PlayStation 6 Handheld ‘Canis’ Leak: Sony’s Next Dockable Hybrid Console?
The rumor about Sony developing a next-generation console is not new. A new leak has revealed more details about the supposedly developing Dockable Hybrid Console.
According to the leak, the PS6 can be played in handheld mode. The touted model is a hybrid that can be docked on a TV.
PlayStation 6 Handheld Dockable Hybrid Console Leaked Data: All You Need to Know
The YouTube channel Moore’s Law is Dead has revealed that Sony is developing a PlayStation 6 handheld console. The project is supposedly codenamed ‘Canis’.
According to the leaks, the dockable hybrid console is expected to be a tough competitor for Nintendo Switch 2. The PS6 handheld console will reportedly be dockable on a TV. The Nintendo Switch 2 also functions similarly. The device is expected to be powered by an AMD APU.
Here is an overview of Sony’s next-generation hybrid console based on leaked information.
Overview of PS6: Sony’s Next Dockable Hybrid Console Based on Leaked Data
| Parameter | Specifications |
|---|---|
APU | Custom AMD “Canis” chip with Zen 6 and RDNA 5 architecture |
| CPU | 4x Zen 6c cores and 2x Zen 6 LP cores |
| GPU | 16x RDNA 5 compute units (CU) |
| GPU Clock Speed | Handheld mode: 1.2 GHzDocked mode: 1.65 GHz |
| RAM | 192-bit memory bus with up to 48 GB LPDDR5X RAM |
| Performance | Docked mode: Exceeds PS5 in ray tracing (1.3–2.6x) and is comparable or slightly less in rasterization, depending on game patches and FSR 4 usage. |
| Storage | M.2 SSD slot and a MicroSD card slot |
The handheld device will have a clock speed of 1.2 and 1.65 GHZ in handheld and docked mode, respectively. According to leaked information, the PS6 in development is expected to have a 192-bit memory bus with up to 48 GB LPDDR5X RAM.
In docked mode, the handheld device may surpass PS5 in ray tracing (1.3–2.6x) and is comparable or slightly less in rasterization, depending on game patches and FSR 4 usage. M.2 SSD slot and a MicroSD card slot would be available for storage.
Additionally, the device is expected to have backward compatibility with PS4 and PS5 games.
Other notable features include improved haptics, touchscreen, dual microphones, and USB-C with video output.
PS6 Dockable Hybrid Console: Expected Price and Release Date
Moore’s law is dead, a YouTube channel claimed that the price could match the Nintendo Switch 2. The current price of Switch 2 is $449.99. The estimated price for the Dockable Hybrid Console is somewhere between $399 and $499.
Expected release is in 2027. Industry insiders and stakeholders have been debating the PS6 for quite some time. With new leaks, the anticipation has been hyped again about a portable PS6 from Sony.
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Bottom Line
The new leaks have already made waves in the gaming industry. There were long-standing rumors about PS6; it is the first time that the community is getting more detailed information.
According to what we know, PS6 will have more advanced features compared to PS5. And the portability of it could rival the Nintendo Switch 2. The gaming community needs to wait at least until 2027 to get a hands-on experience with the next-generation console.
Andrew Paul Stookey
I'm Andrew Paul Stookey, a cryptocurrency analyst and investor originally from Leicester. With a deep passion for blockchain technology and decentralized finance, I specialize in market trends, digital asset strategies, and long-term investment planning. Over the years, I've built a reputation for delivering clear, data-driven insights that help others navigate the fast-evolving world of crypto. Whether I'm diving into tokenomics or exploring emerging technologies, I'm always looking for the next opportunity to innovate and grow in the digital asset space.
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