Windows RT to cost device makers $80-95?

Posted on Tuesday, June 12 2012 @ 21:42 CEST by Thomas De Maesschalck
VR Zone heard at Computex that Microsoft will be charging device makers a lot more for Windows RT than previously anticipated. It was rumored that the ARM-based version of Windows would be offered for about $35 but the site heard that it will actually be around $80-95, with $85 being the most commonly quoted price.
This means that there is no way that a similar specced Windows RT powered device will be priced in the same league as its Android-ARM competitors. While this opens a path for more impressive devices, it seems to us that Microsoft and Intel both took the Ultrabook route and charge “an arm and a leg” for the RT-powered tablet. Given that NVIDIA’s BoM (Bill of Materials) sped past the $100, there isn’t a lot of room for sub $500 tablets. In fact, we were told that the launch tablets will probably go for $549-799, which isn’t exactly the most affordable product. Premium products will go for $799 and $899.


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Thomas has been messing with computer since early childhood and firmly believes the Internet is the best thing since sliced bread. Enjoys playing with new tech, is fascinated by science, and passionate about financial markets. When not behind a computer, he can be found with running shoes on or lifting heavy weights in the weight room.



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