PS6 Reportedly Targeting 2027 Release, Expected to be less Powerful Than Next Xbox
Recent reports suggest Sony’s next-generation PlayStation console, the PS6, is currently slated for a 2027 release. This comes amid ongoing discussion regarding Microsoft’s future console plans, which the company recently confirmed are still in growth despite earlier cancellation rumors.
According to leaks from YouTuber Moore’s Law Is Dead, Microsoft is also planning a new Xbox device for 2027. The leaked details indicates the next Xbox could potentially surpass the PS6 in terms of processing power, but is anticipated to be more expensive.Moore’s Law Is Dead previously accurately revealed details about the PS5 Pro‘s hardware.
While specific details remain unconfirmed, the potential disparity in power and price raises questions about the future of console competition. Some gamers believe the industry is approaching a point of diminishing returns, where incremental hardware improvements may not justify critically important cost increases. Retailers are also beginning to reduce stock of the current Xbox Series X|S consoles.
Sony and Microsoft’s next-generation plans are still at least 18 months away from official announcements, and details such as specifications, clock speeds, release dates, and prices are subject to change.
Push Square Editor Sammy Barker notes the cyclical nature of thes rumors,emphasizing the need for concrete details before drawing firm conclusions.