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1Scan for outdated or missing drivers - takes under a minute2Repair Windows errors before they cause bigger problems3Fix the driver behind crashes, sound loss and screen glitchesTo adjust the brightness of the picture from a PS5, open Settings > Screen and Video > Video Output > Adjust HDR and follow the on-screen calibration. If you mean the PS5’s power-indicator light, use Settings > System > Beep and Light > Brightness instead. These settings control different things.
Adjust the PS5’s HDR picture calibration
- From the PS5 home screen, open Settings.
- Select Screen and Video, then Video Output.
- Select Adjust HDR and follow the on-screen directions. Sony describes this calibration as a way to fine-tune brightness for HDR rendering. Sony’s PS5 video-output guide covers the setting.
This adjusts HDR output calibration; it is not a universal brightness slider for every game, app, or display. If the picture still looks too dark or bright, check the picture settings on the connected TV or monitor. Available image quality depends on the display and the rest of the connected entertainment setup. Sony’s HDR instructions use these menu labels in Singapore English; wording may differ with console language or region.
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Choose how the PS5 handles HDR
In Settings > Screen and Video > Video Output > HDR, select the behavior that fits your setup:
| Option | What it does |
|---|---|
| On When Supported | Uses HDR for content that supports it; unsupported games and apps remain in SDR. |
| Always On | Converts non-HDR games and apps to HDR output as well. |
These modes change HDR output behavior, not the display’s physical brightness control. Sony explains both options in its HDR setup guide.
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- Heighten Your Senses. Discover Deeper, highly immersive gaming experiences.
- Feel your in-game actions and environment simulated through haptic feedback
- Chat online through the built-in microphone or connect a headset directly via the 3.5mm jack
- Play on more devices Connect using a USB Type-C cable or Bluetooth wireless technology so you can easily play on more devices including Windows PC and Mac computers, Android and iOS mobile phones.
- Elevate PC gaming with advanced features like haptic feedback and adaptive triggers in a range titles
Change the brightness of the PS5 indicator light
If you want to dim or brighten the light on the console itself, go to Settings > System > Beep and Light > Brightness. Choose Dim, Medium, or Bright. This only changes the console’s power-indicator light; it does not change the image on your TV. See Sony’s beep and light guide.
Adjust brightness on the TV or monitor
A display’s own picture controls are separate from PS5 settings. Use the TV or monitor’s menu if the screen itself needs to be brighter or darker; exact controls vary by model. For example, Sony says brightness is available in the quick menu’s Picture settings on its 27-inch gaming monitor, including while HDR is active. That specific control path does not apply to every display. Sony’s monitor guide describes that model.
Rank #2
- Haptic feedback - Feel physically responsive feedback to your in-game actions with dual actuators which replace traditional rumble motors. In your hands, these dynamic vibrations can simulate the feeling of everything from environments to the recoil of different weapons. .Operating temperature : 41 °F to 95 °F (5 °C to 35 °C)
- Adaptive triggers - Experience varying levels of force and tension as you interact with your in-game gear and environments. From pulling back an increasingly tight bowstring to hitting the brakes on a speeding car, feel physically connected to your on-screen actions.
- Built-in microphone and headset jack - Chat with friends online using the built-in microphone or by connecting a headset to the 3.5mm jack. Easily switch voice capture on and off at a moment’s notice with the dedicated mute button. Internet and account for PlayStation Network required.
- DualSense Controller PS5 and PC compatible. Not compatible with PS4.
- PS Remote Play requires Remote Play App connected to Wi-Fi, PS4 or PS5 console with the latest system software and compatible game. A PS4 or PS5 console with a wired connection via a LAN cable is recommended. Version 4.0 of the Remote Play App on iOS and iPadOS or version 4.1 on macOS is required for games to be playable with the controller over Bluetooth.
Accessibility settings that affect appearance
PS5 accessibility options include Invert Colors, Color Correction, Text Size, Bold Text, and High Contrast. They affect color or legibility rather than providing a general picture-brightness slider. Sony notes that turning on Invert Colors turns HDR off. See Sony’s accessibility settings guide.
Quick Recap
Best Value
- Enjoy precise, comfortable control over 10,000+ supported Steam games.
- Easily pair the controller directly to your Windows PC via Bluetooth or play as you charge with the included USB Type-C cable
- Stay paired with up to four different Bluetooth devices, making it easy to enjoy the controller across Windows PC, Mac, PS5 consoles and smartphones. Discover more connection tips and tricks at playstation.com/pair-dualsense
- Access the latest available controller firmware directly from your PC with the free-todownload PlayStation Accessories app
- Play games streamed from your PS5 or PS4 console to your PC via the PS Remote Play App
Rank #4
- Ultra Customizable Controls
- Mappable Back Buttons
- DualSense Wireless Controller Features Built In
- Replaceable Stick Modules and Caps
Rank #3
- Bring gaming worlds to life - Feel your in-game actions and environment simulated through haptic feedback*. Experience varying force and tension at your fingertips with adaptive triggers*
- Find your voice, share your passion - Chat online through the built-in microphone. Connect a headset directly via the 3.5mm jack. Record and broadcast your epic gaming moments with the create button
- A gaming icon in your hands - Enjoy a comfortable, evolved design with an iconic layout and enhanced sticks. Hear higher-fidelity** sound effects through the built-in speaker in supported games
- Multi-device connectivity - Connect using a USB Type-C cable or Bluetooth technology and easily play on more devices including Windows PC and Mac computers.
- Elevate PC gaming with advanced features like haptic feedback and adaptive triggers in a range of blockbuster PC titles.
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