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Sony PS6 could feature 30GB of RAM, claims new leak
According to hardware insider Kepler_L2, the next PlayStation could ship with 30GB of GDDR7 RAM. Thatβs higher than earlier speculation pointing toward 24GB, and noticeably above the 16GB found in the current-generation PlayStation 5.
Why 30GB is a big deal
The leak claims Sony may use ten 3GB GDDR7 modules, delivering up to 640 GB/s of bandwidth on a 160-bit bus. For context, the PS5 tops out at 448 GB/s. On paper, thatβs a serious increase in memory throughput.
What does that actually translate to? Potentially:
- Larger, more detailed game worlds
- Heavier ray tracing workloads
- More consistent 4K performance
- Better AI-based upscaling techniques
- Extra headroom for developers over a long console cycle
Itβs also worth noting that other rumors have mentioned a new AMD APU, possibly based on future Zen 6 CPU cores and next-gen RDNA graphics. While those details are still speculative, the memory configuration would fit that kind of hardware ambition.
The cost problem
Hereβs where things get complicated. GDDR7 isnβt cheap right now. Demand from AI infrastructure and data centers has tightened supply, and memory pricing has been volatile. If Sony really commits to 30GB of high-speed memory, that adds up quickly.
Some community discussions argue that 20GB might be enough, especially if it helps keep the consoleβs launch price under control. A more aggressive memory configuration could mean pushing past the $600 mark, maybe even closer to $700 depending on market conditions at launch.
Of course, Sony also has to think long term. A console typically needs to stay relevant for six to seven years. Cutting memory early might save money upfront, but it could limit performance toward the end of the generation. Thatβs likely the internal balancing act happening behind the scenes.
For now, this is just a leak. Manufacturing timelines floating around suggest a possible 2027 or 2028 release, which means plenty can change between now and then. Still, if the 30GB figure turns out to be accurate, it would signal that Sony is prioritizing longevity and technical headroom, even if that comes with pricing pressure.
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