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# PS6 and Xbox Helix Chipsets Officially Tape Out

September 23, 2026 at 02:58 PM

> Next-gen console production is set for 2027 as leaks reveal Xbox Helix performance leads and rising manufacturing costs for both systems.

New reports from leakers Kepler_L2 and MLID indicate that chipsets for the **PlayStation** 6 and **Xbox Helix** have officially taped out. Production for these next-generation consoles is currently scheduled for Q2 2027, marking a major milestone in their development.

The Xbox Helix reportedly features 56 TFLOPS, a 40% advantage over the PlayStation 6's 40 TFLOPS. Sony's console likely utilizes 52 active Compute Units at 3.0 GHz. The Xbox Helix also boasts 42% more silicon, 20% more memory, and supports third-party stores.

Rising costs are a concern, with the PS6 bill of materials jumping from $760 to $960. Sony's CEO expects high memory prices through 2027. Consequently, the Xbox Helix may exceed $1,000 at retail, despite a projected $900 manufacturing cost at scale.



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