Windows 11 OEM License Price Hike Reported

Microsoft Business Pulse

Microsoft reportedly raises Windows 11 OEM license price by 7-10%, signaling pricing power and potential revenue uplift. Raises questions about OEM pushback and consumer pass-through, especially with PC market struggling.

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Updated Aug 11, 2026

Microsoft Business Pulse

As if PCs weren't expensive enough already, Microsoft is reportedly now charging OEMs more for Windows licenses

Microsoft reportedly raises Windows 11 license price significantly more than expected