Advice on PlayStation 4 gaming setup

Written by Kasper

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19 May 2025

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Advice on PlayStation 4 gaming setup

Before you can show your skills on the PlayStation Network, a good gaming setup for online games is important for your PlayStation 4. With the right accessories and peripherals, you'll be ready to compete online. You can read what exactly you do and don't need on this page.

PlayStation 4 console

PlayStation 4

The most important piece of the puzzle is the PS4 itself. Without the console, you won't get anywhere. If you don't have a PlayStation 4 yet, you have to buy one first. A good PlayStation for online gaming has the following properties:

  • 1TB storage space
Gaming on PlayStation 4 with headset.

Gaming headset

A headset it important for online gaming. Preferably one with surround sound, so you can hear the sounds from different directions. You're more aware of your surroundings this way, which is useful for the competitive ladder of your favorite online game. A headset for online gaming has the following properties:

  • Surround sound
All gaming headsets for PlayStation
Place PlayStation controller in charger.

Chargers for controllers

Nothing is as inconvenient as an empty controller during a multiplayer round. Luckily, there are useful chargers for your controllers. Sometimes, you can even charge multiple controllers at the same time with certain chargers.

Fortnite on PlayStation 4 and television.

Gaming television

Just like the PlayStation itself, a television is a must-have to display your games. No matter if you play fast-paced games as Call of Duty or slower paced games like Red Dead Redemption, a low input lag prevents stutters on the screen. A good television is important for the best online experience and it has the following properties:

  • Maximum response time of 20ms
Gaming on PlayStation 4 and gaming monitor.

Gaming monitor

If you play many fast shooters, you might prefer a monitor. A monitor often has a lower input lag than a television. This way, you see the actions of the buttons your press on the screen sooner. A good monitor for the PlayStation 4 has these properties:

  • 24 or 27-inch screen size
  • 60Hz refresh rate
  • 1ms response time (super fast)
  • QHD or 4K resolution

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Article by Kasper

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