Valve partnered with AMD to create Steam Deck's custom APU, optimized for
handheld gaming. It is a Zen 2 + RDNA 2 powerhouse, delivering more than
enough performance to run the latest AAA games in a very efficient
power envelope.
Your Steam Library, anywhere
Once
you've logged into Steam Deck, your entire Steam Library shows up, just
like any other PC. You'll also see the compatibility rating of each
game, indicating the kind of experience you can expect when playing. You
can dynamically filter any view in your library by compatibility rating
if you're looking for specific sorts of experiences.
Control with comfort
The
Steam Deck was built for extended play sessions—whether you're using
thumbsticks or trackpads—with full-size controls positioned perfectly
within your reach. The rear of the device is sculpted to comfortably fit
a wide range of hand sizes.
Console-like experience
Steam
Deck has a user-friendly interface specifically designed for its
gamepad controls. Its software and operating system are tailored for
Steam Deck, making it the easiest way to get into PC gaming.
Tech Specs
LCD MODEL
Processor
7 nm AMD APU
CPU: Zen 2 4c/8t, 2.4-3.5GHz (up to 448 GFlops FP32)
GPU: 8 RDNA 2 CUs, 1.0-1.6GHz (up to 1.6 TFlops FP32)
APU power: 4-15W
RAM
16 GB LPDDR5 on-board RAM (5500 MT/s quad 32-bit channels)
Storage
Steam Deck 64GB*
Steam Deck 256GB
Steam Deck 512GB*
All include high-speed microSD card slot
Controls and Input
Gamepad controls
A B X Y buttons
D-pad
L & R analog triggers
L & R bumpers
View & Menu buttons
4 x assignable grip buttons
Thumbsticks
2 x full-size analog sticks with capacitive touch
Haptics
HD haptics
Trackpads
2 x 32.5mm square trackpads with haptic feedback
55% better latency compared to Steam Controller
Pressure-sensitivity for configurable click strength
Gyro
6-Axis IMU
Display
Resolution
1280 x 800 x RGB
Type
Optically bonded IPS LCD for enhanced readability
Display Size
7" diagonal
Brightness
400 nits typical
Refresh Rate
60Hz
Touch Enabled
Yes
Sensors
Ambient light sensor
Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth 5.0 (support for controllers, accessories and audio)
Wi-Fi
Dual-band Wi-Fi radio, 2.4GHz and 5GHz, 2 x 2 MIMO, IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Audio
Channels
Stereo with embedded DSP for an immersive listening experience
Microphones
Dual microphone array
Headphone / mic jack
3.5mm stereo headphone / headset jack
Digital
Multichannel audio via DisplayPort over USB-C, standard USB-C, or Bluetooth 5.0
Power
Input
45W USB Type-C PD3.0 power supply
Battery
40Whr battery. 2 - 8 hours of gameplay
Expansion
microSD
UHS-I supports SD, SDXC and SDHC
External connectivity for
controllers & displays
USB-C with DisplayPort 1.4 Alt-mode support; up to 8K @60Hz or 4K @120Hz, USB 3.2 Gen 2
Size and Weight
Size
298mm x 117mm x 49mm
Weight
Approx. 669 grams
Software
Operating System
SteamOS 3 (Arch-based)
Desktop
KDE Plasma
OLED MODEL
Processor
6 nm AMD APU
CPU: Zen 2 4c/8t, 2.4-3.5GHz (up to 448 GFlops FP32)
GPU: 8 RDNA 2 CUs, 1.6GHz (1.6 TFlops FP32)
APU power: 4-15W
RAM
16 GB LPDDR5 on-board RAM (6400 MT/s quad 32-bit channels)
Storage
Steam Deck 512GB NVMe SSD
Steam Deck 1TB NVMe SSD
Both include high-speed microSD card slot
Controls and Input
Gamepad controls
A B X Y buttons
D-pad
L & R analog triggers
L & R bumpers
View & Menu buttons
4 x assignable grip buttons
Thumbsticks
2 x full-size analog sticks with capacitive touch
Haptics
HD haptics
Trackpads
2 x 32.5mm square trackpads with haptic feedback
Pressure-sensitivity for configurable click strength
Gyro
6-Axis IMU
Display
Resolution
1280 x 800 x RGB
Type
HDR OLED
Display size
7.4” diagonal
Maximum brightness
1,000 nits peak brightness (HDR)
600 nits (SDR)
Contrast ratio
> 1,000,000 : 1
Color gamut
110% P3
Refresh rate
up to 90Hz
Response time
<0.1 ms
Touch enabled
High performance touch
Sensors
Light
Dual ambient light sensor ALS
Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth 5.3 (support for controllers, accessories and audio)
Dedicated bluetooth antenna
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
Audio
Channels
Stereo with embedded DSP for an immersive listening experience
Microphones
Dual microphone array
Headphone / mic jack
3.5mm stereo headphone / headset jack
Digital
Multichannel audio via DisplayPort over USB-C, standard USB-C, or Bluetooth 5.3
Power
Input
PD3.0 Type C power supply, 45W
2.5m cable
Battery
50Whr battery. 3-12 hours of gameplay
Battery life estimates based on running titles at 30FPS, 50% brightness, and 50% volume. Running titles under different settings (such as uncapped framerate, higher brightness, and/or higher volume) may result in faster battery discharge.
Expansion
microSD
UHS-I supports SD, SDXC and SDHC
External connectivity for
controllers & displays
Display port over Type C; up to 8K @60Hz or 4K @120Hz, USB3 gen 2
Size and Weight
Size
298mm x 117mm x 49mm
Weight
Approx. 640 grams
Software
Operating System
SteamOS 3 (Arch-based)
Desktop
KDE Plasma