Xbox's Latest Console Pricing Confirmed, Matches the Extortionate PS5 Pro Pricing for Xbox's new X25 console has been revealed, and it matches the steep cost of Sony's PlayStation 5 Pro. A reliable source has leaked the price, suggesting the Xbox Series X25 Limited Edition will cost roughly the same as the current PS5 Pro without a disc drive. While the exact figure isn’t specified, the reported price could position the Xbox console as one of the most expensive in the market. Microsoft announced the Xbox Series X25 Limited Edition in June 2026, highlighting its design inspired by the original translucent green Xbox console from 2001/02. The special edition includes a matching controller, 1TB of storage, and a disc drive. Pre-orders for the console are set to launch during Gamescom next week, with the translucent green controller receiving a standalone release on October 20, 2026. Despite its nostalgic design and limited-edition status, the Xbox Series X25 is essentially an updated version of the Xbox Series X, which launched in 2020. Its performance remains unchanged from the original console, and it does not offer the enhanced power of the PS5 Pro. Critics argue that the premium price is largely a result of its collectible appeal rather than significant technological advancements. The trend of rising console prices has intensified in recent years. When the Xbox Series X debuted in November 2020, it cost £449.99/$499.99, while the Xbox Series S (512GB) was priced at £249.99/$299.99. Today, the standard Series X with a disc drive costs £669.99/$799.99, and the Series S has risen to £429.99/$499.99. Similarly, the PlayStation 5, which launched at £449.99/$499.99 in 2020, now costs £569.99/$649.99. The PS5 Pro, introduced in November 2024 without a disc drive or vertical stand for £699.99/$699.#microsoft #sony #playstation_5_pro #xbox_series_x #xbox_series_x25
