PlayStation 5 Cables

Every PS5 console includes three cables: a C7 (IEC figure-8) power cable to connect the console to the mains, an HDMI cable to connect to your TV or monitor, and a USB-C to USB-A cable for charging the DualSense controller. The HDMI cable included is HDMI 2.1, though it's worth upgrading to a higher-quality certified cable if you want to get the best out of a 4K 120Hz display.

The cable included with the PS5 is around 1.5m, which many players find too short for comfortable use while gaming from the sofa. A 2m to 3m braided USB-C cable is the most popular choice — long enough to reach your console or a wall charger from a comfortable distance, without being unwieldy.

Not necessarily — it depends on your TV. If your TV supports 4K at 120Hz, you'll need an HDMI 2.1 cable (48Gbps bandwidth) to unlock the full performance. If your TV is a standard 4K/60Hz display or a 1080p screen, a good quality HDMI 2.0 cable will work without any issues. The PS5 will always output via HDMI regardless of which version cable you use — HDMI 2.1 simply unlocks the highest performance tier.

Yes, in most cases. Any USB charger that provides 5V output via a USB-A or USB-C port can charge the DualSense. However, avoid chargers that use aggressive fast-charging protocols (such as Qualcomm Quick Charge above 15W), as the DualSense is not designed for high-voltage fast charging and sustained use could affect battery longevity.