Rumors are mounting that Sony is preparing a new portable device to accompany the launch of the PlayStation 6. The information, advanced by sources close to the industry, suggests that this new device may not be a direct competitor to the Nintendo Switch, but rather a different bet, focused on offering a high-quality gaming experience in a compact format.

Chipset with AMD Architecture and Contained Power The main source of the rumors is Kepler_L2, known for his accurate information on AMD developments. According to Kepler_L2, Sony would be working on a processor (SoC) for this portable device with less than 40 computing units (CU). For context, the PlayStation 5 has 36 CUs, while the Xbox Series S only uses 20. This configuration suggests that the PlayStation 6 Portable will not have the same graphics capacity as the home console, but it should offer superior performance to the Xbox Series S. There is talk of a 15W SoC manufactured on a 3nm process, which would allow it to run PS5 generation games, albeit with some limitations in resolution and framerate. Mid-range performance: PS5 or Xbox Series S? Information indicates that the PlayStation 6 Portable can run PS5 generation games, but with some compromises. Kepler_L2 estimates that performance will fall somewhere between the Xbox Series S and the PlayStation 5, which would be enough to ensure an enjoyable gaming experience across most titles. It is important to note that the chipset of this portable device should not be related to the architecture of the PlayStation 6, which indicates that Sony may be betting on a more economical and efficient solution for the portable console market. Return to the Origins: A New Life? The possible launch of a PlayStation 6 Portable represents Sony's return to the portable console market, a territory where the brand has already enjoyed great success with the PSP and PS Vita. However, both devices ended up losing ground to Nintendo, which dominated the market with the DS and, more recently, the Switch. This new device could be an opportunity for Sony to regain its space in the world of portable consoles, offering an alternative to gamers looking for a more premium and technologically advanced gaming experience. A Different Bet Than Xbox? Rumors also suggest that Microsoft is working on a handheld device for the Xbox, possibly in collaboration with ASUS (on a ROG Ally-style device). However, reports suggest that Sony and Microsoft's approaches will be different. While the Xbox may bet on a more versatile device, with a focus on cloud gaming and compatibility with PC games, the PlayStation 6 Portable may have as its main objective to offer a gaming experience more focused on PlayStation titles, even with some technical limitations. A New Chapter in PlayStation History The possible release of a PlayStation 6 Portable is exciting news for Sony fans and handheld console enthusiasts. If the rumors are true, this device could represent a new chapter in the history of PlayStation, offering an alternative to gamers looking for a high-quality gaming experience in a compact format.