PlayStation 6 handheld’s low price on new leak; same amount repeated

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The cost of the PlayStation 5 is increasing, and the price of the Xbox Series X can be quite high, making pricing a key factor for the next generation of consoles. While Twisted Voxel reports on frequent leaks regarding this, the information is often inconsistent, suggesting uncertainty. However, there’s a general consensus that Sony aims to make the PS6 affordable.

PS6 handheld will be cheaper than Xbox Ally X

The ResetEra forum shared information from leaker KeplerL2 about the portable PlayStation 6 (currently known as Canis). Initially, the source stated that the Sony handheld shouldn’t be seen as a competitor to the Xbox Ally X, as the two devices have different goals. KeplerL2 believes Asus intentionally produced a limited number of its device to maximize profits.

So, from what I’m hearing, Sony’s really trying to make the next portable PlayStation – likely the PS6 – accessible to *everyone*, especially those of us still rocking a PS4. That means they can’t price it super high. Apparently, the tech inside – they’re calling it Canis – won’t be *as* powerful as what other handhelds are using. But that’s actually a good thing! It lets Sony cut costs on stuff like the motherboard, cooling system, and battery. The goal is to get the price around $500, but if they decide to include a really nice OLED screen, that price could go up.

So, about the price, I’ve been following Moore’s Law is Dead and KeplerL2 seems to agree with Tom’s predictions from late August. Tom thought the handheld would be around $500 – maybe even less – but he also said the Canis would be more powerful than the Xbox Ally X. Honestly, that makes sense! It probably explains why so many people were asking Kepler about the PS6 when the conversation turned to Asus’s portable devices. It’s like people were expecting something *really* high-end!

If Sony follows through on what Tom said, we can expect reliable hardware that appeals to more than just PlayStation enthusiasts. It seems KeplerL2 might be right – we’re likely getting a console that isn’t overly powerful, but also won’t be too expensive. Considering the increasing cost of electronics, this is a key benefit. It’s a good sign for gamers on a budget.

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2025-09-29 15:32