AI Boom Triggers Memory Shortage: Sony PlayStation 6 Release Delay 2027 Possible
Global RAM shortages driven by the AI boom could force a Sony PlayStation 6 release delay beyond its 2027 target. Explore why Sony is weighing a launch delay against potential price hikes.
The wait for the next generation of gaming might be getting longer. Thanks to the AI boom's insatiable appetite for memory, Sony may have to push back the PlayStation 6 (PS6) launch. According to a report from Insider Gaming, industry discussions are shifting toward delaying console releases as global RAM shortages threaten production costs and supply chains.
Impact of Memory Scarcity on Sony PlayStation 6 Release Delay 2027
Previous leaks indicated that Sony was targeting a November 2027 release for the PS6. However, the tech industry's pivot toward AI has diverted massive amounts of semiconductor resources, causing prices for laptop and smartphone components to spike. With no sign of the AI momentum slowing down, memory manufacturers are prioritizing high-margin server chips over consumer-grade hardware, making the 2027 window increasingly difficult to maintain.
Sony's Triple Threat: Price, Profit, or Patience
If Sony sticks to its original timeline, it faces a tough choice: pass the extra costs to gamers—potentially hurting sales—or absorb the losses to keep the console affordable. The third option, currently under heavy discussion, is to simply delay the release. By waiting, Sony hopes that RAM supply will eventually catch up with demand, allowing for a more cost-effective production cycle in the future.
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