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Xbox Wireless Controller
Microsoft · Electronics / Gaming
CANONICAL STAT
The estimated idiot index of the Microsoft Xbox Wireless Controller is 6.0x — it retails for $59.99 while its raw materials cost approximately $10.
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Retail price
$59.99
Raw materials
$10
All-in cost (materials + labor + shipping)
$17
6.0x
idiot index (price ÷ materials)
3.5x
vs all-in cost
17%
materials share of price
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