The manufacturing cost of the PlayStation 6 is said to have increased to US$ 960 just in materials, according to a new report. This rise fuels speculation that the next Sony console could exceed US$ 1,000 at launch.
The information comes from a report based on data from the leaker Kepler_K2, known for accurately predicting technical specifications and component prices for consoles. The increase is primarily driven by the rising costs of RAM and SSDs.
The manufacturing cost of the PlayStation 6 is said to have increased to US$ 960
How much would it cost to manufacture the PlayStation 6
According to Kepler_K2, the bill of materials (BoM) cost for the PlayStation 6 rose from US$ 760 in March 2026 to US$ 960 currently.
This represents an increase of US$ 200 in just a few months. According to the report, the trend has not yet stopped, and costs could continue to rise.
Why the cost of the PlayStation 6 is increasing
The report notes that technology industry analysts expect further price increases for RAM and SSD units. The reason is the rising demand for these components from the artificial intelligence industry.
Why the cost of the PlayStation 6 is increasing
If this scenario continues, the manufacturing cost of the PlayStation 6 could exceed US$ 1,000 before its launch.
What price could the PlayStation 6 have
Historically, Sony has marketed its consoles with a reduced margin, offsetting part of the cost through the sale of video games and services. According to the report, this subsidy typically ranges between US$ 100 and US$ 200.
What price could the PlayStation 6 have
In this scenario, the PlayStation 6 could hit the market at a price close to US$ 999, a figure that the report considers likely for commercial reasons.
The manufacturing cost could still continue to rise
The report also warns that if memory and storage prices continue to rise, the production cost of the PlayStation 6 could be between US$ 1,400 and US$ 1,500 by the time it reaches the market.
While there are rumors pointing to a launch in 2027, the report clarifies that this date could not be verified. It also suggests that if costs keep growing, price increases similar to those already experienced by the current generation of consoles could occur.
