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Speculation regarding the pricing of next-generation consoles has intensified, with rumors suggesting that a primary new Xbox device could exceed $1200. Some estimates even indicate that costs might climb beyond $1500, sparking significant debate among observers about the viability of such high-priced hardware.
Industry source Kepler_L2 attributes these rising costs to unforeseen spikes in RAM and NAND prices, which have increased fivefold. According to the source, neither Sony nor Microsoft intended to design consoles exceeding $1000, as the development process for such hardware typically spans five years or more.
Kepler_L2 suggests that the PlayStation 6 may hold a competitive edge, as it is reportedly cheaper to manufacture than the primary device in the Xbox Helix family. Specifically, the source claims that the material costs for the PS6 are approximately $200 lower than those of the Xbox project codenamed Magnus.
These figures imply that Sony's production expenditure for the PS6 is currently hovering near the $1000 mark. This potential cost disparity could become a significant factor for the platform's market position while component prices remain elevated.
