The Nvidia Shield TV Pro, first released in 2019, now costs $299.99, a $100 increase attributed to rising component prices, particularly memory, driven by the demand for AI hardware. Nvidia confirmed the price adjustment, citing industry-wide cost increases for components.
The price increase for the Nvidia Shield TV Pro highlights how the demand for AI components is impacting the cost of older technology and consumer electronics, potentially making even established devices more expensive and less accessible.
The Nvidia Shield TV Pro, a streaming device first released in 2019, has seen its price increase by $100 to $299.99, effective October 2, 2026. Nvidia confirmed the price adjustment, attributing it to substantial increases in component costs across the industry, particularly for memory, which are largely driven by the demand for AI hardware.
While the Shield TV Pro originally launched at $199.99, the company stated that it sells every unit it manufactures. This ongoing demand, coupled with supply chain constraints similar to those affecting smartphones and computers, means new units are subject to current market prices. Nvidia, a major player in AI acceleration, is seen as a contributor to the high component costs.
Stock for the Shield TV Pro has been limited in recent months, likely due to manufacturing costs rising with component prices. The new $300 price point is expected to make the device less appealing to consumers seeking basic streaming services, though it may incentivize Nvidia to produce more units. The device remains a niche product, appealing to users who require its extensive codec support or Plex server capabilities.
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