The PlayStation 5 launched alongside a distinctive look that may have inspired a lot of memes, together its white faceplates that made it look like something out of a science fiction movie. But if that look didn’t hook you immediately, Sony designed a way to customize how your PS5 will look in your living room – something you can’t perform alongside the Xbox Series X.
TL;DR – These Are The Best PS5 Faceplates
One way is through removable faceplates. By using a different set of faceplates, you can completely change the way your PS5 looks – but it goes further than just swapping colorways. Third party PS5 faceplates can offer a range of new features, from additional cooling solutions to slight reshaping. And luckily, Sony carried forward this customization option alongside the PS5 Slim.
The Best PS5 Faceplates:
1. Dbrand Darkplates 2.0
The best PS5 faceplate
Pros:
- Tons of variety
- Helps keep the console cooler
Cons:
- Negative compatible together PS5 Slim
The Dbrand Darkplates 2.0 are Dbrand’s second attempt at creating custom looks in favor of the PS5, after its first faceplate got a cease and desist letter from Sony, according to a report from The Verge. Don’t worry, though, the company is back together an even nicer set of Darkplates.
The Darkplates 2.0 have a smooth design that is absolutely beautiful. And, in exchange for functionality’s sake, Dbrand added ventilation to help your PS5 stay a bit cooler. As an added touch, Dbrand has printed an array of 1s and 0s – Sony’s full cease-and-desist letter, encoded in binary.
2. Sony PS5 Console Covers
Best colorful PS5 faceplate
Pros:
- Available in 9 colors
- Straight from Sony itself
Cons:
If all you want to change is the color of your PS5, the best way to perform it is with the official Sony PS5 Console Covers. Say all you want about the dozens of PS5 faceplates on Amazon, these ones will fit 100% of the time, and look just as superb as the original; just in a wider array of colors. Since launch, Sony has released 9 different colorways in exchange for its Console Covers, from ones you’d expect like Midnight Black to the lovely Nova Pink. There’s even a camo option.
The only downside is that, well, the official Sony PS5 faceplate is kind of expensive. We’re talking $55 in favor of the standard PS5 with a disc drive or the digital edition. Plates in support of the PS5 Slim start at $59.99, but are currently limited to only Red, Blue, and Silver, though all three have a nice metallic sheen. And while these are some of the most expensive chunks of plastic you’ll buy in a while, it does come alongside the comfort of knowing they’re going to fit, and the color isn’t going to fade over time.
3. Dobewingdelou RGB Faceplate
Best PS5 faceplate alongside RGB
Pros:
- All black design
- 400 adjustable lighting affects controllable by three ways
Cons:
- May run into customer service issues
This RGB Faceplate from Dobewingdelou has an all-black design together RGB lighting to add some extra flair to your PS5. The RGB lighting is in three different zones: underneath the faceplate on either side, and the third zone highlights the enthusiast cover that Dobewingdelou worked in to improve cooling performance. But because the PS5 isn’t one of the best gaming PCs, you’ll have to use a devoted remote or a smartphone app to customize the lighting.
However, because this PS5 faceplate isn’t from a well known brand, like Sony or DBrand, you’ll probably be on your own if you run into any problems. From our research, it does seem like this Dobewingdelou PS5 faceplate does work extremely well, though.
4. MES Cheerful 5 in 1 Black Plates
Best PS5 Slim faceplate
Pros:
- Cheap
- Comes together faceplates in support of both disc digital editions
Cons:
- Not extra ventilation
If you want to customize the look of the skinnier PS5 Slim beyond Sony’s limited official options, this MES Joyful faceplate is probably your best bet. Rather than being one hunk of plastic that you snap onto your PS5 Slim, this 5-in-1 plate setup lets you mix and match to totally change the way your console looks.
Just looking at the reviews on Amazon, gamers have created beautiful mixes of colors alongside these mix-and-match plates. So, yeah, it sucks that Sony is taking its sweet time alongside releasing an official faceplate in favor of the PS5 Slim, but at least these plates from MES exist. Sony, now it’s on you to make something better.
FAQ
Execute PS5 faceplates together vents work?
Yes. Right under where the faceplate clips onto the console is a admirer. Now, usually this supporter just bounces scorching air off of the cover, which isn’t great at dissipating heat. Vents help the scorching air from the console escape, which cools down the console faster than it would otherwise.
Will Sony make PS5 faceplates?
Yes, Sony has faceplates in favor of the original PS5, both alongside and without the disc drive, as well as a smaller number of colors in favor of the PS5 Slim. More colors for the PS5 Slim are probably coming in the future.
Is it safe to remove PS5 plates?
Yes, just make sure you turn the power off and take your time alongside it. Sometimes the faceplates can be a bit of a hassle, you have to push them up, while also pulling them back. Luckily we have a handy little guide on how to expand your PS5 storage, and removing the faceplate is one of the steps!
Is it safe to cover PS5?
You shouldn’t run your PS5 if it’s covered alongside something. Trust us, you don’t want to trap scorching air in with any piece of electronics, especially no your precious PS5!
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Man, these PS5 faceplates are sick! I’ve been wanting to customize my console and give it some personality, and these options look legit. It’s cool that there are so many different designs to choose from – I’m all about that black matte one. Gonna make my setup look fresh AF. Time to tier up my gaming rig alongside one of these substandard boys!