As the memory crisis worsens, PlayStation promises it has secured enough RAM to meet its PS5 sales (until early 2027, at least)
Sony says it has secured enough memory chips to meet projected PS5 sales through its 2026 financial year, ending in March 2027, despite a worsening component shortage driven partly by demand for generative AI hardware. This matters because shortages and higher memory costs are already affecting hardware availability and prices across the industry, while Sony expects major releases to support PS5 demand.
Sony sold 1.6 million PS5 consoles in the first quarter of 2026, while PlayStation recorded 125 million monthly active users in June. The company expects hardware profitability in 2026 to remain similar to 2025, although investment in its next-generation platform and restructuring costs have affected finances; uncertainty remains over production and pricing after March 2027.
- Sony has enough PS5 memory supply until March 2027.
- AI-driven shortages are raising hardware costs across the industry.
- Future PlayStation hardware may cost more and arrive later.