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Microsoft hikes Xbox Series X price, again, to $649 — second price increase of 2025 comes as shifting tariffs continue to plague tech prices

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Tom's Hardware

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Sep 19, 2025

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Microsoft is raising the price of its Xbox Series X console to $649.99, marking the second increase this year due to changing tariffs. The price hike only affects U.S. customers and covers consoles only, unlike the previous increase that impacted global pricing. Sony recently raised prices for its PlayStation 5 lineup by $50, with the standard PS5 now at $549.99, undercutting the Xbox Series X by $100. Microsoft's move comes amid a competitive market with affordable PCs offering similar performance at around $600, making the high price of the Series X harder to justify.

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