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PS5 crisis: Sudden shutdowns cause gamer panic!
Reports of a liquid metal problem with PS5 consoles are alarming gamers. Automatic shutdowns and possible defects are topics of discussion.
PS5 crisis: Sudden shutdowns cause gamer panic!
Just as the PlayStation 5 (PS5) promised gamers new heights of gaming enjoyment, dark clouds loom over Sony and its enthusiastic fans. More and more PS5 owners are reporting that their consoles suddenly shut down. These disturbing reports bring back memories of the Xbox 360's infamous "Red Ring of Death." chip Around 2-3% of gamers have problems with their PS5, which is a significant proportion given the millions of units sold.
The cause? A problem with liquid metal cooling. Reports indicate that when consoles are placed vertically, coolant can not only drip, but also leave “dry spots” that lead to overheating. This ensures that the console switches off automatically to avoid damage. It is questionable whether the newer models, which have been on the market since 2023, can correct these defects, as Sony has not yet announced an official recall.
Technical challenges and solutions
Technically speaking, the PS5 offers impressive features: an 8-core AMD Zen 2 CPU, an RDNA 2 GPU that enables 4K gaming and up to 120 FPS, and 825 GB of specialized storage. Still, players have no official tools to monitor the temperature of their consoles, making problem detection and troubleshooting much more difficult, like PCWorld notes.
“The liquid metal dissipates heat better than conventional thermal pastes,” explained Matthew Cassells from Alderon Games in the Broken Silicon Podcast. But impatient gamers who want to rely on support for older models are unfortunately learning that many of these consoles are no longer under warranty. It remains unclear whether Sony will offer a helpful program for repairing affected devices.
Tips to extend lifespan
For PS5 owners who are worried, there are some simple steps that can help extend the console's lifespan. It is recommended to store the console horizontally as the liquid metal problem is more likely with vertical devices. You should also keep the ventilation slots clear and clean them regularly to support cooling.
Reports of the PS5 problem are increasing, and while some new revisions of the console have been equipped with grooves to better control the liquid metal, the actual effectiveness of these measures remains questionable. Unfortunately, this could mean owners of the first released PS5 models face serious disruptions in the near future TheGamer.
Whether Sony will present a solution in the near future remains as uncertain as the future of many PlayStation consoles. Gamers in the Rhineland and beyond fervently hope that their passionate gaming evenings do not have to end unintentionally.