New Xbox Project Helix rumors: 6x rasterization boost, 20x ray tracing, AMD Magnus APU, Zen 6 CPU, $1000 price in 2027. Compete with PS6 targets.
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New details have emerged online about the next-generation Xbox, codenamed Project Helix. According to the YouTube channel Moore's Law is Dead, the new console will deliver a sixfold performance increase in rasterization compared to the Xbox Series X, while ray tracing performance could jump by roughly 20 times.
The device is reportedly built around an AMD Magnus APU with RDNA 5 architecture. The source estimates each compute core will see a performance boost of about 65%, though the total number of compute units will only grow by around 30% compared to the current generation. Thanks to architectural improvements, a significant leap in overall power is expected, potentially allowing the console to compete with the rumored 120 fps targets attributed to the future PlayStation 6.
On the CPU side, rumors suggest Microsoft will opt for a hybrid configuration based on Zen 6 and Zen 6c—up to three full Zen 6 cores and eight energy-efficient Zen 6c cores. This approach should strike a balance between the demands of traditional console gaming and compatibility with the PC ecosystem, which the company is increasingly prioritizing.
Such a substantial performance boost is likely to impact the device's price. Preliminary estimates suggest the new Xbox could cost around $1,000 at launch in 2027, with a potential upper range of $1,200 to $1,500. Official confirmation of specifications and pricing remains pending.