RAM Prices Can Delay Console Releases

RAM Prices Can Delay Console Releases

Business

30 December 2025 16:37

The cost of gaming is set to rise even further, with hardware prices expected to climb due to a growing shortage of key components like RAM and GPUs. This price hike is largely driven by the increasing demand for AI-driven technologies, which has resulted in a tighter supply of these critical materials. The effects are already being felt across the industry, and it's projected that both PlayStation and Xbox may increase the prices of their consoles sometime in 2026.

A recent report from Insider Gaming highlights the growing concern within the gaming industry over the lack of reasonably priced RAM. As both Sony and Microsoft gear up to launch their next-gen consoles, and Steam prepares to release its own Steam Machine, the demand for RAM is higher than ever. Unfortunately, with supply chains strained, manufacturers are struggling to keep up, which could make it harder to keep console prices competitive.

The situation is so dire that there are rumors about potential delays for the release of next-gen consoles. Some sources indicate that console manufacturers might consider pushing back the launch dates to avoid the impact of the RAM shortage. By waiting, they hope to give component manufacturers more time to improve production efficiency and lower costs. Although nothing is confirmed yet, this potential delay underscores just how much pressure the gaming hardware industry is under as we head into 2026.

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RAM Prices Can Delay Console Releases

Business

30 December 2025 16:37

Tags: RAM Sony Xbox

The cost of gaming is set to rise even further, with hardware prices expected to climb due to a growing shortage of key components like RAM and GPUs. This price hike is largely driven by the increasing demand for AI-driven technologies, which has resulted in a tighter supply of these critical materials. The effects are already being felt across the industry, and it's projected that both PlayStation and Xbox may increase the prices of their consoles sometime in 2026.

A recent report from Insider Gaming highlights the growing concern within the gaming industry over the lack of reasonably priced RAM. As both Sony and Microsoft gear up to launch their next-gen consoles, and Steam prepares to release its own Steam Machine, the demand for RAM is higher than ever. Unfortunately, with supply chains strained, manufacturers are struggling to keep up, which could make it harder to keep console prices competitive.

The situation is so dire that there are rumors about potential delays for the release of next-gen consoles. Some sources indicate that console manufacturers might consider pushing back the launch dates to avoid the impact of the RAM shortage. By waiting, they hope to give component manufacturers more time to improve production efficiency and lower costs. Although nothing is confirmed yet, this potential delay underscores just how much pressure the gaming hardware industry is under as we head into 2026.

More:Hung "Karsa" Hau-hsuan Retires

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