Could the next-generation Xbox be just around the corner? AMD CEO Lisa Su has dropped a hint that the highly anticipated console might launch in 2027. In a recent earnings call, Su casually revealed that Microsoft's next-gen Xbox, powered by an AMD semi-custom SoC, is on track for a 2027 release. This news has gaming enthusiasts buzzing with excitement, as it aligns with earlier rumors about new console releases from both Sony and Microsoft in the same year. But here's where it gets interesting: Su's announcement also sheds light on AMD's semi-custom chip business, which includes video game consoles. The company's annual revenue from this sector is projected to take a dip in 2026, a natural decline after the launch of the latest console generation in 2020. AMD is the brainpower behind the processors in both the Xbox Series X/S and Sony's PlayStation 5. So, what's next for AMD and Microsoft? The companies are now co-engineering silicon across a range of devices, including the next-generation Xbox consoles. This suggests that we might see a traditional Xbox home system and a portable handheld device, like the Steam Deck, in the future. But wait, there's more! AMD is also responsible for the processors in Valve's Steam Deck and the upcoming console-like Steam Machine. So, while we wait for the next-gen Xbox to arrive, let's keep an eye out for these exciting new gaming devices. And this is the part most people miss: the timing of AMD's announcement could be a strategic move to maintain its position in the gaming market. Will the next-gen Xbox live up to the hype? Only time will tell. But one thing's for sure: the gaming world is about to get a whole lot more exciting.
