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Sony Unveils Plans for Three PlayStation 6 Models by 2027

4/18/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Moore's Law is Dead reports Sony plans three PlayStation 6 devices in 2027: a main console, a 'lite' version, and a handheld.
The report states the main PS6 would use an Orion CPU and the 'lite' and handheld would use AMD Canis, with prices estimated from $349 to $999.
Backward compatibility with PS4 and PS5 games would apply to the PS6 and handheld, but only for digital copies.

History

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In 1965, Gordon Moore, then at Fairchild Semiconductor, predicted that the number of transistors on microchips would double approximately every two years, a trend known as Moore's Law. This prediction has driven advancements in computing, influencing companies like Sony and AMD. As of 2023, the upcoming PlayStation 6 showcases this legacy, highlighting ongoing innovation in gaming technology and hardware design.

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Story summary

Moore's Law is Dead reports Sony plans three PlayStation 6 devices in 2027: a main console, a 'lite' version, and a handheld.
The report states the main PS6 would use an Orion CPU and the 'lite' and handheld would use AMD Canis, with prices estimated from $349 to $999.
Backward compatibility with PS4 and PS5 games would apply to the PS6 and handheld, but only for digital copies.

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