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Steam Deck OLED (Valve) Review

Steam Deck OLED (Valve) Review

Overview

The Steam Deck OLED is Valve's mid-cycle refresh of its popular handheld gaming PC. It retains the same core AMD Sephiroth processor (Zen 2 CPU, RDNA 2 GPU) but upgrades the display to a 7.4-inch OLED panel with 90Hz refresh rate and 1000 nits peak brightness. The device also features a larger 50Wh battery, improved cooling, and lighter weight (640g) compared to the original LCD model. Available in 512GB and 1TB storage variants, it runs SteamOS for seamless access to your Steam library.

Key Specs Highlights

  • Display: 7.4-inch OLED, 1280x800, 90Hz, 1000 nits, 110% P3 color gamut
  • Processor: AMD Sephiroth (4-core/8-thread Zen 2 CPU @ 2.4-3.5 GHz, RDNA 2 GPU @ 1.0-1.6 GHz)
  • Memory & Storage: 16GB LPDDR5 RAM; 512GB or 1TB NVMe SSD + MicroSD expansion
  • Battery: 50 Wh (estimated 3-8 hours gameplay)
  • Connectivity: WiFi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, USB-C with video output, 3.5mm audio jack
  • Operating System: SteamOS (Linux-based)

Who It Is For

The Steam Deck OLED is ideal for PC gamers who want a portable device to play their Steam library on the go. It also excels at emulation, handling PSP, GameCube, Wii, and most PS2 titles, with some Switch games playable. The OLED screen and improved battery make it a great upgrade for existing Steam Deck users or newcomers seeking the best handheld PC experience.

Buying Notes

As of its November 2023 release, the Steam Deck OLED starts at $549 for the 512GB model and $649 for the 1TB model. It competes with devices like the ASUS ROG Ally and Lenovo Legion Go, but offers a larger game library via Steam and better battery life. Note that it is not waterproof and uses plastic construction. For emulation enthusiasts, the OLED model's screen and performance are top-notch.

Specifications
CPUAMD Zen 2
GPUAMD RDNA 2
内存16 GB LPDDR5
别名Steam Deck OLED
名称Steam Deck OLED
品牌Valve
存储Built-in 512 GB / 1 TB NVMe SSD, external MicroSD card slot
振动Yes
散热Active cooling fan, exhaust vents
电池50 Wh
重量640 grams
CPU主频2.4 GHz - 3.5 GHz
处理器AMD Sephiroth
屏幕PPI203.98
扬声器Dual stereo speakers
连接性WiFi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3
价格区间$400 - $700
发布时间November 2023
外壳材质Plastic
外观尺寸298 mm x 117 mm x 50 mm
屏幕尺寸7.4 inches
屏幕比例16:10
屏幕类型OLED touchscreen
屏幕色域110% P3
握持类型Horizontal
操作系统SteamOS
机身颜色Black / White
视频输出USB-C video output
起售价格$549 (512 GB), $649 (1 TB)
音频输出3.5mm headphone jack, USB-C output, Bluetooth audio
GPU核心频率1.0 GHz - 1.6 GHz
其他传感器Dual microphones, ambient light sensor, 6-axis gyroscope
屏幕分辨率1280 x 800
屏幕刷新率90Hz
屏幕最高亮度1000 nits
CPU核心和线程数4 cores, 8 threads
模拟器游戏支持Supports PSP, GameCube, Wii, most PS2 playable, some Switch playable

Full specs and updates on our site: https://www.oldman.dpdns.org/en/handheld/steam-deck-oled

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