Opinion: Tesla outlines Optimus robot system, target price $20,000‑$30,000
Tesla’s Optimus is a humanoid robot under development that combines a physical body with the company’s AI stack. The concept, presented in a recent Tesla video, shows the robot perceiving its surroundings, judging situations, and manipulating objects, but the video does not give a concrete launch date or a confirmed price.
Key points
- Tesla's video cites a long‑term target price of $20,000‑$30,000 (≈3‑4.5 million yen) for Optimus, not a current selling price.
- Optimus is envisioned as a system with OTA software updates, modular hardware replacement, and mobile service for repairs.
- The robot is pitched for industrial tasks and home assistance, but capabilities and safety remain unverified.
The video cites a long‑term target price of $20,000‑$30,000 (about 3‑4.5 million yen) if mass production is achieved, and it describes a service model that includes over‑the‑air software updates, modular hardware replacement, and a mobile service fleet for on‑site repairs. Tesla envisions Optimus in factories for repetitive logistics and manufacturing tasks, and in homes for simple chores, document handling, and care support, though the feasibility of these uses remains unverified. Competitors such as Figure AI and Chinese low‑cost robot makers are also mentioned, underscoring that Tesla’s advantage is not guaranteed.
The article stresses that all figures and capabilities are presented as goals or concepts, not confirmed specifications, and that actual performance, safety, and pricing will depend on future development and production outcomes.
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note.com · 22 September 2026
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