Sony’s next generation console, the PlayStation 6, will once again be based on AMD chip technology, according to reports. This decision continues an already established partnership between Sony and AMD, which has been in place since the PlayStation 4. Intel, which was also in the running for the prestigious contract, was unable to convince Sony with its offer.
The most important facts in brief
- Sony continues to rely on AMD chips for the PlayStation 6.
- Intel and Sony were unable to agree on a price.
- AMD’s backwards compatibility and expertise convinced Sony.
- No official information on price or availability of the console.
Decision in favor of AMD
Sony has once again opted for AMD as the chip manufacturer, which brings many advantages for both developers and gamers. This was reported by the news agency Reuters, among others. One decisive factor was probably the backwards compatibility made possible by AMD’s processor architecture. This ensures that games from older PlayStation generations will run smoothly on the PlayStation 6. The continuation of the partnership with AMD promises a seamless integration of already known technologies and standards, which represents a risk-minimizing decision for Sony.
Intel, on the other hand, would have had to invest more time and resources to create the same technical requirements. The Reuters report reveals that a deal between Sony and Intel failed primarily due to price negotiations. Intel apparently submitted a higher offer, which Sony was unwilling to accept.
According to industry insiders, Intel is said to have lost out on 30 billion US dollars. The chip manufacturer has since commented on the rumors, contradicting the Reuters article and emphasizing that talks are still ongoing. This is another negative headline for the now ailing chip manufacturer. Just yesterday it was announced that Intel is putting its plans to build large chip factories in Magdeburg and Wroclaw on hold for the time being.
AMD: A proven partner
AMD has established itself as a reliable partner in the gaming world. Not only the PlayStation, but also Microsoft’s Xbox rely on AMD chips, which have been specially optimized for consoles. This close integration of hardware and software is an essential point for Sony, as the high performance and efficiency of AMD processors already provided good feedback in the PlayStation 5.
Conclusion
Sony is once again relying on AMD and is thus staying on a proven course. This decision not only promises stability, but also technical advantages such as ongoing backwards compatibility and optimized gaming performance. An exact release date or price for the PlayStation 6 has not yet been announced, but fans can look forward to a strong system built on a solid foundation.
