Sony may be preparing to re-enter the handheld gaming market with a rumored hybrid PlayStation device. Early leaks suggest the company may be planning a system that combines portable play with a dockable setup similar to the Nintendo Switch, offering gamers greater flexibility and convenience both at home and on the go.
The device, reportedly codenamed Canis, may use an AMD APU featuring Zen 6C and Zen 6 Low-Power cores with a 16-Compute Unit RDNA 5 GPU. In handheld mode, the GPU is rumored to operate at 1.2 GHz, with the capability to boost up to 1.65 GHz when docked, thereby delivering higher performance on a connected display.
There is still uncertainty around memory. Some leaks mention a possible 48 GB of LPDDR5X RAM, though analysts believe a more practical range would be 24 to 32 GB, depending on production choices. Other rumored features include touchscreen support, haptic feedback, expandable storage through a microSD slot, and even M.2 expansion.
The timeline for launch points to mid-2027 through fall 2027, which would be consistent with Sony’s typical hardware release cycle. Price speculation ranges from $399 to $499. Analysts say that while this price range sounds appealing, the hardware described may be difficult to deliver without higher costs.
Industry observers see the device as a direct competitor to the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 and other handheld platforms expected in the next few years. Sony has not released a true handheld console since the PlayStation Vita, and its most recent portable product, the PlayStation Portal, was limited to game streaming and received mixed reactions from fans. A fully independent handheld system could give Sony a strong position in the growing portable gaming market.
Still, not everyone is convinced the reported specifications will make it to production. While the leaks come from sources with some accuracy in the past, critics argue that Sony is unlikely to release such cutting-edge components at a consumer-friendly price point. Some suggest the final product may scale back the rumored power in favor of affordability and efficiency.
If the PlayStation 6 handheld does become reality, it would be a different approach for Sony’s hardware strategy. By blending portability with console-level performance, the company can offer a system that appeals to both long-time handheld fans and players seeking new ways to experience high-end PlayStation games. For now, the rumors have created excitement across the gaming community, but confirmation will have to wait until Sony officially unveils its plans.
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This would be amazing!
Sounds appealing for a potential competition to the switch.
It’s nice having the portal it will be nice to have something that can play games natively
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I feel like next gen consoles will need a full fledged handle held option to remain competitive with direction PC gaming is going with the Steam Deck and the ROG Ally.
This will so cool.
Looking forward to it!
Wow that’s awesome
PlayStation always innovating.
PlayStation 2. I had the first one but it was stolen. In any case, I want to try PlayStation or xbox
My kids (and me) are totally going to want this
Man I can’t keep up with these games lol
I can’t wait! I’ll be looking forward to all this and more
Everything ok thanks
How can retired veterans can afford this? Lol wishes..
If this is real, I’m all in. A true PlayStation handheld that doubles as a home console sounds amazing—just hope Sony nails the price and doesn’t repeat the Vita memory card mistake!
Hell yeah!
Very interesting.
Whats the point of a new handheld PlayStation product when you already have the portal?
I can’t wait for the next PlayStation consoles.
Nice!
Sony has tried and lost this battle already. They should stay in their lane and stick to what they are good at.
I miss my Vita. Great concept, just wasn’t the same.
Looking forward to it!
Looking forward to this.
Pretty excited if this is true
Pretty excited if this is true. I love my vita and psp still in 2025
sounds cool
They promised this with the PS5 to compete with Switch in the mobile gaming department. Will they actually come through this time or have a separate mobile console that sucks that comes out a year after the initial launch?
I can’t wait until the new generation is out so the current stuff will get cheaper!
Oh boy
I can’t wait for a PlayStation handheld that can play fps. I miss playing some of the classic titles for fps games.
Cool!
Nice
Interesting. Definitely enjoy handheld gaming for travel.
Might as well cash in on the steam deck craze
I haven’t even had a chance to play the PS5. So many platforms are going handheld and following other developers. We already are all digital. I got on board with the PSP and the uniqueness in portable game features was very gimmicky at the time. The market is ripe for a new development to hit the scene. Let’s see what will time bring. 2027 is coming fast.
This would be good but unsure how well it would compete with Xbox and the ROG Ally
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I do like the direction ps is going but I think they might be over shooting this one just a little bit but hopefully they can release a good product if the go through
I am looking forward to this
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Not sure I like that. The handhelds tend to not have the greatest hardware to compare with the consoles.
Curious on the usage of an APU instead of a CPU/GPU mid-size combo, but AMD has been going hard so i trust em. Thanks for the insight!
Oh boy
So peak
This is a very informative blog post. Looking forward to know about what other people have to say on the matter.
This would be cool! Having a handheld like other platforms would make seamless gaming across devices super convenient. Hope they follow through.
It does t look as comfortable to hold as the switch. :/
The psp was sick, hopefully this will be also
It could be the answer to the Switch.
It’s about time!!!
It’ll be interesting to see
Good read
Amazing
Super excited!!!!!!
PS6? Should I just wait then?
Always something new coming out in tech. It’s amazing.
Looking forward to it.
Been waiting for something like this.
Been waiting for something like this.
Interesting at least
I’m saving now for the PS6 Handheld. It’s been a while since I set my Vita down for the last time. We need completely remote gaming in out hands (no net needed.) Thank you for the article!
Seems awesome
Very exciting!
SIX?! can i just get a 5 this year? :p still rocking my untrusty ps4 and gt7
Sounds good to me.
This sounds great!
Hopefully they release concepts/prototype, I need a preview!
I always joked about playing the PS7 versus gaming of when I retire, but now it’s getting close to becoming a reality. PS6 hybrid is a neat concept.
It’s worth a shot.
I would like a better switch game console.
A new vita would be fire
I really dig the Switch, so the prospect of a PS version coming out again sounds awesome. Also had the old PSP from 2007 era, really got into that as a kid.
come on, lets make it happen!
Competition is great for us!
Interesting development!
I hope this is not the next main console the PS6 but the next PSP.
Don’t try to compete with Nintendo on the portable and casual market.
Continue with hardcore console gaming with best graphics and peformance.
cool.
Love the recent increase in PC Handheld computing. Hoping Sony brings something refreshing to the scene as well.
Cool
Everybody is hopping on the bandwagon.