PlayStation 6 memory and storage costs may exceed $680, raising price concerns

Reports suggest the PlayStation 6's memory and storage components alone could cost over $680, potentially pushing total manufacturing costs near $1,000 and raising concerns about its retail price. The claim was made by hardware leaker Kepler_L2 on NeoGAF, countering speculation that Sony could sell the console for $680. The leaker previously estimated the total bill of materials at nearly $1,000, reflecting recent component price increases. Rising memory costs, driven by AI data center demand, are impacting consumer electronics. Sony has not confirmed PS6 specifications or pricing, and its CEO stated no plans to sell hardware at a significant loss, potentially delaying the console's expected 2028 release.