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Microsoft Eyes Xbox Price Hike Amid DRAM Shortage

11/24/2025

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  • Microsoft Corp. is considering another price increase for Xbox Series X and Series S due to ongoing global dynamic random-access memory (DRAM) shortages.
  • After two price hikes earlier this year, Microsoft has warned partners about potential further increases.
  • Significant DRAM demand from AI data centers drives rising costs, which have left consumer electronics vulnerable and could reshape pricing strategies.
  • Sony Group Corp. appears better positioned, having secured DRAM supplies earlier.