Sony's Handheld Future: PlayStation Portal OLED and Project Canis Details Leak

A recent leak has indicated that Sony may release an OLED version of the PlayStation Portal within the current calendar year. This information was provided by hardware leaker Kepler_L2. Following a software update that enabled cloud streaming for the PlayStation Portal, these new leaks have gained attention.

A recent leak has indicated that Sony may release an OLED version of the PlayStation Portal within the current calendar year.

Project Canis: Sony's Native Gaming Handheld Details Emerge

Further technical details have emerged regarding Sony's rumored native gaming handheld, codenamed "Project Canis."

Next-Generation Architecture and Performance Targets

Leaked specifications suggest the device will utilize AMD's next-generation RDNA 5 (or UDNA) architecture. Initial leaks hinted at a higher compute unit (CU) count, but internal targets reportedly indicate a 16 CU configuration. This decision is likely due to power-to-performance efficiency. A 20 CU GPU at a typical 15W Thermal Design Power (TDP) limit might not offer significant speed advantages over a 16 CU design, primarily due to memory bandwidth and thermal constraints.

PlayStation 5 Integration and Compatibility

To support this hardware, Sony has reportedly updated its PlayStation 5 development kits. These updates are said to include a mandatory "Low Power Mode" or "Power Saver Mode." This feature is expected to allow the existing PlayStation 5 library to scale and run natively on the handheld's hardware.

High-Speed Memory Specifications

The probable integration of LPDDR5X-9600 memory is intended to provide high-speed data throughput. This aims to compensate for a potentially reduced memory bus, a common design choice in mobile chips.

Anticipated Launch Windows

The Project Canis handheld is anticipated to launch near the release of the PlayStation 6. The PlayStation Portal OLED is expected to be revealed this year, pending official confirmation from Sony.