When the PlayStation 3 launched in 2006, Sony’s system was packed full of cutting-edge technology. The result? A $600 USD price tag. However, even with such a daunting cost, it was estimated that Sony lost anywhere from $250-$350 with every system sold.
According to a PocketNews article, Sony’s four-year-old console is finally starting to turn a profit on each unit sold thanks to an updated RSX graphics chip. These new systems feature a couple hardware improvements that make it both cheaper and more power efficient.
The models (SKU CECH-2100A) utilize a smaller cooling unit and heat-sink, allowing the system to operate using approximately 15% less power than its predecessors.
Sony hasn’t officially said much about their new systems, but they did confirm that the new chip is based on smaller, more cost-efficient 40-nm technology.