A reliable hardware leaker claims that Sony’s next-gen PlayStation 6 and a new handheld PlayStation may receive exceptionally large memory configurations — up to 30 GB of GDDR7 in the PS6 and 24 GB of LPDDR5X in the handheld.

However, this is unconfirmed information, coming from forum posts rather than an official announcement from Sony.

PS6 Memory Specs: What’s Being Claimed

Rumors about PS6 GDDR7 30GB memory configurations surfaced in posts on NeoGAF by hardware leaker KeplerL2. According to these unconfirmed claims, the PS6 could reach 30GB of GDDR7 through a specific module layout, potentially using clamshell memory with 3GB modules.

This approach would reportedly allow Sony to push higher memory bandwidth by redesigning the memory bus to prioritize speed and throughput.

Why The Configuration Matters

Those rumors are particularly significant for hardware enthusiasts, as higher memory speeds and increased memory bandwidth can support higher resolutions, richer assets and heavier ray tracing and AI workloads.

While the claimed memory bandwidth is around 640 GB/s, real-world performance would ultimately depend on the complete SoC design, not the RAM configuration alone.

PlayStation Handheld Claims

Rumors about PS handheld LPDDR5X 24GB memory have also generated excitement among gamers. The device, often referred to as the PlayStation handheld Project Canis, is said to use LPDDR5X memory — a common choice for gaming handhelds due to its power efficiency.

A 24GB configuration would place the device firmly in the premium tier of modern gaming handhelds.

Sony Next-Gen Console As A Premium Handheld?

A claimed PS handheld would align the device with today’s high-end handheld PCs in terms of memory class and market positioning.

The report compares the rumored PlayStation handheld Project Canis to premium devices such as the ROG Xbox Ally X, though this comparison reflects RAM capacity and target segment rather than suggesting equivalent overall performance.

It’s also worth noting that the leaker, KeplerL2, has been mostly reliable in past technical discussions, particularly around hardware architecture.

That said, all specifications remain subject to change until Sony finalizes and locks its manufacturing plans. As with any early information, these details should be treated as rumored and claimed, rather than confirmed.

Why Rumors Keep Returning

Rumors surrounding the PS6 and a future PlayStation handheld tend to resurface regularly, with past claims touching on everything from power targets and spec finalization talk to potential launch-window.

Taken together, these reports form an ongoing drip of unofficial technical chatter rather than a clear picture of Sony’s final plans.

What This Could Mean For Games

Speculation around PS6 memory has drawn attention, with potential implications for players including:

  • more RAM that can reduce asset streaming bottlenecks,
  • larger and more detailed open worlds,
  • greater flexibility in performance and quality modes.

It can also enable more ambitious performance and quality modes – especially if paired with modern upscaling and improved storage pipelines.

What We Still Don’t Know

With Sony yet to confirm anything, there are still many unknowns: launch year, price, SoC architecture, CPU/GPU configuration, storage, backwards compatibility, and also whether the handheld is a true native console-class platform or a streaming-first companion.

Would you prefer Sony prioritize higher RAM/bandwidth, or lower cost and power draw? Would a premium handheld with 24GB LPDDR5X be a must-buy if it runs games natively? Share your thoughts about what you want and expect from PS6 and a new PlayStation portable.