The next-generation console from Xbox was recently unveiled by its CEO, but an insider already speculates that it could cost around $1,200 or more, bringing a heftier price tag than before.
Xbox Project Helix to Cost Around $1,200 or More
Industry insider and leaker Moore's Law is Dead uploaded a new video on their YouTube channel, which talked about the new Project Helix console that was recently unveiled by the company and its rookie CEO.
Here, the insider claimed that the upcoming console could at least be priced at $1,000, but it would reportedly be capped at around $1,500 for its maximum selling price once it is released.
According to GameRant, the lowest possible price of the next-gen console already puts it at the same price tag as the Asus ROG Xbox Ally X, which costs $999.
The insider claimed that the cost could be offset as the console also acts as an affordable gaming PC that is capable of running Windows and apps like Battle.net, Steam, and others.
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Moore's Law Is Dead also added that Project Helix's components play a huge factor in its price, and it is expected to have more powerful parts that may cost more, which contributes to the higher projected price tag.
It was reported that Project Helix will use the AMD Magnus APU and the RDNA5 graphics, similar to the upcoming successor to the Radeon RX 9070 XT. Additionally, it is expected that Xbox's upcoming upgrades to CPU and RAM components will also add to the heftier price tag of the next-gen console.
This is not to mention the global memory shortage that is already driving the prices up.
That said, it is speculated that Microsoft may sell the console at a loss as customers may protest against a hefty price tag.
There are still no official details, release dates, or pricing released by Microsoft for Project Helix as of this press time.
