Valve launches Steam Deck with OLED screen
The most popular handheld for PC gamers is getting an upgrade.
Steam has revealed the Deck OLED, featuring a larger 7.4-inch OLED display with HDR support. The device incorporates a new 6nm AMD APU codenamed “Sephiroth”, maintaining the same specifications as its predecessor. The platform is also using faster LPDDR5 memory of 6400 MT/s speed.
The OLED variant introduces several enhancements, such as an upgraded Wi-Fi 6E wireless interface supporting 2.4/5.0/6.0 GHz networks and IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax standards. Additionally, it boasts a larger 50 Whr battery, but at the same time 30g weight reduction (5%) and lower heat generation.
The screen resolution stands at 1280×800, with a peak brightness of 1000 units for HDR and 600 nits for SDR content. Furthermore, the 90Hz panel offers a 110% P3 color gamut coverage. According to Valve, the screen alone will contribute to lower power consumption at around half the watt.
Steam Deck OLED pricing, Source: Valve
The updated OLED version boasts an enhanced heatsink, featuring a thicker design, and introduces a revised fan configuration. Reports indicate that this system operates with reduced noise levels and generates less heat in comparison to its predecessors.
Steam Deck OLED, Source: The Verge
The freshly unveiled OLED version will offer a 1TB storage option, signaling the apparent replacement of the 512GB version at the same $649 price point. Meanwhile, the 512GB OLED version is to cost $549 while the current 512GB LCD model is getting a price reduction to $449. The 256GB LCD model will now cost $399 while the 64GB entry-level design is dropping to $349.
Valve has assured users that the Deck OLED remains compatible with the accessories designed for the original “LCD” version. Additionally, a Limited Edition variant with a unique translucent design is set to be available as well. The OLED version is now scheduled to launch on November 16.
Steam Deck OLED Limited Edition, Source: Valve
| Handheld Gaming Consoles | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VideoCardz | Lenovo Legion Go | ASUS ROG Ally | Valve Steam Deck OLED | Valve Steam Deck |
| Picture |  |  |  |  |
| Architecture | AMD Zen4 & RDNA3 | AMD Zen4 & RDNA3 | AMD Zen2 & RDNA2 | AMD Zen2 & RDNA2 |
| APU | Ryzen Z1 Extreme 8C/16T up to 5.1 GHz or Ryzen Z1 6C/12T up to 4.9 GHz | Ryzen Z1 Extreme 8C/16T up to 5.1 GHz or Ryzen Z1 6C/12T up to 4.9 GHz | AMD Sephiroth (6nm) 4C/8T up to 3.5 GHz | AMD Van Gogh (7nm) 4C/8T up to 3.5 GHz |
| SoC GPU | AMD iGPU 12CU @ 2.7 GHz [Z1E] 4CU @ 2.5 GHz [Z1] | AMD iGPU 12CU @ 2.7 GHz [Z1E] 4CU @ 2.5 GHz [Z1] | AMD iGPU 8CU @ 1.6 GHz | AMD iGPU 8CU @ 1.6 GHz |
| SoC TDP | 9-30W | 9-30W | 4-15W | 4-15W |
| External GPU | USB4 | ROG XG Mobile (up to RTX 4090) | Not officially | Not officially |
| Memory Capacity | 16GB LPDDR5X-7500 | 16GB LPDDR5-6400 | 16GB LPDDR5-6400 | 16GB LPDDR5-5500 |
| Storage Capacity | 1TB/512GB | 512GB/256GB | 512GB/1TB SSD | 256GB/512GB SSD 64GB eMMC |
| Storage Type | M.2 NVMe 2242 SSD PCIe 4×4 | M.2 NVMe 2230 SSD PCIe 4×4 | M.2 NVMe 2230 SSD PCIe 3×4 | M.2 NVMe 2230 SSD PCIe 3×4 eMMC PCIe Gen2x1 |
| Display | 8.8″ 2560×1600 IPS, 144Hz (VRR), 500 nits | 7″ 1920×1080, 120Hz (VRR), 500 nits, 7ms | 7.4″ OLED 1280×800, 90Hz, 1000 nits | 7″ 1280×800, 60Hz |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 6E, BT 5.2 | Wi-Fi 6E, BT 5.2 | Wi-Fi 6E, BT 5.3 | Wi-Fi 5, BT 5 |
| Battery | 49.2 Wh, 900 mAh (controllers) | 40 Wh, 4S1P, 4-cell Li-ion | 50 Wh | 40 Wh |
| Weight | 854g / 1.87 lbs | 608g / 1.34 lbs | 640 g / 1.41 lbs | 669g / 1.47 lbs |
| Dimensions (LxWxH) | 29.9 x 13.1 x 4.1 cm 11.8 x 5.2 x 1.6 in | 28.0 x 11.3 x 3.9 cm 11.0 x 4.5 x 1.5 in | 29.8 x 11.7 x 4.9 cm 11.7 x 4.6 x 1.9 in | 29.8 x 11.7 x 4.9 cm 11.7 x 4.6 x 1.9 in |
| Default OS | Windows 11 | Windows 11 | Steam OS/Win 11 | Steam OS/Win 11 |
| Launch Price | $699/€799(Z1E+16G+512GB) $749/€799(Z1E+16G+1TB) | $599/€699 (Z1+16G+256GB) $699/€799 (Z1E+16G+512GB) | $549 (16G+512GB) $649 (16G+1TB) | $399/€419 (16G+64GB) $529/€549 (16G+256GB) $649/€679 (16G+512GB) |
| Release Date | October 31, 2023 | June 2023 [Z1E] September 2023 [Z1] | November 2023 | February 2022 |
