Intense speculation surrounds the upcoming PlayStation 6 after fresh leaks from deep industry sources like Moore’s Law Is Dead and AMD insiders.
Codenames such as Orion (main console APU) and Canis (handheld) now dominate tech forums.
Both chips reportedly use AMD’s advanced Zen 6 CPU architecture paired with next-gen RDNA 5 GPU cores on a 3 nm process, offering potential features like AI upscaling, advanced ray tracing, and possibly 24 GB RAM.
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Behind the scenes, AMD’s “Project Amethyst” initiative is designed to push PlayStation hardware beyond PS5 capabilities.
Sony appears to have chosen AMD over Intel to ensure smoother backward compatibility and platform continuity.
Analysts place the launch of PS6 in the 2028–2029 window, with a potential handheld system arriving alongside or shortly after launch.
If the reports hold true, PS6 will redefine console ecosystems—bridging living-room and portable play under one brand.
Key Details:
- APU Codenames: Orion powers the console; Canis is tied to the handheld.
- Hardware Spec: Built on Zen 6 + RDNA 5 architecture, rumored to offer up to 24 GB RAM.
- Platform Strategy: Sony chose AMD over Intel for backward compatibility with PS5, boosting spec continuity.
- Launch Window: Expected release between 2028–2029, possibly with handheld debut.
- Why It Matters: A combined console + handheld PS6 would redefine how gamers transition between in-house and mobile play.
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