A new model of the DualSense Edge (our review) has surfaced: The FCC’s public database lists the certification CFI-ZCP2, the successor to the current Pro controller, CFI-ZCP1. Sony has not yet made an official statement, but the embargo on the documents until January 31, 2027, suggests a release in the first quarter of 2027.
What exactly was leaked?
The documents were discovered by users on the ResetEra forum who regularly search the FCC database for new Sony certifications. The model number CFI-ZCP2 appears there as a direct successor to the DualSense Edge (CFI-ZCP1), which has been on the market since early 2023. Although the manual, circuit board photos, and test setups have been submitted to the agency, they are still under embargo. This isn’t unusual for Sony: the exact same approach was taken with the standard DualSense controller CFI-ZCT2W, which was released in late 2025.
Important to note: The FCC documents themselves describe the CFI-ZCP2 as a “revamp,” not a completely new design. So anyone hoping for a radically different DualSense Edge 2 controller is likely to be disappointed.
The battery is likely to be the biggest upgrade
The FCC filing does not provide specific technical details. Nevertheless, speculation is rife, and the most likely change is easy to identify: a more easily accessible, user-replaceable lithium-ion battery. That would solve, of all things, the very problem Edge owners have been complaining about since its release. With a battery life of 5 to 6 hours, the DualSense Edge is one of the biggest weak points among Pro controllers.
A replaceable battery wouldn’t just be a convenience feature—it would also align with the new EU directive on the right to repair, which increasingly requires manufacturers to include replaceable batteries in devices. It remains to be seen whether Sony will also increase the battery capacity itself (currently 1,050 mAh) or tweak the stick technology. According to play3.de, a switch to Hall-effect sticks is considered rather unlikely, but the Edge’s modular stick system is expected to remain.
When will the new DualSense Edge be released?
No one is giving a firm date, but the embargo period is a strong indicator: In previous Sony certifications, it usually marked roughly the timeframe between the announcement and the market launch. A release in the first quarter of 2027 is therefore considered the most likely scenario, though nothing has been officially confirmed yet.
| DualSense Edge (current) | DualSense Edge 2027 (Rumor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Model number | CFI-ZCP1 | CFI-ZCP2 |
| Release Date | January 2023 | probably Q1 2027 |
| Battery | Built-in, 1,050 mAh | presumably replaceable |
| Battery life | approx. 5–6 hours | unknown, possibly improved |
| Stick system | Replaceable modules | presumably unchanged |
Conclusion: Is it worth the switch?
For those who’ve long been frustrated with the DualSense Edge’s battery life, this leak at least offers a glimmer of hope. Until the official announcement, however, all we have is an FCC filing with no images and not a single word from Sony itself—and there’s still time for surprises in either direction until early 2027. If you’re already looking for a Pro controller for the PS5, it’s hard to overlook Sony’s DualSense Edge —though it’s worth checking out some alternatives: We took a closer look at how the SCUF Omega performs in our review.
And if you need to pass the time until 2027: It’s worth checking out the best PS5 games either way.
Conclusion
The FCC certification CFI-ZCP2 is the first concrete indication of a new DualSense Edge, presumably with a replaceable battery and a release window in early 2027. According to the documents, it won’t be a revolution, but rather a targeted update addressing the current model’s biggest weakness. Until Sony officially confirms anything, however, it remains just another leak like so many others: likely, but not certain.
Sources: Eurogamer.de
