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Kepler_L2 reported the PS6 bill of materials has climbed to around $960, up roughly $200 from earlier estimates. He linked that increase to elevated LPDDR memory prices driven by AI data center demand, and said those memory costs make a $600 PS6 handheld "definitely not possible right now," putting pressure on where Sony can price its next-gen lineup. Answered
PlayStation 6 handheld not expected to stay under $600, warns leakerIf LPDDR prices stay high, Sony may offset higher PS6 handheld costs by leaning on game and PS Plus pricing to make up the difference. The site’s related coverage also suggests Sony could look at cutting PlayStation 6 memory or other specs to keep unit costs down (see Related 3 , "Sony reportedly looking at cutting PlayStation 6 memory to keep costs down"). Answered
PlayStation 6 handheld not expected to stay under $600, warns leaker… Answered Question 4 How might Sony offset higher PS6 handheld costs if LPDDR prices remain elevated? If LPDDR prices stay high, Sony may offset higher PS6 handheld costs by leaning on game and PS Plus pricing to make up the difference. …
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