A tech leak claims Sony is planning a PlayStation 6 handheld that docks to a TV, much like a popular hybrid console. Moreover, the portable reportedly will play games natively and then boost performance when connected to a dock. In addition, the handheld is said to arrive alongside a more powerful, traditional PlayStation 6 home console. Meanwhile, the docking feature would let the portable exceed the base PlayStation 5 power when docked.
Reported specs, performance, and pricing outlook
According to the leak, the PS6 handheld will use an AMD APU with four Zen 6c cores plus two system-dedicated cores. Furthermore, graphics are reportedly handled by a 16-CU RDNA 5 GPU clocked at 1.2GHz in handheld mode and 1.65GHz when docked. Consequently, the device could deliver a substantial uplift in docked mode compared with handheld operation. Speculation places retail pricing near $500, and a possible late-2027 release window is being suggested.
Context, precedents, and next steps
Sony last shipped a native gaming handheld with the PS Vita in 2011, and later released a remote-play accessory in 2023. However, this reported PS6 portable would differ by running games natively rather than streaming them. In addition, chip development for the PlayStation line has been closely tied to a major graphics partner, which shapes design and compatibility. Finally, official confirmation has not arrived yet, and details could change as plans evolve.
