Sony Rumoured to Launch Three PS6 Models in 2027 Amid Performance Leaks

54 articles · Updated · TechSpot · Apr 19

Leakers claim Sony is preparing to launch three PlayStation 6 devices in 2027: a main console, a budget model, and a handheld.
Reports suggest the main PS6 could cost up to $999, with the budget and handheld models using less powerful AMD chipsets at lower prices.
Experts question the feasibility of a 'Lite' console due to technical challenges, but all models are expected to significantly outperform the PS5.

As global chip shortages persist, could the PlayStation 6 launch be delayed well beyond its 2027 target?

Will Sony's three-model PS6 strategy empower gamers or create a fragmented, uneven gaming experience for everyone?

Will the PS6 handheld truly play three generations of PlayStation games seamlessly without developer updates?

Is the PlayStation 6's rumored 10x ray tracing leap a real gameplay revolution or just a marketing benchmark?

Can Sony's rumored PS6 handheld succeed where the Vita failed and capture the booming portable gaming market?

With flagship models potentially exceeding $1,000, is the next generation of console gaming becoming a luxury product?