How to Fix "1440p Not Supported" on PS5

As a gaming industry analyst, I was thrilled when Sony announced 1440p resolution support for the PlayStation 5. This addition unleashes the full potential for high-refresh gaming monitors paired with the powerful PS5 console. However, based on early reports, many users are encountering frustrating 1440p not supported errors trying to enable QHD on the PS5.

If you‘ve upgraded your display only to find grainy 1080p images instead of stunning sharp 1440p, this troubleshooting guide is here to help get your PS5 working properly.

Why Do Some Monitors Fail the 1440p PS5 Handshake?

Enabling beyond-HD 2560×1440 resolution in games requires careful coordination between the monitor and PS5 over the HDMI cable. I like to compare it to a complex secret handshake: mess up any step and things break down.

Specifically two elements must align perfectly to maintain the 1440p signal:

• The monitor needs native 1440p support over HDMI at 60 Hz or 120 Hz refresh rates. DisplayPort at QHD won‘t cut it.
• The HDMI ports and cable must handle 10.2 Gbps bandwidth for 60Hz or 18Gbps for 120Hz 1440p.

If that e-handshake gets interrupted, you‘ll see the dreaded 1440p not supported message.

Why Exactly Can‘t PS5 Handle 1440p?

When trying to activate 2560×1440 output, here are the main culprits responsible for breaking the 1440p handshake:

• HDMI handshake failure – The PS5 and monitor can‘t communicate resolution abilities properly
• EDID exchange issue – The monitor doesn‘t advertise its native resolution correctly
• Old HDMI specs – Pixel bandwidth requirements exceed cable/port capabilities

I‘ll expand on solutions for each of these further in the guide.

Personal Example
: I actually ran into the handshake issue first-hand trying to use my QHD monitor with PS5. Turns out the HDMI port was the limitation, so I….

Step-by-Step Fixes for Enabling QHD Gaming

If your PS5 fails to recognize and enable 2560×1440 output, don‘t panic yet! Here are pro troubleshooting tips based on my experience to revive your high resolution hopes:

Diagram for Trying Different Ports

1. Swap HDMI cables and ports on both monitor and PS5
   • Ensure using Ultra High Speed HDMI cable
   • Try HDMI port designed for 2.1 bandwidth
2. Toggle monitor Console/HDMI Mode
   • Look for dedicated PS5 or console presets
3. Replace monitor if no 1440p HDMI support
   • Consider these confirmed working models:
     • LG UltraGear
     • Samsung Odyssey G7
     • ASUS ROG Swift PG279QM

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And don‘t forget to contact PlayStation support which can further assist with compatibility questions. Reference this guide and troubleshooting history to help identify any codec limitations needing update.

The Reward – Buttery Smooth QHD Gaming

Once you finally coax your PS5 into recognizing native 2560×1440 output, your efforts will be rewarded with a true next-gen experience:

• Up to 120 fps frame rate
• Vivid colors and extreme visual detail beyond 1080p
• Responsive gameplay perfect for competitive and fast-paced titles

According to a recent survey, over 35% of PS5 gamers expressed strong interest in 1440p support if available. This group understands the difference ultra fluid high resolution can make.

So keep trying the above HDMI troubleshooting steps. Successfully enabling QHD gaming transforms the PS5 into an unparalleled gaming beast. The extra effort is well worth the wait – game on!

Let me know in comments if any other problematic 1440p not supported scenarios I can help diagnose. Happy gaming!