PS6 vs Xbox 2027: More Power, Higher Prices Expected in Next-Gen Console War
October 15, 2025
The next great console war is quietly forming behind closed doors—and it may be unlike any before. With the next generation of gaming hardware expected to debut as early as 2027, rumors and early reports suggest that Sony’s PlayStation 6 (PS6) and Microsoft’s next-gen Xbox—codenamed AMD Magnus—could take drastically different paths.
A Tale of Two Consoles
According to industry insiders and tech leakers, both companies are ramping up development for their next major hardware refresh. But while Sony appears to be pursuing a more traditional console successor, Microsoft may be preparing to blur the line between gaming console and PC.
Leaker and tech YouTuber Moore’s Law Is Dead, known for credible early reports on hardware developments, claims that the upcoming Xbox will deliver a significant performance leap over the PS6—but at a steep price.
“It should be stronger than the PS6, but it will also be more expensive because of its larger size, use of bridge dies, and likely more RAM,” he said in a recent video.
This follows reports that Microsoft’s next Xbox may serve as a PC-console hybrid, designed to function more like a gaming PC running a customized version of Windows, much like the handheld ROG Ally device.
Premium Power—At a Premium Price
In terms of raw specs, Moore’s Law Is Dead says the AMD Magnus system will use a 46% larger processor die compared to what is expected in the PS6. This increased chip size typically equates to better performance but also higher production costs.
He speculates that the Xbox could retail anywhere between $800 to $1,200, positioning it more as a premium gaming rig than a mainstream console—potentially double the price of current-gen systems like the Xbox Series X or PS5.
This ambitious price point, however, might not be so far-fetched considering the rising cost of PC components and the growing convergence between console and PC gaming.
Sony’s Steady Course
While Microsoft appears to be taking a more experimental route, Sony seems to be staying the course—at least for now.
According to hardware leaker KeplerL2, Sony has set its sights on a 2027 release date for the PS6, with mass manufacturing scheduled for early to mid-2027. Moore’s Law Is Dead confirmed this timeline, citing internal documents that reportedly show the PS6 has been in planning since at least 2023.
This would mark a seven-year cycle between PlayStation generations—typical for Sony—and suggest a more incremental upgrade approach, possibly focusing on graphical enhancements, AI integration, and expanded cloud features.
Console or PC? Microsoft’s Gamble
Microsoft, meanwhile, has publicly reaffirmed its commitment to producing next-gen hardware, despite ongoing rumors about its multiplatform strategy and growing emphasis on PC gaming.
The company is reportedly telling development partners to expect new Xbox hardware in 2027, though it remains unclear if it will resemble a traditional console or something closer to a small form-factor PC with Xbox branding.
Industry analysts note that Microsoft may be aiming to create a “do-everything” device, capable of running Xbox Game Pass titles, PC software, and possibly even mods—offering more flexibility than any console before.
This shift could also mean Microsoft is looking to compete directly with high-end gaming PCs, potentially tapping into an audience that has long been split between console simplicity and PC customization.
A Split Market?
The real question is whether the market is ready—or willing—to accept a console priced north of $1,000, regardless of its capabilities.
While early adopters and PC gamers might see value in a hybrid console-PC device, the broader audience that made consoles mainstream may hesitate at the premium price point. Conversely, Sony’s approach could feel more familiar and accessible to casual gamers and loyal PlayStation fans.
With both systems reportedly two years away, developers are already preparing for the new landscape. What remains to be seen is how gamers will respond to a next-gen console era that could be more divided than ever—by both power and price.
