November 20th 2024.
It's hard to believe, but the PlayStation 6 may be just a few years away. Exciting details are already starting to surface about Sony's next-generation console, with rumors suggesting that it may even take the form of a handheld device. While the PS5 Pro has only just been released, the buzz around the PS6 is already starting to build.
Sony has dropped hints about their plans for the future in various interviews, teasing that the PS6 will offer more than just improved graphics. However, the exact launch date for the console is still unknown, with some speculating that it could be as late as 2026 or 2027. This timeline seems to align with a new rumor about the console's architecture, which also supports the idea that Sony is working on a handheld version of the PlayStation.
According to a reputable hardware leaker on the Chinese forum Chiphell, the PS6 will use AMD's next-generation UDNA architecture. This GPU is said to be a combination of AMD's RDNA 4 and CDNA architectures, with the PlayStation 5 and PS5 Pro currently utilizing RDNA 2. It's also been reported that the upcoming AMD Radeon RX 9000 series and MI400 will also use the UDNA GPU, with mass production expected to begin in the second half of 2026. This suggests that the earliest release date for the PS6 would be late 2026.
While it's still unclear whether the PS6's CPU will be AMD's Zen 4 or Zen 5, it's interesting to note that the leaker also suggests that the next-gen portable version of the console will also use AMD hardware. This is not surprising, as AMD has been powering Sony's consoles since the PlayStation 4. However, it does add more weight to the idea that a handheld console is in the works. It's still unknown whether this handheld will be a remote player like the PlayStation Portal or a standalone device like the PS Vita.
In addition to the PS6, the leaker also claims that Microsoft's planned handheld device will use either AMD or Qualcomm hardware. However, there are no details yet about its specs or performance. In September, a report surfaced claiming that Sony chose AMD over Intel to power the PS6 due to profit margins and to avoid issues with backwards compatibility.
Although Sony has not officially confirmed the existence of the PS6 or a handheld version, the mounting evidence suggests that the next generation of gaming may be closer than we think. This is at a time when many players have yet to upgrade to the PS5 or Xbox Series X/S.
In other gaming news, the PS5 Pro was launched earlier this month, offering even more power and features than its predecessor. To stay updated on all things PlayStation, be sure to follow us on Twitter, leave a comment below, and sign up for our newsletter. You can also easily submit your own Inbox letters and Reader's Features through our Submit Stuff page. And in case you're craving something different, don't forget to check out the weirdest PS5 accessory ever, courtesy of Pizza Hut – and it's free! Plus, massive discounts on the PS5 Slim and PSVR2 have been leaked for Black Friday, and the PS5 Pro has already received a price cut in the UK. Stay tuned for all the latest updates.
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