PS4 in 2022

chris · Nov 4, 2022

I still use a PS4 (a original fat PS4 even). I don't have any issues with it. Everything is running fine except for one thing. The loud internal fan. The problem only comes up with some some of the more "high performance" games. Is there anything I can do to solve the issue? Are cooling stands something that can be used?

phil · Nov 4, 2022

Could it just need a good cleaning? Could be dusty

chris · Nov 4, 2022

Maybe it does. I haven't open it up to clean it. Only made sure the air vents are free of dirt.

Tress · Nov 4, 2022

chris said:
I still use a PS4 (a original fat PS4 even). I don't have any issues with it. Everything is running fine except for one thing. The loud internal fan. The problem only comes up with some some of the more "high performance" games. Is there anything I can do to solve the issue? Are cooling stands something that can be used?

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Probably dust, as @phil said.

Far · Nov 4, 2022

I would definitely clean it, it makes a world of difference and is pretty simple to do. That said, they are notoriously loud. Especially the fat systems trying to run newer games. I've never tried anything other than a clean myself as that always brought it down to acceptable levels for me.

chris · Nov 4, 2022

Far said:
I would definitely clean it, it makes a world of difference and is pretty simple to do. That said, they are notoriously loud. Especially the fat systems trying to run newer games. I've never tried anything other than a clean myself as that always brought it down to acceptable levels for me.

How deep did you clean it? Did you open up the PS4?

PatrThom · Nov 4, 2022

chris said:
How deep did you clean it? Did you open up the PS4?

A thorough cleaning WILL require opening up the unit, so if you don't feel comfortable doing that yourself, you may want to look around and see if there is anyone in your area who provides such a service.

Also today I learned the German version of TomsHardware closed in 2018. Sorry.

--Patrick

Far · Nov 4, 2022

chris said:
How deep did you clean it? Did you open up the PS4?

I fully opened it. The guide above is a good one.