Recent reports suggest Microsoft is planning to release its next Xbox consoles in 2027. The information, shared by the YouTube channel Moore’s Law is Dead, indicates Microsoft has been talking with partners about a 2027 release date. The channel also claims to have learned details about the console’s processor, an AMD APU codenamed Magnus.
The new Magnus APU will combine two main components: a CPU chip and a graphics processor (GPU). The CPU will be based on AMD’s advanced Zen 6 architecture and will include up to 3 regular Zen 6 cores, plus 8 smaller, more efficient Zen 6c cores, all sharing a 12 MB cache. The GPU will utilize the same technology found in AMD’s Radeon desktop graphics cards and will feature 68 RDNA5 processing units with 4 shader engines. This hardware is expected to have a 24 MB cache, which is five times larger than the cache found in the Xbox Series X.
Although specific memory details haven’t been announced, the system will use a 192-bit memory bus and support configurations of 24GB, 36GB, or 48GB of RAM. A dedicated AI processor (NPU) capable of 110 trillion operations per second will accelerate tasks like image upscaling and Microsoft Copilot, and can reduce to 46 TOPS to conserve power. The entire processor is expected to use between 250 and 350 watts of power.
According to data from Moore’s Law is Dead, the new chip expected in the next Xbox doesn’t appear to be significantly faster than the rumored chip for the PS6. Although the Xbox’s chip, called Magnus, might use around 70% more power (with a TDP of 350W), the performance increase is estimated to be only 30-35%.
Despite not being a huge leap forward, the Xbox will likely offer a better experience for many games. While the PlayStation 6 might handle games at higher resolutions, the Xbox is expected to deliver smoother gameplay with higher frame rates. For instance, according to Moore’s Law is Dead, a game running at 4K resolution and 120 frames per second on the PS6 could potentially run at 4K and 144 FPS on the Xbox.
Rumors about the next Xbox suggest Microsoft is working on a device that blends the features of a PC and a console. This new system would not only play games specifically made for Xbox, but also titles purchased from platforms like Steam and GOG. This points to Microsoft strengthening its ‘Xbox Play Anywhere’ program, allowing games to be played on both Xbox and PC. However, reports also suggest this next-generation console will likely cost more than the PlayStation.
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2025-10-10 18:11