Have you purchased a new PS5 console and looking for ways to connect it to your Roku TV? If so, this guide will provide you with the possible methods to connect the PS5. After a successful connection, you can play games with advanced features like HDR, Auto Low-Latency Mode, Variable Refresh Rate, FreeSync, etc.
How to Connect PS5 to Roku TV
- After turning off your Roku TV, fetch an HDMI cable and plug one end into the PS5’s HDMI port.
- Then, connect the other end to your Roku TV.
- Now, power on the devices using the respective remote control. Upon this connection, you will have to change the input.
- To do this, press the Home button on the Roku remote and then navigate to the Settings option.
- Scroll down to select the TV Input option under this section.
- Choose the HDMI input from which your PS5 is connected.
- By switching the input of your Roku TV, you can start using the PS5 console on your Roku TV and play games without interruption.
Note: Before playing games, make sure to connect your PS5 console to the DualSense controller via Bluetooth or cables.
How to Enable 4K Resolution on PS5
As a basic fact, Roku and PS5 modules are compatible with 4K resolution. By enabling these features, you can experience the 4K graphics on your gaming console in style.
However, this setting is not enabled by default, and thus, it becomes tough for users to enable it. However, I have listed the detailed steps on how to enable 4K graphics on PS5 games on your Roku TV in the following list.
On PS5
Make sure to enable the following features on your PS5 console. You can find all these features on your PlayStation settings.
- Resolution: Open Screen and Video > Video Output > Resolution > select 2160p.
Under the same section, turn on VRR and 120 Hz support on PS5 for better refresh rates and smooth gameplay.
- Game Presets: Open Saved Data and Game/App Settings > Game Presets > choose Performance Mode or Resolution Mode.
This will enhance the FPS and 4K resolution for your gaming.
On Roku
Besides configuring PS5 settings, you should also make changes to your Roku to experience the best visual. To do that,
- Go to Settings > TV Inputs > choose your PS5 input > Select HDMI Mode > click on HDMI 2.0.
This will help your external devices to process 4K 60Hz resolution on your Roku TV.
Connect PS5 Controller to Roku TV
Besides connecting the PS5 console, you can directly pair the PS5 DualSense controller to your Roku TV.
- To connect the PS5 controller, press the PS button in the middle of your device to put the controller in pairing mode.
- Then, press the Home button on the remote and hit the Settings option.
- Hit the Remotes & Devices option and select Pair New Device.
- Upon that, pick the Bluetooth Device option.
- It browses for the nearby active devices, where you have to choose your PS5 Controller on the list.
After making a successful connection, you can navigate and use the controller to play games on your Roku TV.
Once finished playing games, you might want to disconnect the PS5 from the TV. To do that, turn off both devices and properly plug out the HDMI cable from the Roku TV and the gaming console. Upon disconnecting, you can restart your Roku TV and use it as usual.
Moreover, you can join our community forum for discussions about Roku TV and learn valuable insights.
FAQ
This might be due to the loose connection of the PS5 device. Sometimes, the firmware bugs on the PS5 or Roku can cause this issue.
No. You cannot connect PS5 to Roku TV wirelessly.
