Steam Machine pricing may have just leaked by retailer - and it's not cheap
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Key Points:
- Pricing for Valve's upcoming Steam Machine was uncovered through code on the Czech retailer Smarty's website, revealing estimated prices of about $950 for the 512GB model and $1,070 for the 2TB version before potential markups.
- Smarty reportedly adds a 17% markup, which could lower the effective price closer to $814 and $916 respectively, though these figures might be internal estimates rather than final retail prices.
- Compared to current consoles like the PS5 Pro and Xbox Series X, which remain under $800 even with recent price hikes, the Steam Machine appears to be positioned at a higher price point.
- Industry-wide price increases are expected due to ongoing RAM shortages and semiconductor supply issues, factors likely influencing Valve
