Why is the Xbox Series X so expensive?
Microsoft raised the US price of the Xbox Series X again on August 1, 2026, and Microsoft's own Xbox Wire post gives the reason: "console storage and memory prices have increased by more than 2.5x." VoltVault has the 1TB disc Xbox Series X in stock at $379 USD, under its $499 launch price: open-box, never used, free tracked shipping from Utah, USA, with a 30-day money-back guarantee.
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. Prices can change again, so open Xbox Wire, June 25, 2026 or Microsoft's Series X page for today's figure.
What Microsoft said
- The reason: "Unfortunately, console storage and memory prices have increased by more than 2.5x and we expect another doubling by the fall of 2027."
- When: announced June 25, 2026; "Effective August 1, 2026, we will be updating prices worldwide." Microsoft's post also says it raised US Xbox console prices "last October".
- How much: Microsoft's Series X page shows today's price for each model; how much is an Xbox Series X? covers it model by model.
- Microsoft's view of it: consoles "are typically not sold at a profit, but instead for less than they cost to make."
- At launch: the Series X launched at $499 on November 10, 2020 (Xbox Wire, September 9, 2020).
That is the reason Microsoft gives. Other sites tell other stories about why; this page sticks to what Microsoft wrote. Console prices in 2026 covers the PlayStation and Nintendo changes too, and where to buy consoles at the original price lists every console we sell under its launch price.
What do you get with the Series X model?
Microsoft's post explains why its console prices changed. The Series X model itself determines which hardware you get: a 1TB internal SSD, a disc drive for physical Xbox games and 4K Blu-ray movies, and 4K play at up to 120 frames per second. That is different from the smaller, all-digital Series S. Buyers who already own game discs, want movie playback or use a 4K television may prefer these features. If those details do not matter to you, read Xbox Series S vs X before choosing.
Which Series X does VoltVault sell?
The 1TB Xbox Series X with the disc drive, in Carbon Black, open-box and never used, at $379 USD (Xbox Series X in stock). It is not the all-digital Robot White and not the X25 Limited Edition. Does the Xbox Series X have a disc drive? explains the models, and Xbox Series S vs X compares the two consoles.
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The VoltVault Xbox Series X
- Xbox Series X, 1TB SSD, disc drive, Carbon Black, open-box, never used, $379 USD
- In the box: the console, one Xbox Wireless Controller and the cables
- Free tracked shipping from Utah, USA within 2 business days of confirmed payment; US transit is about 2–5 business days, and the tracking number is emailed when the label is made
- Return it within 30 days of delivery for a full refund of the item price (returns policy)
- Ask a person before you pay: orders@shopvoltvault.com
Open-box, never used: the box has been opened, so we do not sell it as factory-sealed, but the console itself has not been used. It is not refurbished.
More Xbox Series X answers
- How much is an Xbox Series X?
- Is the Xbox Series X worth it?
- Xbox Series X under $400
- Where to buy an Xbox Series X
- Xbox Series X in stock: the open-box listing, what is in the box and how it ships
Ready to look at the console itself? The Xbox Series X listing has the full specs.
VoltVault Team
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Common questions
Why is the Xbox Series X so expensive?
Microsoft raised Series X prices again on August 1, 2026, and its June 25, 2026 Xbox Wire post says "console storage and memory prices have increased by more than 2.5x." VoltVault has the 1TB disc Series X in stock, open-box and never used, at $379 USD.
Why is the Xbox Series X more expensive now?
Two price changes. Microsoft's post says it raised US Xbox console prices "last October", and then announced a worldwide change "effective August 1, 2026". Microsoft's US prices went up again on August 1, 2026.
Why is the Xbox Series X price going up?
Microsoft names parts costs: "console storage and memory prices have increased by more than 2.5x and we expect another doubling by the fall of 2027." It also says consoles "are typically not sold at a profit, but instead for less than they cost to make." We do not guess whether prices will rise again or come down; we read the post again on October 28, 2026.
What did the Xbox Series X cost at launch?
$499. Xbox Wire on September 9, 2020 gave the Series X price as $499 for its November 10, 2020 launch.
How much is the VoltVault Xbox Series X?
$379 USD for the 1TB disc Series X in Carbon Black, open-box and never used, shipped from Utah, USA with a 30-day money-back guarantee.
Which Series X model does VoltVault sell?
The 1TB model with the disc drive, in Carbon Black. Not the all-digital Robot White and not the X25 Limited Edition.
Is the VoltVault Xbox Series X refurbished?
No. It is open-box, never used: the box has been opened, so we do not sell it as factory-sealed, but the console itself has not been used.