How to Connect PlayStation 4 and 5 to Samsung Smart TV

Discover how to connect PlayStation 4 and 5 to your Samsung Smart TV for optimal gaming performance, including HDMI setup, HDR configuration, and Game Mode activation.

To connect your PlayStation 4 or 5 to a Samsung Smart TV, ensure you use the correct HDMI port, enable Game Mode, and configure HDR settings for the best visual experience. Follow these steps to optimize your gaming setup.

1. How to Connect Your PlayStation to a Samsung Smart TV

Follow these steps to connect your PlayStation 4 or 5 to your Samsung Smart TV:

1. Insert one end of the HDMI cable into the HDMI OUT port on your PlayStation console, and connect the other end to an HDMI IN port on your Samsung TV. For the best 4K 120Hz gaming experience, use the HDMI IN port labeled with a Game icon (typically HDMI IN 4).
2. Plug the power cable into the AC IN connector on your PlayStation console and connect it to a power outlet.
3. Turn on both your TV and PlayStation console. Press the Home button on your TV remote, navigate to Connected Devices in the Menu, and select your PlayStation console as the input source.

- Note: 4K 120Hz support may vary depending on your Samsung TV model.

- Note: Connection methods may differ slightly depending on your TV model.

2. How to Enable HDR on Your PlayStation and Samsung TV

To enhance your gaming and streaming experience with HDR, follow these steps:

1. On your PlayStation console, go to Settings.
2. Select Sound and Screen, then choose Video Output Settings.
3. Set HDR and Deep Color Output to Automatic.
4. Select Adjust HDR and follow the on-screen instructions to calibrate your display.

3. How to Manually Enable Input Signal Plus on Your Samsung TV

If your TV does not automatically enable Input Signal Plus when connected to your PlayStation, you can manually activate it:

- Note: For models released before 2018, the HDMI UHD Color setting serves as Input Signal Plus.

4. Supported Samsung Galaxy Devices

The features described in this guide are compatible with modern Samsung Smart TVs, including models from the QLED, Neo QLED, and Micro LED series. Ensure your TV supports HDMI 2.1 for optimal 4K 120Hz performance.

5. Additional Things to Check

- Verify that your HDMI cable supports 4K 120Hz and HDR for the best gaming experience.

- Update your PlayStation firmware and Samsung TV software to the latest versions.

- Ensure your TV's Game Mode is enabled for reduced input lag.

Related Samsung Support Topics

- How to optimize gaming settings on Samsung Smart TVs

- How to troubleshoot HDMI connection issues on Samsung TVs

- How to update Samsung Smart TV software