Sony has rolled out the PlayStation Portal update 7.1.7, which sets the device’s default charging limit to 80% to support long-term battery health. Owners can raise the limit again, but Sony warns that charging beyond 80% may affect battery performance and long-term health.
PlayStation Portal update 7.1.7 changes the charge limit
The new firmware changes how the Portal charges rather than promising extra hours from each session. After installing PlayStation Portal update 7.1.7, the device defaults to an 80% charge limit. The setting can be changed under Settings > System > Battery, according to the patch notes reported by PlayStation LifeStyle.
That approach is aimed at reducing the time the lithium-ion battery spends at full charge. It may be useful for owners who leave the Portal connected to a charger between sessions, although the update does not change the published battery capacity or guarantee a longer runtime in every game.
MP1st reports that the Portal typically lasts around five to seven hours, with brightness, volume and haptics affecting that figure. The outlet’s report on the update also notes that the device’s battery is not intended to be user-replaceable, making long-term battery wear a rather less abstract concern.
What else is included in the PS Portal firmware
The update also asks owners to keep PlayStation Link devices on their latest firmware. Sony says a compatible PlayStation Link device should be connected to a PS5 or PC using its PlayStation Link USB adapter for the update process. The remaining changes cover system software performance, stability, messages and usability on some screens.
The official PlayStation Portal software update page has not yet listed version 7.1.7 in its version history, so the detailed patch notes currently come from the outlet reports. Sony’s earlier Portal update added a 1080p High Quality mode, covered in our previous PlayStation Portal update report. The PS5 has also received a separate recent system update.
For most owners, the practical choice is simple: keep the 80% limit if the Portal spends much of its time docked or plugged in, and switch to 100% when a longer session matters more. The setting is reversible, but the battery-health trade-off is not.
Does the PlayStation Portal update increase battery life?
It does not promise more hours per charge. The 80% limit is intended to reduce long-term battery wear, especially when the Portal stays plugged in.
Can the PlayStation Portal still charge to 100%?
Yes. Owners can raise the limit in Settings > System > Battery, although Sony warns that charging above 80% may affect long-term battery health.
Do PlayStation Link accessories need an update?
Sony says PlayStation Link devices should use the latest device software to connect to the Portal. The update can be installed by connecting the accessory to a PS5 or PC with its USB adapter.
