Pair DualSense with a PS5 using a USB data cable and the PS button; after registration, the controller can reconnect wirelessly. A charge-only cable may power it without completing the pairing path.
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How to check or set it up
- Turn on the PS5 and connect the DualSense using a USB data cable.
- Press the PS button to associate the controller with a user.
- After pairing, disconnect the cable to use the controller wirelessly.
Relevant documented relationships
| Model | Game / use context | Evidence status | Connection | Conditions and limits | Official evidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DualSense Wireless Controller | Controller-supported games | Documented with conditions | USB, Bluetooth | Check game and feature support | Pair and connect DualSense with PS5 — Sony Interactive Entertainment, checked 2026-10-30 |
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Official evidence and scope
- Pair and connect DualSense with PS5 — Sony Interactive Entertainment, checked 2026-10-30
- DualSense on PC, Mac and mobile — Sony Interactive Entertainment, checked 2026-10-30
- PS5: The Ultimate FAQ — Sony Interactive Entertainment, checked 2026-10-30
Initial research dated 2026-10-30; later source additions are dated individually above. Basic input, advanced features, charging, and wake behavior are evaluated separately where the source addresses them. No hands-on test is claimed.
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