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What You'll Really Pay for the PS3 (page 2 of 4)
- August 17, 2006 18:55 PM PST
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PlayStation 3 20 GB Software Bundle
The PS3 20 GB, three games, and an extra controller: $770.01 (estimate)
SUMMARY: When the Xbox 360 launched, many online retailers maximized their profit margins by only offering the system as part of an expensive bundle. It's likely that the PS3 will be offered in a similar bundle -- these mock-ups are meant to represent a basic bundle that is likely to be offered at a GameStop or EBGames come November.
- PlayStation 3 20 GB: $499.99
- 3 games: $179.97
- 1 extra controller: $49.99
Subtotal (pre-tax): $729.95
Average total (5.5% tax): $770.01
High tax total (8.75% tax): $793.82
PlayStation 3 60 GB Software Bundle
The PS3 60GB, three games, and an extra controller: $875.60 (estimate)
SUMMARY: This particular bundle is likely to be a popular choice come November; HD loyalists will want the HDMI video output and larger capacity hard drive.
- PlayStation 3 60 GB: $599.99
- 3 games: $179.97
- 1 extra controller: $49.99
Subtotal (pre-tax):$829.95
Average total (5.5% tax): $875.60
High tax total (8.75% tax): $902.48
ANALYSIS: If you're interested in buying a PlayStation 3 online, these are your most likely options...at least, until Sony's supply line catches up with demand. Our advice: try to buy
