AMD CEO Confirms Next-Gen Xbox on Track for 2027, New Steam Machine Planned for 2026

Despite prevailing market uncertainty surrounding the next generation of gaming consoles, AMD CEO Dr. Lisa Su has expressed confidence that a significant delay is "not very likely." In recent statements, Su provided an optimistic update on the progress of both the next-generation Xbox and Valve's new Steam Machine, confirming that both platforms are on schedule and will continue to be powered by AMD chip solutions.

 

AMD CEO Confirms Next-Gen Xbox on Track for 2027, New Steam Machine Planned for 2026

 

According to comments made during a recent earnings call, Microsoft's next-generation Xbox is progressing smoothly, with development targeting a 2027 release window. The console will be built around a semi-custom AMD System on a Chip (SoC), continuing the long-standing partnership between the two technology giants. This timeline keeps the hardware on a path to launch as anticipated by the industry.

However, industry analysts have raised concerns about potential hurdles, particularly the sustained increase in memory prices. Xbox President Sarah Bond has previously described the new device as "very high-end," leading to speculation about its final cost. If current development trends continue, the new Xbox is expected to feature a powerful AMD "Magnus" APU, with an 11-core Zen 6 CPU and RDNA 5 graphics architecture. This configuration may demand 36GB or even more of GDDR7 memory, which could significantly drive up the console's price for consumers, especially in a market where memory shortages are already impacting component costs.


AMD CEO Confirms Next-Gen Xbox on Track for 2027, New Steam Machine Planned for 2026

 

Meanwhile, Valve is also preparing to re-enter the console-like hardware space with a new Steam Machine, which is planned for an early 2026 launch. This device is positioned more towards the mid-to-low end of the market. It will reportedly feature an AMD Zen 4 processor with RDNA 3 graphics architecture, a combination capable of supporting 4K output. However, similar to the Xbox, analysts speculate that the high cost of DDR5 memory could potentially cause Valve to postpone its originally planned Q1 2026 release.

It is important to note that while Su's comments indicate strong progress in chip development, they do not serve as an unconditional guarantee of a 2027 release for the Xbox. External factors, including supply chain stability and component costs, could still influence the final production and launch timeline for both upcoming systems.

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