PS5 Controller: Easy PC Pairing Guide

The Sony DualSense is heralded as the best PS5 controller due to its innovative features, exceptional grip, and ergonomic design, enhancing your gaming experience on the PlayStation 5. However, integrating it with best gaming PCs may seem daunting at first, especially given the challenges faced with the DualShock 4. Fortunately, the DualSense offers much better PC compatibility, positioning it among the best PC controllers. Below, you'll find a straightforward guide on how to connect it.

Items Needed to Pair PS5 Controller with PC:

• Data-ready USB-C cable
• Bluetooth adapter for PC

Connecting your DualSense to a PC can be a bit tricky if you don't have the right equipment. The DualSense doesn't include a USB cable when purchased separately, and not all PCs come with built-in Bluetooth. To successfully pair your DualSense with a PC, you'll need a USB-C cable that supports data transfer. This can be either a C-to-C cable if your PC has a USB-C port, or a USB-C-to-A cable if you're using the traditional rectangular USB ports.

If your PC lacks Bluetooth, adding it is straightforward. There are numerous Bluetooth adapters available, from those that fit into a PCIe slot to simple USB plug-and-play options.

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How to Pair the PS5 Controller to PC over USB

1. Plug your chosen USB cable into an available port on your PC.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the USB-C port on your DualSense controller.
3. Wait for your Windows PC to detect the DualSense as a gamepad.

How to Pair the PS5 DualSense Controller to PC over Bluetooth

1. Open your PC's Bluetooth settings by pressing the Windows key, typing "Bluetooth", and selecting Bluetooth & other devices from the menu.
2. Click on Add Bluetooth or other device.
3. Choose Bluetooth in the pop-up window.
4. On your DualSense controller (ensure it's disconnected and powered off), press and hold the PS Button and the Create button (located next to the D-Pad) simultaneously until the light bar beneath the touchpad starts to blink.
5. On your PC, select your DualSense controller from the list of available Bluetooth devices.