Overview
- Leaker Kepler_L2 claims Intel Panther Lake handhelds running near 30W could deliver performance similar to a PS6 "Canis" portable targeting roughly 15W, a rumor that remains unverified.
- Reports describe the PS6 handheld as using a custom Zen 6 APU with RDNA 5 graphics at about 15W, though specifications and performance targets have not been confirmed by Sony.
- Analysts note Sony’s proprietary OS, first-party tuning, and likely AI upscaling could boost effective performance and efficiency compared with Windows-based handheld PCs.
- Intel used CES to confirm dedicated Panther Lake SoCs for gaming handhelds and an OEM push, with first devices widely expected around mid-2026; some reports also point to a handheld-only Core G3 variant.
- Journalists caution that a Panther Lake portable and a future PS6 handheld will offer different user experiences and pricing, with PTL devices potentially well over $1,000 and real-world benchmarks still pending.