The 2026 Hardware Dilemma: Is the Next‑Gen Xbox Worth the Wait?
MD’s Hint About the 2027 Xbox Launch In a recent AMD earnings call, CEO Dr. Lisa Su dropped a notable update: Microsoft’s next‑generation Xbox console — powered by a custom AMD semi‑custom SoC — is progressing well and is being built to support a 2027 launch . While AMD didn’t officially confirm a release date, this timeline aligns with multiple industry reports and interpretations. This is a shift from the traditional 7–8‑year console cycle (current gen began in late 2020), suggesting Microsoft could be ready to reveal or ship this new hardware sooner than some had expected. Today’s Consoles: PS5 vs. Xbox Series X Before we speculate about future silicon, it helps to ground ourselves in what’s currently on the market: the PS5 and Xbox Series X. Both machines use AMD Zen 2 CPUs and RDNA 2 GPUs , but with slightly different hardware focuses: Xbox Series X — Slightly higher GPU teraflops and larger internal storage. PS5 — Faster SSD throughput, which can translate t...