Sony's PlayStation 6 could ship with 30GB of GDDR7 memory according to leaks from industry insider KeplerL2. The same source indicates a companion PlayStation handheld would feature 24GB of LPDDR5X memory, positioning both devices for potential 2027 release windows, though industry-wide RAM supply shortages could push launches to 2028.
The PS6 memory configuration reportedly uses a "clamshell" arrangement with 3GB GDDR7 modules on a 160-bit bus. This design reduces memory bus width compared to current consoles but leverages faster 32Gbps modules to achieve higher bandwidth. The handheld's 24GB LPDDR5X specification would match premium devices like the ROG Ally X.
Sony has secured manufacturing contracts with TSMC to begin producing the PS6's APU around mid-2027, according to YouTube insider Moore's Law Is Dead. Despite industry-wide RAM supply shortages and price volatility, the company has not delayed PS6 production plans.
The 30GB memory allocation represents a significant jump from current PlayStation 5 systems, enabling larger open worlds, advanced ray tracing implementations, and complex AI systems in next-generation games. Memory bandwidth on the PS6 could reach 640GB/s using GDDR7 technology, surpassing the PS5 Pro's 576GB/s GDDR6 performance.
Sony reportedly works on two PlayStation 6 devices simultaneously: a traditional home console and a handheld platform. This dual-device strategy mirrors Nintendo's Switch approach while maintaining PlayStation's home console dominance.
The handheld would support backward compatibility with PS4 and PS5 game libraries.
Industry observers note RAM supply challenges could impact final pricing. Component shortages affecting PC markets may extend to console production. Sony faces balancing premium specifications against consumer price expectations in a competitive handheld market dominated by Nintendo and Valve.
The PlayStation 6 represents Sony's next major hardware investment following PS5's market success. Memory specifications leaked by KeplerL2 provide early technical insight into performance targets, with final decisions expected closer to the 2027 launch window.
