How to fix ‘internet connection quality isn’t sufficient for game streaming’ on PS5

The PlayStation 5 has been a game-changer ever since its release. With its powerful hardware and advanced features, it has revolutionized the gaming industry. One of the most significant features of the PS5 is its ability to stream games, but as with any online activity, a strong internet connection is crucial. Unfortunately, many PS5 users face the common issue of 'internet connection quality isn't sufficient for game streaming'. In this blog post, we'll discuss how to fix this issue and get your PS5 streaming games smoothly once again.

Before we dive into the troubleshooting steps, it's important to understand the minimum internet speed required for game streaming on PS5. The recommended speed for streaming games is 5 Mbps (megabits per second). Anything below this speed can cause lag, buffering, and the dreaded 'internet connection quality isn't sufficient for game streaming' error message.

One of the primary causes of slow internet speed is multiple devices using the same network simultaneously. If you have other devices downloading or streaming content, it can cause your PS5 to have a slower internet connection. Pause or stop any ongoing downloads or streams on other devices to free up bandwidth for your PS5.

If your PS5 is far away from the wireless access point, it can cause a weak Wi-Fi signal resulting in slow internet speed. Moving the access point closer to the PS5 can help to improve the Wi-Fi signal strength and increase the internet speed.

Wi-Fi is convenient, but it's not always reliable. A wired Ethernet connection can provide a more stable and faster internet connection. Connect your PS5 to the modem or router using an Ethernet cable to see if it improves the internet speed.

Power cycling your networking devices can help to refresh the connection and clear any cache or memory issues. Turn off all your networking devices (modem, router, etc.) and unplug them from the power source. Wait for a few minutes and then plug them back in and turn them on.

Sometimes, the issue may not be with your internet connection but with the PlayStation Network servers. Check the current status of PlayStation Network to see if there are any issues with the cloud servers. If there are any issues, you'll have to wait until they're resolved to stream games on your PS5.