Sony Interactive Entertainment / PlayStation 5 Slim Disc
PlayStation 5 Slim Disc Overheating & Shutting Down
25 mins medium verified
Symptoms
- - Fan spinning at maximum speed making high noise
- - System suddenly shuts down mid-game with a flashing indicator light
- - Warning message displayed on-screen about system thermal limits
Common Causes
- - Dust buildup blocking the heatsink and air intake vents
- - Playing in an enclosed cabinet or cramped area with poor air circulation
- - Thermal paste dry-out on the main APU or SoC processor chip
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