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Sony Game Consoles PS5 No Sound Through TV: How to Fix It Yourself

PS5 no sound is almost always a settings issue — either the audio output is set wrong, the HDMI cable is flaky, or the TV audio settings need adjusting. This is rarely a hardware failure.

⚡ Difficulty: Easy⏱ 5-15 minutes💰 Parts cost: $0–$20🔧 Tools: HDMI cable (for testing)

⚠️ Safety First

  • Always turn off the PS5 before disconnecting or connecting cables.

Parts You May Need

High-Speed HDMI 2.1 Cable

~$10–$20

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Step-by-Step Repair

  1. 1

    Check the obvious stuff

    Make sure your TV isn't muted and the volume is up. Check if other inputs (streaming apps, other consoles) have sound on the same TV. If everything else has sound except the PS5, the issue is with the PS5 connection or settings.

  2. 2

    Check PS5 audio output settings

    On the PS5, go to Settings > Sound > Audio Output. Make sure the output device is set to 'HDMI Device (TV)' and not a headset or other device. Set the audio format to 'Linear PCM' — this is the most compatible format. Bitstream formats can cause issues with some TVs.

  3. 3

    Try a different HDMI cable and port

    Unplug the HDMI cable from both the PS5 and the TV. Try a different HDMI port on the TV. If you have another HDMI cable, try that too. Damaged or loose HDMI cables are a common cause of audio dropout — the video signal sometimes works fine while audio fails.

  4. 4

    Check TV audio settings

    On your TV, go to audio settings and check if the audio output is set to 'TV Speakers' (not external speakers or ARC unless you have a soundbar connected). Some TVs have an 'HDMI Audio Format' setting that should be set to 'PCM' or 'Auto'. Also disable any virtual surround features temporarily.

  5. 5

    Restart the PS5 and TV

    Turn off the PS5 completely (not rest mode). Turn off the TV and unplug it for 30 seconds. Plug the TV back in, turn it on, then turn on the PS5. This clears the HDMI handshake and often resolves audio sync issues.

If That Didn't Work

  • Game-specific audio bug (check game settings)
  • Bluetooth headset paired and stealing audio output
  • HDMI-CEC conflicts between devices
  • Faulty PS5 HDMI port (rare)

When to Call a Professional

If no settings changes or cable swaps restore audio and the PS5 HDMI port looks physically damaged, the HDMI port may need resoldering — that's a specialized repair.

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