Microsoft has announced a new price increase for Xbox Series X|S
consoles, with updated prices taking effect on August 1, 2026. The
company explained that the adjustment is related to rising manufacturing
costs, particularly higher component expenses such as memory and
storage.
๐ฐ New Xbox Series X|S Prices
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Xbox Series S 512GB: now $399.99 USD
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Xbox Series S 1TB: now $499.99 USD
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Xbox Series X Digital 1TB: now $599.99 USD
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Xbox Series X Disc Edition 1TB: now $649.99 USD
๐ Xbox Series X|S New Prices Comparison
| Console Model | Previous Price | New Price | Increase |
| Xbox Series S 512GB | $299.99 USD | $399.99 USD | + $100 |
| Xbox Series S 1TB | $349.99 USD | $499.99 USD | + $150 |
| Xbox Series X Digital 1TB | $449.99 USD | $599.99 USD | + $150 |
| Xbox Series X Disc Edition 1TB | $499.99 USD | $649.99 USD | + $150 |
โฌ๏ธ Another Price Increase for Xbox Hardware
The new pricing represents another significant increase for Microsoft's current-generation consoles. Some models have seen price jumps of up to $150 USD, making Xbox Series X|S considerably more expensive than at launch. Microsoft continues to focus on its broader Xbox ecosystem, with services like Xbox Game Pass, cloud gaming, and multiplatform releases becoming key parts of its strategy beyond traditional console sales.
