"Guide: Connect PS5 Controller to PC Easily"

The Sony DualSense stands out as the best PS5 controller thanks to its innovative features, comfortable grip, and excellent ergonomics, enhancing your gaming experience on the PlayStation 5. However, syncing it with best gaming PCs might seem daunting, reminiscent of the challenges faced with the DualShock 4. Fortunately, the DualSense offers much better PC compatibility, placing it among the best PC controllers. Let's dive into how straightforward it is to connect your DualSense to a PC.

Items Needed to Pair PS5 Controller with PC:

• Data-ready USB-C cable
• Bluetooth adapter for PC

Connecting your DualSense to a PC can be a bit tricky if you're not prepared. The controller doesn't come with a USB cable when purchased separately, and not all PCs have built-in Bluetooth. To pair your DualSense with a PC, you'll need a USB-C cable that supports data transfer (beware of cheaper cables that only provide power). This can be a USB-C-to-C if your PC has a USB-C port, or a USB-C-to-A for traditional rectangular USB ports.

If your PC lacks Bluetooth, adding it is straightforward. There are numerous Bluetooth adapters available, ranging from those that fit into a PCIe slot to simpler USB port options.

Our Top Pick

Creative BT-W5 Bluetooth Transmitter

See it at Amazon

How to Pair the PS5 Controller to PC over USB

1. Plug your selected USB cable into an open port on your PC.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the USB-C port on your DualSense controller.
3. Wait for your Windows PC to recognize the DualSense controller as a gamepad.

How to Pair the PS5 DualSense Controller to PC over Bluetooth

1. Access your PC’s Bluetooth settings by pressing the Windows key, typing “Bluetooth”, and selecting **Bluetooth & other devices** from the menu.
2. Click **Add Bluetooth or other device**.
3. Choose **Bluetooth** in the pop-up window.
4. On your DualSense controller (ensure it's disconnected and powered off), press and hold the PS Button and Create button (next to the D-Pad) simultaneously until the light bar under the touchpad starts blinking.
5. On your PC, select your DualSense controller from the list of available Bluetooth devices.