It is frustrating when youre in the middle of a game, and suddenly your PS5 controller disconnects itself.
Ive got some great solutions for you.
So, why does the PlayStation 5 Controller keep disconnecting?
Read the whole post to learn in detail.
Why Does My PS5 Controller Keep Disconnecting From the PC?
Below I have discussed some step-by-step processes to troubleshoot and fix the wireless connectivity problem.
But, if youve connected your controller in the middle of the game, it might act funny.
So its best to exit the game, re-connect the controller and start the game again.
USB cables can be confusing.
There are USB cables that transfer only data or power.
You have to use a USB cable which transmits both.
Also, look to see if the USB port youre connecting to is free of dirt and functional.
If youre using a USB 2.0 port, try USB 3.0.
Moreover, if you connect the controller to a passthrough USB port, it is widespread to face issues.
Hence, use a port from the PC case.
If youre using any sort of USB adapter, it can cause issues too.
give a shot to use a Sony adapter.
Your wireless controller can disconnect from the PC due to many reasons.
Interference is one of them.
A typical scenario is that the PC fails to install Bluetooth drivers successfully, causing frequent disconnections.
you’re free to also peek if your controller works in wired mode using the provided USB cable.
If it does, the internal hardware of the controller could be damaged.
It could be the battery or the Bluetooth chipset.
In such scenarios, its best to claim warranties while you have them.
There is a small reset button inside it.
Use a paper clip to push and hold the button for around 5 seconds.
Connect the controller with the PS5 in wired mode.
Use the provided USB key in-C cable to connect the controller to PS5.
Now press the PlayStation logo, and the controller will pair itself.
Once paired, remove the USB cable.
have a go at connect the controller to the PC wirelessly now.
If it does not work, the Steam controller controls might be causing trouble.
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Open Steam.
Go to prefs > controller > General controller prefs.
Youll see a list of different controllers.
Choose PlayStation/ PS5 controller.
Find the shutdown time option.
It usually stays at 15 minutes by default.
Change it to never.
Find your PS5 controller and right-select it.
From the properties window, go to the power management tab.
Youll find an option that says, Allow the computer to turn off this rig to save power.
Click OK to save the setting.
A driver issue is a common one when it comes to controller issues.
Since the PS5 DualSense controller uses Bluetooth to connect wirelessly, the culprit might be the Bluetooth drivers.
From the list of devices, find your PS5 controller.
Then right-hit the controller and select Remove gadget.
On PC, go to prefs Devices Bluetooth and other devices.
Turn on Bluetooth if its not already.
Select Add Bluetooth or Other machine.
Press and hold the PlayStation button and the Share button together on your controller.
Youll see the controller start flashing a light.
Within a few seconds, the PC will detect the controller.
Youll now see the controller on the gear manager on PC.
Then right-punch it, select properties.
Then snag the checkbox Drivers for keyboard, mice, etc..
Finally, press Apply and then OK.
Right-press the Bluetooth icon from the system tray.
press Allow a machine to connect and follow along to connect the controller to the PC via Bluetooth.
Check out our separate post:PS5 Controller Update Greyed Out.
Can You Use A PS5 Controller On a PC?
Yes, its relatively easy to use the PS5 DualSense controller with your PC.
you could do so in both wired and wireless modes.
If your PC has a bang out-C port, a bang out-C to bang out-C cable is enough.
For wireless connectivity, your PC needs to have Bluetooth support, as the controller connects via Bluetooth.
How Do I Connect My PS5 Controller
The PS5 DualSense controller has a USB jot down-C port.
So, for a wired connection, use a USB key in-C to key in-A cable.
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FAQ
Question:How do you reset a PS5 controller?
Answer:On the back of the PS5 controller, theres a small hole.
Use a paper clip to push and hold the switch inside the hole for 5 seconds.
Then connect the controller to PS5 via USB cable.
Question:Why is my PS5 controller red?
Answer:When the battery level of the PS5 controller is low, the LED turns red.
So you should plug it in to continue playing or to charge.
Question:What does resetting a PS5 controller do?
Answer:Resetting a PS5 controller removes all the saved tweaks and configurations.
It should solve common connectivity issues with the controller too.
Final Thoughts
The PS5 DualSense controller can sometimes cause troubles by disconnecting all of a sudden.
It happens more while using it with the PC.
