Key Takeaways
1. The Sony Canis handheld gaming device features a six-core CPU with four Zen 6c cores and two Zen 6 Low Power cores, supporting up to 48 GB of LPDDR5X-8533 RAM.
2. The estimated price for the Canis is projected to be between $549 and $699, potentially increasing by its market release in one to two years.
3. Canis will include a 16 CU RDNA 5 integrated GPU, providing up to 75% of PS5’s rasterization performance when docked and impressive ray-tracing capabilities.
4. Not all PS4 and PS5 games will work seamlessly on the Canis; some will require updates for optimal performance.
5. A recent software update for PlayStation beta users introduced a ‘low power mode’ for the PS5, possibly to test game performance under limited power conditions.
Moore’s Law is Dead recently shared detailed specifications for Sony’s new handheld gaming device, known as Canis. While some of the earlier information was somewhat speculative and included estimated ranges, the leaker has now provided clearer insights and updated some of the previous specs as well.
CPU and RAM Details
To kick things off, the Canis will come equipped with a six-core CPU, which includes four Zen 6c cores along with two Zen 6 Low Power cores. The device is designed to support up to 48 GB of LPDDR5X-8533 RAM, although the actual amount may be less. According to Tom’s analysis of the manufacturing expenses, Sony could comfortably fit in 40 GB without any problems. His projections suggest that the price could range from $549 to $699, but this price might rise by the time it hits the market in a year or two.
GPU Performance
On the graphics front, Canis is set to come with a 16 CU RDNA 5 integrated GPU, operating at a handheld clock speed of 1.2 GHz (and 1.65 GHz when docked). The device supports backward compatibility with both PS4 and PS5 games, delivering up to 75% of the PS5’s rasterization performance while docked. The ray-tracing capabilities are particularly noteworthy, boasting an impressive claimed 2.6x increase. However, not all games will function seamlessly on this handheld; several will need updates to ensure a smooth gaming experience on the device.
Recent Software Updates
In a recent update for PlayStation beta users, Sony introduced a ‘low power mode’ for the console that is meant to be used on a tabletop and does not operate on battery. While the official explanation pointed to energy efficiency, there’s a strong possibility that Sony is testing how PS5 games perform under limited power conditions, giving developers a chance to adjust their games accordingly.
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