How to Stop Lagging on PS5

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First, check your internet connection. A wired connection is usually more stable than Wi-Fi. Also, make sure no one else is hogging all the bandwidth in your house!

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ManningAndy·7 months ago

Try restarting your PS5 and your router. Sometimes a good ol' reboot is all you need to make the lag disappear.

ResolvingGame·7 months ago

Make sure your PS5’s firmware and game software are up to date. Outdated systems can cause performance issues.

AlightingTang·7 months ago

Hot take: Maybe it's just your ISP. Sometimes the issue isn't the PS5 but your internet service provider.

AttallingHalt·7 months ago

If you're still lagging, go to Settings > Network > Test Internet Connection on your PS5. It'll show you where the issue might be.

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