Overview

• Two prominent insiders—KeplerL2 and Moore’s Law Is Dead—independently report that Sony and Microsoft are aiming to launch their next consoles in 2027.
• KeplerL2 says Sony’s plan is a 2027 PlayStation 6 release unless delays occur, aligning with Mark Cerny’s recent comment that new console tech is only a few years away.
• MLID reports Microsoft’s next Xbox, using an AMD APU codenamed Magnus, is targeting 2027 and could be positioned as a PC‑leaning hybrid with higher performance than PS6.
• Leaked, unverified specs suggest Magnus could feature an 11‑core Zen 6 CPU, 68 RDNA 5 CUs, and up to 48 GB of GDDR7, while Sony’s “Orion” is tipped for an 8‑core Zen 6, 40–48 CUs, and 24–32 GB of GDDR7.
• MLID anticipates premium pricing for the next Xbox, potentially in the $800–$1,200 range, as outlets note that all detailed timelines and specifications remain unconfirmed by Sony or Microsoft.