Sony is increasing PlayStation 5 console prices in the United States by $50 across all models effective August 21. Updated US prices are: PS5 $550, PS5 Digital Edition $500, and PS5 Pro $750. PS5 accessory prices remain unchanged and the hike applies only to the US, while other markets experienced earlier increases. Higher tariff rates in production countries such as China (30%), Japan (15%), Vietnam (20%), and Malaysia (19%) are cited as contributing factors. Competing console makers have also announced or faced potential price adjustments amid recent tariff actions. The PS5 has reached 80 million units sold worldwide.
Sony is raising PS5 prices in the US, with every system going up by $50. The company said it is continuing to "navigate a challenging economic environment" and will pass the cost on to consumers in the form of higher prices. The new prices go into effect on August 21. The new prices can be seen below: PlayStation 5 - $550 (previously $500) PlayStation 5 Digital Edition - $500 (previously $450) PlayStation 5 Pro -- $750 (previously $700)
Analyst Daniel Ahmad said Sony is raising prices against the backdrop of higher tariff rates on countries where the PS5 is produced, including China (30%), Japan (15%), Vietnam (20%), and Malaysia (19%). Before this, Microsoft announced price hikes for its Xbox consoles. Nintendo, meanwhile, has said it cannot rule out raising the price of the Switch 2 due to tariffs. The company has already raised prices on a number of Switch 2 accessories.
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