Insights into the PlayStation 6 Portable Edition’s Performance
Recent speculation suggests that the portable version of the PlayStation 6 will exhibit a level of performance that exceeds the Xbox Series S but will not quite match that of the standard PlayStation 5. One of the limitations of this new portable console is its reduced memory bandwidth, which is likely to impede its ability to run PS5 games at optimal resolution and frame rates.
Leaked Information from Industry Insider
Kepler L2, a credible insider known for providing accurate leaks, recently shared insights on the NeoGAF forums regarding the upcoming portable console. When questioned about the device’s capabilities, they confirmed that although it will not match the power of the current-generation PlayStation 5, it will still manage to run PS5 titles, albeit with less impressive resolutions and frame rates due to the aforementioned memory constraints.
Technical Specifications and Architecture
Further elaborating on the system-on-chip (SoC) powering the PlayStation 6 Portable, Kepler highlighted that it will employ a distinct chip designed for low voltage operation. This SoC is expected to incorporate fewer than 40 compute units, likely under the 36 compute units present in the base PlayStation 5. However, the exact impact of this difference remains unclear without further details on performance metrics.
Development Timeline
Importantly, the SoC for the portable console is slated to enter production several months after the standard PlayStation 6 SoC, indicating that it may take time before we receive comprehensive information about its capabilities.
AMD’s Role in PlayStation 6 Development
While any official announcement regarding the PlayStation 6 remains pending, it has been confirmed that the console will continue to utilize AMD technology, similar to its predecessors. Interestingly, there was competition for this role, as Intel reportedly made a strong bid to manufacture the new system’s components but ultimately ceded the opportunity to AMD. The scheduled launch window for the PlayStation 6 is anticipated to be between 2027 and 2028.
