Sony once again marks the field in the world of video games with the rumors about the PlayStation 6. The new generation of its star console is already part of the conversations of thousands of enthusiasts and we have compiled everything that has been said so far and what can be confirmed about the PS6.
While the PlayStation 5 only went on sale in 2020, the industry is advancing at great speed and rumors of a new console are already beginning to appear. The new generation would arrive to improve those negative aspects that the community found in PlayStation 5, starting from its components and its price, which have made it have one of the weakest starts in Sony's history to date.
Possible release year: 2027
Taking as a rule current console refresh intervals, ranging between 6 and 7 years. You don't have to wait for the PlayStation 6 before the year 2027. Considering that PS3 came out in 2006, PS4 in 2013 and PS5 in 2020, it doesn't sound crazy that November 2027 is the launch of PS6.
Another factor that influences this decision is the appearance of the PlayStation 4 Pro model. Following the business dynamics of the Japanese giant, the new smaller and more powerful PS4 fulfills the mandate of a reversal of the current console. Everything indicates that the business management plan continues to respect the guidelines known to date.
What PlayStation 6 could bring
While it's too early to tell exactly what the PS6 will bring, there's weak points of the PlayStation 5 that can be worked on in the new generation. For example, the lack of inclusion of the A2DP protocol - This protocol enables connectivity with almost any Bluetooth device, which would save money when using other headphones and not just the native Sony ones. It is a purely business decision, aimed at achieving greater sales of accessories and peripherals, but technology tends to universalize.
Greater ergonomics in the DualShock 6. Sony controllers have also been evolving, and the DualShock brand is among the most respected. However, in the ergonomics section it has been losing strength compared to Xbox controls. Even the Pro controller model on the Nintendo Switch is more comfortable in some games. Another point to work on is autonomy, and although we can load while we play, PlayStation 6 could bring solutions to this dilemma.
La wireless charging technology It can be one of the alternatives to solve issues related to command autonomy. The possibility of leaving the device supported and charging without the need for a cable would add points to the overall experience with the console.
Rumors about power and specifications of PlayStation 6
It is still too early to speak with certainty about the technical characteristics of the PlayStation 6. However, the latest version of the PlayStation 5 has a custom-made AMD processor, and RDNA 2 graphics. The new technology for within 4 or 5 years we still do not know it, but it will be above this power.
As in previous releases, we will surely have a APU custom and manufactured by AMD. We could be talking about Zen 5 cores (we are currently in the Zen 3 generation) and RDNA 3 graphics. But this is all in the field of rumors as there have been no notifications about the progress in this regard.
In terms of power, the PS5 has just over 10 TFLOPS, 5,5 times more power than the PS4. If PlayStation 6 respects these parameters, we could talk about 50 teraflops of power, something that will surely change according to the development of the world of GPUs.
In addition, PS5 has support for 4K resolutions at 120 FPS from its HDMI 2.1 output. It is expected that the new PlayStation incorporates 8K compatibility and refresh rate at 120 HZ. The new televisions with that resolution would be the order of the day for a unique gaming experience.
The price
Whenever a new console is released, price is one of the strengths in determining a successful launch campaign. PS3 and PS5 had high launch prices, and for this reason their sales took time to take off. In the case of PlayStation 6, we can expect a price of around 399 or 599 euros depending on the version. It is a high price, but Sony customers are already used to these parameters, which are then modified according to launches, offers and versions of the console.
It is still too early to know this information and be able to give certainty, but we know that Sony is working hard to regain leadership in the home console sector from the outset. A fierce fight with Xbox and Nintendo that prepares a new chapter.