PS6 Rumor: 3 Model Lineup (Budget, High-End, Handheld) and New PSP Compatible with PS4/PS5 Games
Sony is reportedly launching three variants of the next-generation console by the end of 2027. Starting with the budget-friendly PS6S, the full 4K120 PS6, and a new PSP that supports docking and is compatible with thousands of native PS4/PS5 games. Check out the estimated prices and specifications here.
Sony is reported to be preparing a big strategy for the next generation of consoles. Based on the latest rumors from a source known for industry leaks, Moore’s Law Is Dead (MLID), PlayStation 6 (PS6) is likely not arriving alone but rather as part of a family consisting of three different devices.
Three Models for One Generation
Rumors suggest that Sony will present the PS6 product line in three variants:
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- PS6S – A compact and budget-friendly home console
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- PS6 (Full) – A high-end home console with top performance
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- New PSP – A handheld device supporting docking features (PS6 Handheld)
All three will be based on the same generation AMD architecture, code-named Orion/Canis, enabling them to run games from the same generation natively.
The Return of the "Vita TV" Concept
Interestingly, the PS6S is said to adopt a similar concept to PlayStation Vita TV – a home console derived from a handheld device without a screen and battery. However, this time, the main difference is that the game libraries will be unified. This means that both home and handheld models can play titles from PS4, PS5, and PS6.
The PS6S shares the same APU (chip integrating CPU and GPU) as the New PSP. Because it does not need to be equipped with a battery, screen, or expensive miniaturization components, its production costs can be significantly reduced. This model is positioned as an affordable option to attract users who are still hesitant to upgrade, especially those who skipped the PS5 due to perceived high prices.
Estimated Prices for the Three Models
Based on existing leaks, here are the estimated prices for each device:
- PS6S (budget console, performance equivalent to Xbox Series S): around $350 – $500
- PS6 Full (high-end console, targeting 4K120 + better ray tracing): around $700 – $900
- New PSP (dockable handheld device, plays native PS4/PS5/PS6 games): around $500 – $700
Why the New PSP Price Could Be Higher?
Surprisingly, the estimated price of the New PSP, which was previously predicted to be "on par with Switch 2," now appears higher. According to MLID, the upper price range reflects the worst-case scenario – accounting for additional import tariffs of up to 30% and rising memory prices currently affecting the global market.
If global conditions improve, memory shortages ease, and tariff policies are lifted, then the new PSP could be priced more competitively, in line with its main competitors.
Launch Target
These three models are scheduled to launch by the end of 2027. It is hoped that by that time, global economic challenges such as memory shortages and retaliatory tariffs will have passed, making the listed prices more consumer-friendly.
With this three-model strategy, Sony seems to want to cover a broader market segment – from home gamers looking for top performance to casual players seeking budget consoles, as well as handheld device fans wanting to play AAA PlayStation games anywhere.