PS5: The Ultimate FAQ

Random Character · Nov 9, 2020

Glad PS5 external Cold Storage is coming in a future update, hopefully it arrives by early next year.

Also no web browser means PlayStation about to lose the Pornhub crown and no way for people to try and run Xcloud on their PS5s in the future.

Nolbertos · Nov 10, 2020

Too bad about the web browser but in this age, most peeps use there phones as web browsing. I know I do nowadays

henhowc · Nov 10, 2020

Nolbertos said:
Too bad about the web browser but in this age, most peeps use there phones as web browsing. I know I do nowadays

Phone, tablet, and laptops are definitely way faster. Not to mention to don't have to leave a game.

NintendoSwitchLover · Nov 10, 2020

Hm, so the only worry with buying ps4 versions that upgrade to ps5 is that you're granted a digital download of a full ps5 game (not a patch?) and it may also be limited time only on a per game basis. I suppose if you want longevity and peace of mind then buying the ps5 disc copy is the way to go but if you don't plan on holding onto your library for a long time then the ps4 copy is fine.

Bishop89 · Nov 10, 2020

shaneo632 said:
Being able to capture 4K 60fps footage and transfer to USB is sick, means I don't need the new Elgato card.

I'm curious about streaming integration though.

If 1080p/4k will be possible through twitch/youtube

i hate cheaters · Nov 10, 2020

what's a ps5-compatible headset? some specific wireless technology/protocol needed?

or if i plug something into 3.5mm what feature set am i looking for to get the 3D audio stuff?

i only care about audio, not microphone stuff

Shopolic · Nov 10, 2020

Similar to PS4, PS5 games can offer a feature called "Preferred Install" that allows players to choose which part of a game to install first. This can allow a player to prioritize access to a particular mode or feature. An example could be prioritizing the installation of the single-player or multiplayer component of a game.

I didn't know PS4 has this feature (or maybe I forgot about it?). Did they use it just for a few games?

Uzupedro · Nov 10, 2020

Shambalakan said:
I didn't know PS4 has this feature (or maybe I forgot about it?). Did they use it just for a few games?

Call of Duty is the biggest(no pun intended) example I think, the Campaign, Co-Op, Multiplayer and Warzone are all downloadable separately.

Haxik · Nov 10, 2020

No themes, no folders and that battery life worries me... It all seems a step backward.

Shopolic · Nov 10, 2020

Uzupedro said:
Call of Duty is the biggest(no pun intended) example I think, the Campaign, Co-Op, Multiplayer and Warzone are all downloadable separately.

Thanks! Haven't played new CoD games and didn't know this. I hope to see more games like that on PS5.

Katana_Strikes · Nov 10, 2020

Nycterix said:
No themes, no folders and that battery life worries me... It all seems a step backward.

2/3 can be easily fixed and added. Battery life is same if not better with more features?

uncleniccius · Nov 10, 2020

i hate cheaters said:
what's a ps5-compatible headset? some specific wireless technology/protocol needed?

or if i plug something into 3.5mm what feature set am i looking for to get the 3D audio stuff?

i only care about audio, not microphone stuff

Any headset will work via 3.5mm and give 3d audio

McFly · Nov 13, 2020

NewDust said:
No DTS:X or Atmos...

Darknight said:
No Dolby Vision, no Dolby Atmos, and no DTS:X.

I think the page has been updated.

PS5 will support the following audio formats:

Dolby Digital (max 5.1ch)
Dolby Digital Plus (max 7.1ch)
Dolby TrueHD (max 7.1ch)
DTS (max 5.1ch)
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio (max 7.1ch)
DTS-HD Master Audio (max 7.1ch)
AAC (max 5.1ch)
Linear PCM (max 7.1ch)
Dolby ATMOS and DTS:X available for Blu-ray and Ultra HD Blu-ray disc video (when connected to a supported device)

Sidewinder · Nov 13, 2020

McFly said:
I think the page has been updated.

PS5 will support the following audio formats:

Dolby Digital (max 5.1ch)
Dolby Digital Plus (max 7.1ch)
Dolby TrueHD (max 7.1ch)
DTS (max 5.1ch)
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio (max 7.1ch)
DTS-HD Master Audio (max 7.1ch)
AAC (max 5.1ch)
Linear PCM (max 7.1ch)
Dolby ATMOS and DTS:X available for Blu-ray and Ultra HD Blu-ray disc video (when connected to a supported device)

Nice, yet another Concerny down!

Wallace Wells · Nov 13, 2020

McFly said:
I think the page has been updated.

PS5 will support the following audio formats:

Dolby Digital (max 5.1ch)
Dolby Digital Plus (max 7.1ch)
Dolby TrueHD (max 7.1ch)
DTS (max 5.1ch)
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio (max 7.1ch)
DTS-HD Master Audio (max 7.1ch)
AAC (max 5.1ch)
Linear PCM (max 7.1ch)
Dolby ATMOS and DTS:X available for Blu-ray and Ultra HD Blu-ray disc video (when connected to a supported device)

YUSSSSSSS

NewDust · Nov 13, 2020

McFly said:
I think the page has been updated.

PS5 will support the following audio formats:

Dolby Digital (max 5.1ch)
Dolby Digital Plus (max 7.1ch)
Dolby TrueHD (max 7.1ch)
DTS (max 5.1ch)
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio (max 7.1ch)
DTS-HD Master Audio (max 7.1ch)
AAC (max 5.1ch)
Linear PCM (max 7.1ch)
Dolby ATMOS and DTS:X available for Blu-ray and Ultra HD Blu-ray disc video (when connected to a supported device)

Good they cleared that up.

ApexNorth · Nov 13, 2020

McFly said:
I think the page has been updated.

PS5 will support the following audio formats:

Dolby Digital (max 5.1ch)
Dolby Digital Plus (max 7.1ch)
Dolby TrueHD (max 7.1ch)
DTS (max 5.1ch)
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio (max 7.1ch)
DTS-HD Master Audio (max 7.1ch)
AAC (max 5.1ch)
Linear PCM (max 7.1ch)
Dolby ATMOS and DTS:X available for Blu-ray and Ultra HD Blu-ray disc video (when connected to a supported device)

YES! I have been waiting on a direct confirmation for Dolby Atmos for Blu-Rays!

Darknight · Nov 13, 2020

McFly said:
I think the page has been updated.

PS5 will support the following audio formats:

Dolby Digital (max 5.1ch)
Dolby Digital Plus (max 7.1ch)
Dolby TrueHD (max 7.1ch)
DTS (max 5.1ch)
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio (max 7.1ch)
DTS-HD Master Audio (max 7.1ch)
AAC (max 5.1ch)
Linear PCM (max 7.1ch)
Dolby ATMOS and DTS:X available for Blu-ray and Ultra HD Blu-ray disc video (when connected to a supported device)

Oh good. What a weird omission to not have it listed initially when they were listing Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD MA which are strictly for movies. Glad that's supported so now we just need Dolby Vision.

Saint of Killers · Nov 22, 2020

Apologies if old news, but they updated the FAQ:

Does PS5 support VRR?
PS5 hardware supports Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) through HDMI 2.1. After a future system software update, PS5 owners will be able to use the VRR feature of compatible TVs when playing games that support VRR.

TheEchosOfTheCyborg · Nov 22, 2020

Sorry if already asked, people say the PS5 is quiet, but so was the PS4 at launch and with so many things I've had recent, they've been making it harder and harder to actually clean the fan and simple maintenance without having to dismantle or potentially break the thing to clean it. the PS4 was really bad for this.

Is the PS5 easy to clean and easy to clean the fan and air vents?

Sprat · Nov 22, 2020

TheEchosOfTheCyborg said:
Sorry if already asked, people say the PS5 is quiet, but so was the PS4 at launch and with so many things I've had recent, they've been making it harder and harder to actually clean the fan and simple maintenance without having to dismantle or potentially break the thing to clean it. the PS4 was really bad for this.

Is the PS5 easy to clean and easy to clean the fan and air vents?

Yes you just take the top panel off. Then there's dust traps you can vacuum.

The fan is secured with a screw but is fully removable.

PS5: The Ultimate FAQ

Random Character

Nolbertos

henhowc

NintendoSwitchLover

Bishop89

What Are Ya' Selling?

i hate cheaters

Shopolic

Uzupedro

Haxik

Shopolic

Katana_Strikes

Unshakable Resolve

uncleniccius

McFly

Sidewinder

Wallace Wells

NewDust

Visited by Knack

ApexNorth

Darknight

"I'd buy that for a dollar!"

Saint of Killers

TheEchosOfTheCyborg

Sprat