Steam Deck

Steam Deck is a handheld computing and video game device developed by Valve. The open platform system allows users to play their Steam library of games as well as Windows PC games, thanks to the Linux-based Proton compatibility layer. Users can also install other compatible games or other operating systems as well.

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Brand
Steam (Valve)
Original Release Date
February 25, 2022
Original MSRP (USD)
$399–$649
Operating System
SteamOS 3 (Arch-based)
Processor
Zen 2 4c/8t, 2.4-3.5GHz (up to 448 GFlops FP32)
Resolution
1200 x 800

HDR Support
No
Storage
64GB eMMC / 256GB NVMe SSD / 512GB NVMe SSD / 1TB NVMe SSD
Wi-Fi
Tri-band Wi-Fi 6E radio, 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz 2 x 2 MIMO, IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Ports
USB-C with Power Delivery/DisplayPort
Dimensions
298mm x 117mm x 49mm
Weight
Approx. 640 grams
VR Support
Technically possible, but not designed or optimized for it.
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Developer Coffee Stain Studios releases a new Satisfactory update for May 2025, introducing new features and fixes for players.

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Developer Kuro Games addresses Wuthering Waves' availability on Steam Deck following the game's recent release on the digital storefront.

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With the release of Patch 8, now is the best time for players who have been wanting to give Baldur's Gate 3 a shot to finally do so.

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A gamer who got to try out the Nintendo Switch 2 ahead of time compares the upcoming system's size to that of the Steam Deck's OLED model.

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One InZOI Feature is the Wildcard The Sims Formula Needs

In a genre that thrives on unpredictability, InZOI introduces a wildcard feature that The Sims should absolutely take notes on.

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Baldur's Gate 3's Patch 8 opens the door to multiple subclasses for Karlach's perfect build: fits that bring heat, heart, and havoc.

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More than 200 mods are now available for The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered on PC, thanks to its devoted community of players.

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Despite being Steam Deck verified, The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered appears to have some performance issues while running on the handheld.