PS5: Placing the console vertically can destroy it

when Sony Officially introduced the PlayStation 5, future buyers first noted the particular design selection, to say the least, but For more than two years, the console has been tearing apart like hotcakes And just passed 30 million copies have been sold worldwide. But there may be a design problem.

Wololo It is already sounding the alarm by citing several console repairmen, including the French 68 Logic And Ben MontanaWho is the PlayStation 5 owners warned: put the console in Sony Vertically it can be destroyed. How do ? Well, because of the rather strange cooling system. The PS5 does not choose thermal paste at the processor level, but rather liquid metal, which is usually pressed against CPU. Other than that by gravity, When the console is placed vertically, this liquid metal will gradually flow out of its location, no longer ensuring the cooling of the processor. And that’s regardless of whether it’s a classic or digital PS5 model.

Of course, all of this should be taken with a grain of salt. These repairmen receive PS5s (and other hardware) that are no longer working properly, disassemble them and then monitor for damage. The liquid metal wandering problem is undoubtedly a real problem, but far from being generalized, millions of users have had their PlayStation 5 upright for months without any issue.… Currently ? from his side, Sony He hasn’t communicated about it, but the Japanese manufacturer does indicate that the PS5 can be placed vertically as well as horizontally, and the base is provided for both modes. And given the size of the beast, it is clear that the vertical position takes up less space …

As a reminder, PlayStation 5 inventory issues will very soon become history, even if the console is still being sold by invitation only. via Amazonfor 549.99 euros.

Clint 008 Writer – Examiner