# Meta is raising prices on its Quest 3 and 3S virtual reality headsets.

*business · news · 2026-04-16 · Tom's Guide*

## Key points

- Meta will increase prices for Quest 3 and Quest 3S VR headsets starting April 19.
- The price hike is attributed to the ongoing global RAM shortage impacting memory costs.
- Refurbished Quest headsets will also see price increases, while accessory prices remain unchanged.
- Reality Labs lost $6 billion in Q4 2023, totaling $70 billion in losses since 2021.
- Meta CTO confirmed the Meta Quest 4 and 4S are in active development despite cutbacks.

**Companies:** Meta
**Countries:** United States

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