How to Find Your IP Address on PS5
Your PlayStation 5 has both a private IP address on your home network and accesses the internet through your router's public IP. Knowing your PS5's private IP is essential for setting up port forwarding, assigning a static IP to reduce lag, and troubleshooting NAT type issues that affect online gaming.
How to Find Your PS5 IP Address
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | From the PS5 home screen, go to Settings (gear icon, top right) |
| 2 | Select Network |
| 3 | Select View Connection Status |
| 4 | Your IP Address (private), Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, and DNS are all displayed |
| 5 | The MAC Address (Wi-Fi or LAN) is also shown on this screen |
DHCP vs Static IP on PS5
By default the PS5 uses DHCP, meaning your router assigns its private IP automatically and it may change after a router restart. For gaming, a static private IP is recommended so your port forwarding rules in the router always point to the correct device. To set a static IP: Settings → Network → Settings → Set Up Internet Connection → your network → Advanced Settings → IP Address Settings → Manual. Use an address outside your router's DHCP pool range (e.g. 192.168.1.200) to avoid conflicts.
Understanding NAT Types on PS5
- NAT Type 1 (Open): PS5 is directly connected to the internet - Best for gaming but rare in home setups.
- NAT Type 2 (Moderate): PS5 is behind a router with correct port forwarding - The ideal home gaming setup.
- NAT Type 3 (Strict): Heavily restricted, usually behind double NAT or a carrier-grade NAT - Causes connection issues in many games.
- To improve NAT type, forward ports 80 (TCP), 443 (TCP), 1935 (TCP), 3478–3480 (TCP/UDP) to your PS5's static IP in your router settings.
- Enabling UPnP on your router allows the PS5 to open ports automatically, but reduces your router's security posture.