PS5\u2019s bandwidth settings to 5 GHz:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Step 1.<\/strong> <strong>Head over<\/strong> to your console\u2019s <strong><em>\u201cSettings\u201d.<\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Step 2. Go<\/strong> to<strong><em> \u201cNetwork &gt; Settings &gt; Set Up Internet Connection\u201d<\/em><\/strong><strong>.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Step 3. Select <\/strong>your current network and press the<strong><em> \u201cOptions\u201d<\/em><\/strong> button.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Step 4.<\/strong> <strong>Select<\/strong><strong><em> \u201cWi-Fi Frequency Bands\u201d.<\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p><strong>Step 5. Change <\/strong>the option from<strong><em> \u201cAutomatic\u201d<\/em><\/strong> to<strong><em> \u201c5 GHz\u201c.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1360\" height=\"765\" data-src=\"https:\/\/alvarotrigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/connecting-ps5-to-5ghz-bandwidth-1.jpg\" alt=\"How to Improve PS5 Hotel Wi-Fi Speed\" class=\"wp-image-14757 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/alvarotrigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/connecting-ps5-to-5ghz-bandwidth-1.jpg 1360w, https:\/\/alvarotrigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/connecting-ps5-to-5ghz-bandwidth-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/alvarotrigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/connecting-ps5-to-5ghz-bandwidth-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/alvarotrigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/connecting-ps5-to-5ghz-bandwidth-1-768x432.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1360px) 100vw, 1360px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1360px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1360\/765;\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"related-articles\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Related Articles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/alvarotrigo.com\/blog\/connect-ps5-hotel-wifi\/\">How to Connect PS5 to Hotel Wi-Fi<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/alvarotrigo.com\/blog\/fix-ps5-restricted-communication\/\">Fix PS5 Restricted from Using Communication Features<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/alvarotrigo.com\/blog\/connect-switch-hotel-wifi\/\">How to Connect Switch to Hotel Wi-Fi<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/alvarotrigo.com\/blog\/ps4-controller-ps5\/\">Can You Use A PS4 Controller On A PS5?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Discover the possible reasons for a slow PS5 W-Fi network and the top 5 fixes that work!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":14756,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[96],"tags":[15,73,14],"class_list":["post-14755","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-ps5","tag-consoles","tag-playstation","tag-ps5"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/alvarotrigo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14755","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/alvarotrigo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/alvarotrigo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/alvarotrigo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/alvarotrigo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=14755"}],"version-history":[{"count":8,"href":"https:\/\/alvarotrigo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14755\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":19106,"href":"https:\/\/alvarotrigo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14755\/revisions\/19106"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/alvarotrigo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/14756"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/alvarotrigo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=14755"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/alvarotrigo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=14755"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/alvarotrigo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=14755"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}