How to Turn Off PS5 Console, Controller, and Microphone

Learn how to turn off your PS5 console, controller, and microphone.

Follow simple steps to power down your console with or without a controller, mute your DualSense microphone, and turn off the controller when not in use.

Turn Off PS5 with a Controller

  1. Press the PlayStation button on the DualSense controller.
  2. Go to the Power button in the quick menu and press X.
  3. Select “Turn Off PS5” in the sub-menu.

Put PS5 into Rest Mode

To put PS5 into rest mode, select “Enter Rest Mode” instead of “Turn Off PS5” in the quick menu.

Turn Off PS5 without a Controller

  1. Find the power button on the PS5 console (the larger one).
  2. Press and hold the button until you hear two beeps to turn it off.

Turn Off PS5 Controller

  1. Press the PlayStation button on the controller.
  2. Go to the Accessories icon in the quick menu.
  3. Select your controller from the list and choose “Turn Off.”

Turn Off PS5 Controller Microphone

  1. Press the horizontal mute button under the PlayStation button on the controller.
  2. The button will turn orange when the mic is muted.

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