Cooling problem at PS5: Millions of consoles before the end! So save your device!

Cooling problem at PS5: Millions of consoles before the end! So save your device!

The suddenness with which this news spread can hardly be grasped: millions of Playstation 5 consoles may be threatened by the electronic waste. Older models in particular could soon be faced with massive problems, which are caused by a construction error. Users of the launch models report abrupt switch-offs during intensive gameness session, which is attributed to an malfunction of the innovative liquid metal cooling. This special cooling technique, which works with a gallium-based metal and better heated heat than conventional products, has led to unpleasant "dry spots" on the Apu with vertically operated consoles, such as [Chip] (https://www.chip.de/nachrichten/games-konsolen ,135704/wegen-kuehlluessheit-million-ps5-konsolen-drohen-ele-klotoschrott-werden_91e1275-4fc0-b0e0182a5650.html) reported.

What does that mean specifically for the players? Fear and uncertainty! The vertical position of the consoles in particular ensures that the coolant can drop into problematic areas due to gravity. This imbalance leads to local overheatings that automatically switch off the system for protection. Players who enjoy the titles such as "Call of Duty" or "Marvel’s Spider-Man 2" could suddenly be thrown out of the game without warning. According to [Winfuture] (https://winfuture.de/news. This is a remarkable number for millions of consoles sold!

The solution? Not in sight!

Although Sony has released models such as the PS5 Slim and the PS5 Pro, it remains questionable whether these measures are actually sufficient to prevent future failures. Thanks to additional grooves on the APU and the heat sink, the liquid metal should be kept better in place, but the effectiveness of these changes is considered uncertain. A worrying aspect is that many of the affected launch models are now outside the warranty period. As the experienced gamers know among us, repairs can be quite expensive in such cases.

Matthew Cassells, the founder of Alderon Games, has commented on the problem in a podcast and denounces the increasing errors in cooling. A survey by his company also shows that a large number of games are affected by the sudden switch -off. When asked whether the new models could not also have these errors, the answer remains open. The way it looks, the older consoles may be at risk in the next two years, as the [PC Welt] (https://www.pcwelt.de/article/2828000/Playstation-5-altere-drohen- through

tips for avoiding problems

What can owners do to avoid possible damage and extend the lifespan of your PS5? A recommendation is to operate the console horizontally to prevent the coolant from dripping in an uncontrolled manner. In addition, all ventilation slots should always be kept free to effectively support the cooling. Regular cleaning cannot hurt either. Despite all the advice, there is a queasy feeling: after all, it is unclear whether Sony offers the affected players a solution. It remains to be seen whether the company will respond with an official recall in the future.