Leaks suggest a PlayStation 6 handheld with support for PS5 games. Can Sony finally compete with the portable gaming industry? Here’s what we know so far.
For years, the vision of a true, powerful, portable PlayStation has danced in the imagination of players. Although the PlayStation Vita occupied a special niche in the hearts of gamers, it never achieved the mass appeal of its older console siblings. Now, the rumor mill is grinding with tantalizing gossip: could Sony be planning to finally bring us a true PlayStation 6 Portable?
The latest rumor comes courtesy of trusted leaker KeplerL2, sending waves of excitement throughout the gaming community. What these rumors state is that Sony is not only working on the next generation of their flagship console but is purportedly building a handheld companion to fill the gap between home console capabilities and portability.
The PlayStation 6 Portable
Sony has been a giant in the gaming world for years, breaking new boundaries with every console cycle. With rumors of a portable PlayStation 6 (PS6), gamers around the globe are waiting to know if Sony is coming up with an actual successor to its handheld heritage.
What We Know So Far
While Sony has not made a PS6 Portable official yet, rumors say it might be a handheld with the ability to play PS5 games, although at reduced resolution and frame rate. The expected specs are a 15W system-on-chip, produced on a 3nm process, placing its performance between that of an Xbox Series S and a PS5. If true, this would represent Sony’s most capable handheld ever—well ahead of earlier attempts such as the PlayStation Portable, which was based on remote streaming instead of standalone gaming.
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How Would It Measure Up Against PC Handhelds?
The portable gaming market has evolved radically since Sony’s last foray into a single-purpose handheld console. Steam Deck, ASUS ROG Ally, and Lenovo Legion Go have set the pace now, so Sony’s speculated product would have to provide substantial value to find its own place in the market. The question on everyone’s mind is whether Sony will prioritize exclusive games, unified integration with the PlayStation ecosystem, or sheer processing power.
Could This Be Sony’s Handheld Revival?
Sony has enjoyed a complicated history with handhelds—while the PSP was an innovative success, the PS Vita fought against mobile gaming and the dominance of Nintendo. If the PS6 Portable is indeed true, it will be Sony’s chance to once again take up the handheld gaming crown in a more portable way to consume PlayStation’s beloved library on the go.
Release Alongside Big Brother?
Adding to the speculation, there are rumors that suggest a possible simultaneous release with the regular PlayStation 6 console, which is usually expected around late 2027 or 2028. This would be a risky step for Sony, indicating a heavy investment in the handheld arena in addition to their traditional console authority.
