Sony's Next-Gen Console Plans Leak: Early PS6 and Handheld Specs Suggest 2027 Launch Target

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Sony may have just launched the PS5 Pro, but leaks are already giving us a peek at what’s coming next. A new video from tech YouTuber Moore’s Law Is Dead has revealed early details about the PlayStation 6 and a new Sony handheld—both of which are reportedly targeting a release as early as mid-2027. That’s just two years away, and while things can still change, the leaks suggest Sony is already deep into planning its next big move.

According to the video, Sony is once again partnering with AMD to power its next-gen hardware. This isn’t a big surprise, especially considering their recent collaboration under Project Amethyst, which focuses on AI upscaling tech. The latest info reportedly comes from a mix of older AMD documentation and more recent updates, so while the specs sound exciting, it’s worth remembering that nothing is set in stone just yet.

The PlayStation 6 is reportedly codenamed “Orion” and packs some serious punch. We’re talking about 8 Zen 6 (or newer) CPU cores, 40 to 48 RDNA 5 compute units running at over 3GHz, and GDDR7 memory running on a 160- or 192-bit bus. The console is expected to have a 160W power draw and deliver around three times the rasterization performance of the PS5, all while keeping backward compatibility with PS4 and PS5 games. The potential launch window? Somewhere between mid-2027 and early 2028.

Leaked PlayStation 6 specs include chiplet design, backward compatibility, and likely 2027-2028 release  (Image Credit: Moore's Law is Dead).

Alongside Orion, Sony seems to be working on a portable system codenamed “Canis”. This handheld could feature 4 Zen 6c cores, 12 to 20 RDNA 5 compute units at 1.6-2GHz, and LPDDR5X memory, aiming for around half the graphical performance of the PS5. It’s also expected to include a touchscreen, USB-C with video output, and yes, backward compatibility, too. Moore’s Law Is Dead even hints it might end up being smaller than the Nintendo Switch, which will be over a decade old by 2027.

Leaked specs of the PlayStation "Canis" handheld, planned for 2027-2028. Includes features like USB-C, MicroSD, and Zen cores (Image Credit: Moore's Law is Dead).

Now, here’s where things get interesting for regular players: Sony seems very concerned about pricing. Instead of going all-in on raw specs like a high-end PC, the company might be dialing things in to make sure the PS6 remains affordable. The report suggests Orion could cost between $400 and $600, and Canis might land somewhere around the price of a Switch 2.

If these details hold true, the PlayStation 6 generation could feel more like a refined leap than a dramatic overhaul—but that might not be a bad thing. It could end up being a more accessible, well-rounded step forward rather than another expensive power play.