Price History for Sony PlayStation 5 Console
This page shows the historical price changes available for Sony PlayStation 5 Console from the retailer GameStop, helping shoppers understand how the price has changed over time and whether the current price is a good deal. This can help you identify common predictable discount patterns, such as seasonal sales or clearance events, and the best time to buy to avoid overpaying.
From Sunday, October 17, 2021 to Monday, July 27, 2026, this product’s price ranged from $399.99 to $559.99, with the lowest price occurring on Sunday, February 15, 2026. If you’re deciding whether to buy now or wait, reviewing historical pricing can help you determine if the current price is above or below the typical range of $454.27 on average in this case.
Glass It monitored this product’s price for 2 customers so far who requested we send daily alerts when the price drops below their target price. If you're waiting for a better deal, you can also set a price alert to get notified when the price falls below your target. The chart below shows every recorded price change for Sony PlayStation 5 Console over the last year.
| Data size: | 196 records available |
| Lowest price: | $399.99 |
| Highest price: | $559.99 |
| Average price: | $454.27 |
| Earliest price alert: | Sun, October 17, 2021 |
| Latest price alert: | Mon, July 27, 2026 |
| Price increases: | 14 |
| Price Drops: | 12 |
| Price increase alerts: | 18 |
| Price Drop Alerts: | 172 |
| Back In Stock Alerts: | 1 |
| Out of Stock Alerts: | 1 |
| Postal Code(s): | nearest store |
| Product Locale: | US |
| Product Currency: | US Dollar |
| Users Tracked Item: | 3 |
| Users Tracking Item: | 1 |
| Data is based on price change notification settings from Glass It. | |
Price Trend Analysis
The price of the Sony PlayStation 5 Console has fluctuated throughout the period observed, ranging from a minimum of $399.99 to a maximum of $559.99. The average price during this period is $454.27.
There have been 14 actual increases in price and 12 actual drops. The highest price of $549.99 was recorded on 2026-07-27, while the lowest price of $399.99 was noted from 2026-02-06 to 2026-02-15.
Notably, there was a significant price increase to $559.99 around May 2024, followed by several price decreases to as low as $399.99 in February 2026. The price trend shows a general upward movement towards the end of the observation period, culminating in a peak at $549.99 before a slight decrease to $549.99 on the last update date of July 2026.
The lowest price was last observed on 2026-02-15, and the current price is $549.99 as of the latest update.
Is Now a Good Time to Buy?
Based on the historical price data for the Sony PlayStation 5 Console, it appears that the current price is at $549.99, which is the highest recorded price in the dataset. The minimum price found was $399.99, and there have been several instances where the price dropped as low as $399.99 and $409.99. The most recent price drop occurred on February 15, 2026, when the price was at its lowest of $399.99.
The average price over this period has been $454.27, indicating that prices have fluctuated but generally remained above this average.
Given these observations, it might be considered a good time to buy if you are looking for the best possible deal. Prices have recently increased and show no signs of dropping significantly in the near future based on the provided data. However, the availability and exact timing can vary, so it's important to check the current stock and pricing before making a purchase.
If you miss the current opportunity and prices start to stabilize or increase further, it may not be as advantageous to purchase until another sale occurs.
Frequently Asked Questions
How accurate is Glass It’s price history?
Glass It tracks prices directly from supported retailers and records real price changes over time upon customer request.
How often do prices change?
Prices may change daily, less frequently or more frequently depending on the retailer, demand, and promotional activity.
Does the chart include sales and promotions?
Yes, the chart includes all detected price changes, including temporary sales when available.
Can I get notified when the price drops?
Yes, you can set a price alert and receive notifications when the price reaches your target. For more information see our full list of FAQ.
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