Gaming DNS Setup for PlayStation 5 (PS5)

Recommended DNS Servers for PS5 Gaming

These servers offer the best balance of speed, reliability, and security for gaming on PlayStation 5 (PS5):

Provider	Primary DNS	Secondary DNS	Best for
Cloudflare	`1.1.1.1`	`1.0.0.1`	Lowest latency, fastest resolution
Google DNS	`8.8.8.8`	`8.8.4.4`	Most reliable, widest compatibility
Quad9	`9.9.9.9`	`149.112.112.112`	Security filtering + DNSSEC
Cloudflare Family	`1.1.1.3`	`1.0.0.3`	Gaming + malware blocking

How to Change DNS on PlayStation 5 (PS5)

Follow these steps to configure custom DNS on your PS5:

Open Network Settings
Go to Settings > Network > Settings > Set Up Internet Connection.
Select your connection
Choose your active Wi-Fi or LAN connection, press the Options button, then select Advanced Settings.
Set DNS to Manual
Scroll to DNS Settings and change it from Automatic to Manual.
Enter primary DNS
Enter 1.1.1.1 as the Primary DNS (or your preferred server).
Enter secondary DNS
Enter 1.0.0.1 as the Secondary DNS.
Save and test
Press OK to save, then select Test Internet Connection to verify.

After changing DNS, test your connection to verify everything works. You may need to restart the device or clear the DNS cache.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best DNS for gaming on PlayStation 5 (PS5)?

Cloudflare (1.1.1.1) and Google (8.8.8.8) are the most popular choices for PlayStation 5 (PS5) gaming. Cloudflare tends to have slightly lower latency due to its massive anycast network, while Google offers the highest reliability. Run a benchmark from your network to determine which is fastest for you.

Does changing DNS on PlayStation 5 (PS5) improve gaming performance?

Changing DNS on PlayStation 5 (PS5) primarily improves connection setup times — how quickly you connect to game servers, matchmaking, and download updates. It does not reduce in-game ping once connected, since game traffic uses direct IP connections after the initial DNS resolution.

Can I use DNS-over-HTTPS on PlayStation 5 (PS5)?

PlayStation 5 (PS5) does not natively support DNS-over-HTTPS or DNS-over-TLS. To use encrypted DNS, configure it on your router instead, which will apply to all connected devices including your PS5.

Should I set DNS on my PS5 or on my router?

Setting DNS on your router applies the change to all devices on your network, which is simpler to manage. Setting it directly on your PS5 overrides the router setting for that device only. For gaming, setting it on the device ensures the DNS is always used, even on other networks.

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