Are you having issues with your PS5 controller not charging while in rest mode. well... you are in the right place. Here we will talk about why your controller is not charging in rest mode and how you can resolve this issue.
There are a few possible reasons why your PS5 controller is not charging in Rest mode. These include:
1. The controller may not be properly connected to the charging cable.
There are a few reasons why a controller may not be properly connect to the charging cable on a PS5. The most common reason is that the charging cable may not be properly seated in the controller or the PS5. Check to ensure that the cable is properly connected in both ends.
Another reason could be that the charging cable itself is faulty. Try using a different charging cable to see if that solves the problem. If the controller still does not charge properly, there may be an issue with the controller itself. In that case, you may need to try a different controller to see if it will charge.
Other possible reasons include a problem with the controller itself, such as a hardware fault. Additionally, the PS5's charging port may be damaged or not functioning properly. Try inserting a working pen drive or an external storage device to see if it gets recognized.
2. The controller's battery may be too low.
If the battery is completely drained, it may take a few minutes for the controller to start charging. It is normal for a PS5 controller to take longer to start charging when the battery is too low, as the battery will need more time to start charging normally.
The exact amount of time it takes to charge a PS5 controller will vary depending on a number of factors, including the age and condition of the controller's battery. You may want to leave it for while as the battery regains voltage and start charging normally. You can see How fast can I charge my DualSense on more about charging your PS5 controller.
3. PS5 Rest mode Settings Don't allow to charge your controller
The PS5's rest mode settings may be preventing the controller from charging. To check this, go to the PS5's Settings menu and select "Power Save Settings," then "Set Features Available in Rest Mode." Make sure the "Supply Power to USB Ports" option is enabled.
When you do this the controller will be able to charge when the PS5 is put in rest mode.
4. Software Issue
Another common reason why your PS5 controller is not charging in rest mode could be because of your controllers software. The PS5 has a software in it that ensure the controller is running smoothly. If there are issues with the software, It may prevent the PS5 controller from charging.
You can fix this by updating your controller using the PS5 or a PC.
To update the PS5 controller from the PS5 console you have to make sure your console is up to date. Now go into [Settings] > (Accessories) > (Controllers) > (Wireless controller device software). You should see an update available, Press X and then connect your controller to the PS5 through a USB cable.
Select update and the PS5 should show you a progress bar for the controller update.
If the Update selection is grayed out ensure that the USB cable is properly connected.
You can as well update the PS5 controller using a PC. To do this you must first download and install the firmware updater for DualSense controller from here.
Once you have installed it, open it and connect the DualSense controller through a USB cable. Now follow the on screen instructions to update the controller. It should tell you OK once the update is finished.
After you have updated the controller you can now connect it to your PS5 and see if it has started working in the games.
FAQs
Why does my PS5 controller keep disconnecting
There are many different reasons why the PS5 controller keeps disconnecting from the console. Let us go through some of the most common reasons:
1. The controller is not properly synced
When the controller is not properly synced with the PS5 console it will keep disconnecting from the console. You can simply fix this by resetting the controller and then resync it to the PS5.
To reset your PS5 controller find a small hole behind the controller just next to the word Sony. You can use a paper clip or a SIM card tray eject tool to press in the hole. You should hear a button click when you push through the hole. Press and hold the button for 5 seconds and then release. Now connect it to the console through a USB cable. You have now successfully reset you PS5 controller.
2. The controllers battery maybe low
This is one the most common reasons why the PS5 controller keeps disconnecting from your PS5. When the battery is low sometime the PS5 will not display a message saying the controller is battery low and needs charging.
The controller will just disconnect and continue disconnecting every time you turn it on.
All you have to do is connect the controller to the console using the USB cable to charge it. This way your controller will stay connected to the console as it is taking charge.
3. Other wireless devices maybe interfering
When you have many wireless devices such as phones, smart TVs, routers, other controllers, Laptops etc. in the same location as the PS5 the controller will be disconnecting because there will too many frequencies and the controller may not keep a connection.
Try to turn off some of the wireless devices that are not in use and if the controller will keep a connection.
Can I update my PS5 controller without internet
Yes you can update the PS5 controller without internet as long as your PS5 console is on the latest update. The PS5 controllers update usually comes with the PS5 System update.
This means that when you update your PS5 console, It is bundled together with the controller update. You can update your controller offline by going into [Settings] > (Accessories) > (Controllers) > (Wireless controller device software). You should see an update available, Press X and then connect your controller to the PS5 through a USB cable.
Select update and the PS5 should show you a progress bar for the controller update.
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