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Valve still won't say how much the Steam Machine will cost, so tech experts made their own version and estimate a $700 price

The Steam Machine price has not been disclosed by Valve as of now.
Linus Tech Tips estimated a final build cost around $602 to $910 depending on parts and sourcing.
Analysts varied, with some predicting prices from the mid-five hundreds to $1,000 for the Steam Machine.
Valve could benefit from a direct-to-consumer model to boost margins.
Some experts suggested costs might be kept under $700 if big-brand components are avoided.
A final price around $699 was floated as a plausible target pending market stability.
Analysts cautioned that the market may not reflect a traditional console pricing strategy.
Experts noted the Steam Machine could be priced higher or lower than typical PC components depending on demand.
The story highlights ongoing uncertainty about Steam Machine pricing as Valve remains silent.
The discussion comes as analysts compare Steam Machine pricing to current PC and console markets.

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