Xbox Series X and Series S Could See Another Price Increase Due to Rising RAM Costs, Says Leaker

According to a well-known leaker—whose credibility is somewhat debated—Microsoft might once again raise the prices of Xbox Series X|S in the near future because of a significant increase in RAM costs.

The claim comes from YouTuber Moore’s Law is Dead, who has a mixed track record but recently gained some credibility after correctly predicting certain features of the PS5 Pro before they were officially announced.

Even so, these are still speculations from the YouTuber, though they are based on realistic or at least highly plausible facts, making the topic worth noting.

Rising RAM Prices Are a Real Concern

The one certain fact in this situation is that RAM prices are indeed rising sharply. This is likely due to the growing demand for these components, particularly for powering artificial intelligence infrastructure.

Many have noticed how RAM prices have nearly doubled in recent months compared to previous periods. This situation resembles the chip shortage that occurred during the pandemic, combined with the high demand for hardware used in cryptocurrency mining.

Moore’s Law is Dead connects these dots, suggesting that Microsoft may be forced to raise Xbox prices again to offset the increased cost of RAM.

This possible move would come not long after the last Xbox Series X and Series S price increase, which already sparked backlash in the U.S. It would therefore be a risky decision—but one that is not confirmed at this time.

How Sony and Microsoft Differ in Their Strategies

Sony, on the other hand, is not expected to face similar challenges. Reports suggest that Sony has built up large stockpiles of hardware components, ensuring a stable PS5 production at previously set prices.

Microsoft’s situation appears to be different. The company has reportedly not maintained continuous large-scale production, which could explain the limited availability of Xbox consoles in some markets.

In short, there is a real and growing cost issue with RAM, and a rumor from a YouTuber linking that to potential Xbox price hikes. While the reasoning makes sense, for now, this remains speculation rather than confirmed information.