This tutorial covers two different ways to turn off the PlayStation 5. You’ll learn how to use and manage other power options on the PS5.

This tutorial applies to the Standard and Digital edition of the PlayStation 5. In order to improve your gaming experience, we recommend using a PlayStation 4.

1. Turn Off PS5 From the Power Menu

You can turn off your console from the power menu in the PS5 control center.

The “Restart PS5” power option shuts down the console and turns it back on immediately.

2. Turn Off PS5 Without Your Controller

There’s a dedicated power button on the front of PlayStation 5 consoles that you can press and hold for 3-5 seconds to turn off your PS5.

When your PS5 beeps twice or when you see a “Preparing to turn off your PS5…” message on your screen, release the power button.

Shut Down vs. Rest Mode: What’s Different?

PlayStation 5 shuts down all applications and powers down the console. If you turn it back on, nothing works until you turn it off.

-You have used the PS5’s power for a certain amount of time (usually 10 minutes). -You have not used the PS5’s power for a certain amount of time (usually 30 minutes). -The PS4 has been turned off.

Your phone is constantly checking for new messages, updates, and other notifications. If you don’t check it regularly, your battery will start to die. ..

In Rest Mode, your PS5 suspends active apps/games and disables audio/video output. However, the console stays connected to the internet and supplies power to the USB ports. So, your PS5 can charge your DualSense controller and download updates while in Rest Mode.

The PlayStation 5 uses more power in Rest Mode than when it is active. You can customize features available in Rest Mode to lower your PS5’s power consumption.

How to Put Your PS5 in Rest Mode

Press the PS button on your controller, select the Power icon in the control center and press the R3 button. ..

If you want to turn off your PlayStation 5, press and hold the Power button for a few seconds and let go.

Your PlayStation 5 should blink an orange light as it enters the “Rest Mode” mode. The indicator light stays solid orange when in this mode.

How to Get PS5 Out of Rest Mode

To wake your PS5 from Rest Mode, press the PS button on your controller. ..

Customize and Manage Rest Mode Features on Your PS5

To customize the features available in Rest Mode on your PlayStation 5, follow these steps:

  1. Open the PlayStation 5 Settings menu.
  2. Scroll down to the bottom and select “Rest Mode.”
  3. Toggle the “On” checkbox to enable Rest Mode.

You can customize how long your PlayStation 5 stays inactive before entering Rest Mode.

PS5 Won’t Turn Off? How to Fix

If your PlayStation 5 won’t turn off, update the console’s system software. If that doesn’t work, try updating the software on your PS4.

If your PlayStation 4 won’t turn off or exit Rest Mode, please contact PlayStation Support. ..

How NOT to Turn Off Your PS5

If you turn off your PS5 from the power menu or use the physical power button before unplugging the AC power cord, your PS5 will not be affected and can continue to function.