How We Rate Rumors
0-20%: Unlikely – Lacks credible sources
21-40%: Questionable – Some concerns remain
41-60%: Plausible – Reasonable evidence
61-80%: Probable – Strong evidence
81-100%: Highly Likely – Multiple reliable sources
RUMOR ASSESSMENT
75%
Probable
With yet another price increase for the PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro, it is expected that the PlayStation 6 will be considerably more expensive than many expected, edging dangerously close to $1000. However, according to known AMD leaker KeplerL2, a $699 price for the system is still possible despite a bill of materials (the cost of all components) estimated to be above $750 if Sony goes the extra mile to keep the price as low as possible.
A $699 PlayStation 6 Is Still Possible ‘With a Reasonable Subsidy,’ But Sony May Not Bother Now That ‘Xbox Is Not Direct Competition,’ Leaker Says
