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PlayStation 5 users may be using the wrong HDMI port, limiting performance

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Many PlayStation 5 users may be unknowingly using the wrong HDMI port, which can limit the console's capabilities. To achieve optimal performance, including 4K resolution at 120Hz, users need to ensure their PS5 is connected to an HDMI 2.1 port on their TV or monitor. This connection also enables features like Variable Refresh Rate and Auto Low Latency Mode for a smoother gaming experience. AI

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PlayStation 5 users may be using the wrong HDMI port, limiting performance

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Thomas Godwin) ·

    There's a chance your PlayStation 5 is plugged into the wrong HDMI port

    Your PS5 will look great plugged into any HDMI port on a modern TV, but only some unlock its full suite of display features.

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