BGR's Briley Kenney reports that professional HDMI repair can cost anywhere from $90 to $190, and as much as $300 where repair options are scarce. Below is how that range compares with other published quotes, what drives the cost, and how to avoid paying for a repair you don't need.
The price landscape: what shops quote
BGR names specific providers. eStarland, in the Washington, DC area, quotes $90. Logistics, in Connecticut, charges $130. iFixForU quotes $169, and uBreakiFix is said to charge $190 to $300 depending on location and availability. The author also reports a Florida shop near his home at $90 with a two-hour turnaround.
Other published listings roughly agree with that range, though they are each one provider's own advertised price:
| Provider | Advertised price for Series X HDMI port | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Playtime Repair Services | $90 | Four-hour turnaround listed |
| Phone Repair & More (Florida) | $89.99 | Quote approved before work; roughly 45–90 minutes |
| ShipToFix (mail-in) | $79–$129 | Covers One, One S and Series X; 1–3 business days; return shipping included |
| MackTechs | $149 | Series S listed at $129 |
| Logistics (Connecticut) | $130 | Listed as full port replacement |
| Gadget Medic Express | $150 plus tax | Includes diagnostics and a lifetime warranty |
| Badger Layer | $160–$180 | Says quotes under $100 deserve questions |
The Logistics listing describes a full port replacement using a part it says is higher quality than Microsoft's original. MackTechs lists $129 for the Series S and $149 for the Series X. Badger Layer's 2026 guide puts the Series X at $160–$180. It also argues that a quote under $100 should prompt you to ask what the shop is doing. That is one shop's opinion, not an industry rule.
The takeaway is that most listed prices cluster between about $80 and $180. The $300 figure looks like an outlier tied to limited local options. I couldn't confirm uBreakiFix's $190–$300 figure. Its Series X HDMI page publishes no dollar amount. It is described by BGR as charging that range, while the company's own page promises a free diagnostic and quote before any work starts.
Is it really "a third of a new console"?
BGR frames the repair as about a third of a new console's price. That roughly holds at the $150–$180 end if you compare against a new Series X at $499 or more, a price one repair shop cites. At $90 it is closer to a fifth. The ratio depends on which quote and which console price you use, so treat it as a rough guide.
Why it costs this much
Port replacement is board-level work. BGR says it requires disassembling the console, removing the old port, soldering a replacement to the motherboard and reassembling. BGR adds that it needs diagnosis first, since the port may not be the only fault, and that adds time.
Several other factors move the price:
- Damage severity. One shop notes that if the port ripped off and took traces with it, part of the board may need repair.
- Diagnostic fees. Some shops charge for diagnosis, while others waive it if you proceed. That same shop says other places might add $20–$50.
- Shipping. Mail-in services vary. ShipToFix says most of its repairs fall between $50 and $150, with return shipping included and a prepaid outbound label at $12.
- Local competition. BGR notes that fewer nearby shops can push prices up.
Warranty and repairability
BGR warns that opening the console and resoldering voids any current warranty, so if you're still covered, avoid unauthorized repair centers. ShipToFix says the same thing about its own service, stating that it only repairs out-of-warranty devices. Check your coverage first.
Microsoft's Xbox Series X service guide describes the console as repairable with genuine parts. It is written for people with the right skills and tools, and it recommends familiarity with consumer-electronics repair roughly equal to CompTIA A+. Its post-repair testing list includes an HDMI cable and a display. It does not publish an HDMI-port repair price. I couldn't load Microsoft's parts storefront, so I can't say whether it sells a Series X HDMI port.
Before you pay: a short checklist
A black screen doesn't prove the port is dead. BGR advises that if you notice signs of failure, and swapping the cable doesn't help, it may be time for a repair or at least professional troubleshooting. Signs of failure include signal loss, loose or oddly seated connectors, and bent or damaged pins.
- Swap the cable. Use a known-good HDMI cable, ideally a different one.
- Try another input or display. This rules out a TV fault.
- Inspect the port. Look for cracks, bent pins or a wobbly connector with the console off and unplugged.
- Get a written quote. Ask whether it covers parts, labor, tax, shipping and diagnostics.
- Ask about warranty. uBreakiFix advertises a one-year limited warranty, ShipToFix 90 days, and Gadget Medic Express a lifetime warranty. These are the shops' own claims.
- Compare with replacement. Weigh the quote against a new console's price and the hassle of moving your data.
Should you do it yourself?
Probably not, unless you already do micro-soldering. SlashGear's view is that most gamers shouldn't try HDMI port replacement. BGR agrees that it needs advanced skill, while noting it is possible if you have the experience. One slip can turn a $90 repair into a dead board. Watching a teardown video is a good way to gauge the difficulty, and not a reason to start prying.
Bottom line
Expect to pay roughly $80 to $180 for a Series X HDMI port replacement, with higher quotes possible in areas with few shops. Cheap isn't automatically bad and expensive isn't automatically better. Rule out the cable and display first. Then get a written quote and a clear warranty before you hand over the console. Prices change quickly, so confirm one with the shop before committing.