By Francis Uliel
– Published on November 20, 2024 at 4:00 p.m.
The latest rumors about the PS6 indicate that Sony is preparing a console of unprecedented power. Between an AMD chip and two potential versions, living room and portable, the next generation promises to satisfy the most demanding and passionate gamers.
While the PS5 Pro has just shown the tip of its nose, leaks concerning the future PS6 are already whetting the curiosity of video game enthusiasts. Information has just suggested that this console could well be a real concentrate of power, in particular thanks to an ever-renewed partnership with AMD and the integration of cutting-edge graphics technologies such as architecture UDNA. But what exactly do these very tempting rumors indicate? Let’s dive in.
PS6: a leaker announces enhanced backwards compatibility thanks to a partnership with AMD
The new revelations around the PS6 come from zhangzhonghao, a renowned hardware leaker. According to him, it is very likely that Sony will continue to collaborate with AMD to design the internal components of its next generation console. A decision which, according to the leaker, should allow the PS6 to benefit from a backwards compatibility particularly effective, a significant asset for those nostalgic for older titles.
PS6: leaks reveal a UDNA GPU and a Zen 5 CPU to avoid any bottleneck
The heart of these leaks lies in the rumor that the PS6 will incorporate the architecture UDNA for its GPU. This new technological generation, shared with AMD Radeon 9000 graphics cards expected by 2026, promises to bring unprecedented power to console games. If the launch date remains shrouded in mystery, the PS6 should already display an impressive technical sheet upon its release.
Zhangzhonghao also mentions that the PS6 could be equipped with a CPU exploiting the architectures Zen 4 or Zen 5. This would constitute a strategic choice to avoid the inconvenience of bottleneck, a problem which had notably affected its big sister the PS5 Pro. It will be crucial that the CPU is of comparable power to accompany a potentially high-performance GPU.
PS6: impressive innovations, but at what cost for players?
Although details on the launch price are still uncertain, the advanced technologies envisaged could mean a substantial cost to consumers. However, these financial speculations should not overshadow the growing curiosity around what this next-generation console could offer in terms of gaming experience, graphics and features. It remains to be seen whether Sony will be able to balance technological innovation and accessibility for the public.
A Sony portable console with AMD architecture? The rumors intensify
While attention is focused on the PS6, we should not neglect the rumors around a possible new portable console from Sony, which could also boast an architecture AMD. Although this information should be taken with caution, the excitement regarding Sony's next developments remains palpable among the brand's aficionados.
