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The PS5 price increase announced by Sony in March 2026 affects consoles and the PlayStation Portal across multiple regions. The first changes took effect on April 2, with further price rises announced for South Korea and Southeast Asia from May 1. Here is a region-by-region breakdown of the listed prices, along with the timing and details of the changes.
PS5 price increase: What changed and when
Sony said the April price changes were necessary because of “continued pressures in the global economic landscape.” The company announced increases of $100 for the standard PS5 and PS5 Digital Edition, and $150 for the PS5 Pro. Prices for the PS Portal also rose in the regions listed below.
On April 28, Sony announced additional adjustments in South Korea and Southeast Asia, effective May 1, 2026. The prices in those markets are provided below. When comparing prices, check the exact model and local currency: the standard edition and Digital Edition are listed separately in several regions.
PS5 prices in the United States
- PS5 – $649.99, previously $549.99
- PS5 Digital Edition – $599.99, previously $499.99
- PS5 Pro – $899.999, previously $749.99
- PS Portal – $249.99, previously $199.99
PS5 prices in the United Kingdom
- PS5 – £569.99, previously £479.99
- PS5 Digital Edition – £519.99, previously £429.99
- PS5 Pro – £789.99, previously £699.99
- PS Portal – £219.99, previously £199.99
PS5 prices in Europe
- PS5 – €649.99, previously €549.99
- PS5 Digital Edition – €599.99, previously €499.99
- PS5 Pro – €899.99, previously €799.99
- PS Portal – €249.99, previously €219.99
PS5 prices in Japan
- PS5 – ¥97,980, previously ¥79,980
- PS5 Digital Edition – ¥89,980, previously ¥72,980
- PS5 Pro – ¥137,980, previously ¥119,980
- PS Portal – ¥39,980, previously ¥34,980
When Sony announced the March changes, it was unclear whether the Japan-only Digital Edition, then priced at ¥55,000, would also be affected.
South Korea price changes
From May 1, the digital PS5 price in South Korea rose from ₩598,000 to ₩858,000, while the standard console increased from ₩748,000 to ₩948,000. The PS5 Pro rose 16%, from ₩1.118 million to ₩1.298 million.
Southeast Asia prices from May 1, 2026
Singapore
- Standard PS5 – SGD 764
- Digital PS5 – SGD 849
- PS5 Pro – SGD 1,167
- PS Portal – SGD 347
Malaysia
- PS5 – MYR 2,799
- PS5 Digital Edition – MYR 2,499
- PS5 Pro – MYR 3,999
- PS Portal – MYR 1,099
Thailand
- PS5 – THB 20,990
- PS5 Digital Edition – THB 18,790
- PS5 Pro – THB 30,990
- PS Portal – THB 8,380
Indonesia
- PS5 – IDR 11,399,000
- PS5 Digital Edition – IDR 9,999,000
- PS Portal – IDR 5,199,000
Philippines
- PS5 – PHP 40,032
Vietnam
- PS5 – VND 16,900,000
For shoppers, the practical takeaway is to verify the current price with a local retailer before purchasing, since the figures above are region-specific and do not represent a single global price. The PS5 price increase reflects Sony’s announced adjustments; availability and retailer pricing may vary by market.
What the price changes could mean for console buyers
The announcements came amid wider concerns about memory and component supply. The article also noted reports that the shortage could affect plans for future hardware, including a possible PS6 launch in 2028 or 2029. Sony had shipped 8 million PS5 units during the holiday period referenced in its financial report, down 15.7% from 9.5 million at the end of Q3 2024.
Other companies have faced supply and pricing questions too. Valve delayed several planned hardware products, while Nintendo said it was working to secure stable memory supplies and would consider multiple factors if it changed hardware prices. These developments provide context, but they do not confirm future prices or launch dates.
Conclusion
The PS5 price increase introduced in April 2026 raised listed prices for the PS5, PS5 Digital Edition, PS5 Pro and PS Portal in several markets, followed by further changes in South Korea and Southeast Asia from May 1. Check the price for your country and console model before buying, as regional prices and product availability differ.
