Meta Hikes Quest 3 and 3S Prices Amid RAM Shortage
Meta is increasing the retail prices for its Quest 3 and Quest 3S virtual reality headsets, citing the escalating costs of essential hardware components. The adjustment, which takes effect on April 19, reflects broader volatility in the global electronics market.
The company confirmed in an official announcement that the price hikes will impact several models across its current lineup:
- Meta Quest 3S (128GB): New price of $349.99 (+$50)
- Meta Quest 3S (256GB): New price of $449.99 (+$50)
- Meta Quest 3: New price of $599.99 (+$100)
According to Meta, the decision to raise prices is driven by a surge in the cost of critical components, specifically memory chips. The firm stated that these supply chain pressures are affecting nearly every segment of consumer electronics, forcing them to modify pricing to maintain their standards for hardware and software support.
Market-Wide Impact
The updated pricing strategy will also extend to refurbished Meta Quest units. However, the company noted that the cost of its current ecosystem of accessories will remain unchanged.
Meta’s move follows a growing trend among major technology firms grappling with the global RAM supply crisis. Similar pricing adjustments have recently been implemented by industry peers, including Samsung, Microsoft, and Sony, as manufacturers struggle to absorb the rising expenses of high-performance hardware production.