Valve Corporation, operator of the " Steam " gaming platform, has developed the " Steam Deck," a portable PC gaming terminal.
The Steam Deck is a revolutionary gaming device that combines the performance of a full-fledged PC with the ability to play hundreds of single and multiplayer games on a portable device that can be easily carried around.
The Steam Deck also comes pre-installed with Valve Corporation's Steam gaming platform, and has been receiving rave reviews since its release in February of this year in North America and parts of Europe!
Steam Deck" will now be available in the Asian region as well!
Pre-orders are now being accepted in Japan!
Pre-orders for "Steam Deck" in Japan are now open!
The portable PC gaming device "Steam Deck" is now available for pre-order in Japan!
You can choose from three different models, each with different storage capacities, with the 64GB model priced at 59,800 yen (including tax) The 64GB model is priced at $399, the 256GB model at $399, and the top-of-the-line 512GB model at $399. 79,800 yen (including tax) The top of the line 512GB model is priced at 99,800 yen (including tax) The top model is 512GB!
The higher-end models also come with various bundles and other perks.
They also support microSD cards, so purchasing the least expensive 64GB model and expanding the capacity separately is an option!
64GB eMMC
- 64GB eMMC
- Carrying case
256GB
- 256GB NVMe SSD
- High Speed Storage
- Carrying Case
- Limited Steam Community Profile Bundle
512GB
- 512GB NVMe SSD
- Fastest Storage
- Premium anti-glare etched glass
- Limited Carrying Case
- Exclusive Steam Community Profile Bundle
- Exclusive virtual keyboard theme
Technical Specifications
Computing
| Processors |
AMD APU CPU: Zen 2 4c/8t, 2.4 to 3.5 GHz (up to 448 GFlops FP32) GPU: 8 RDNA 2 CUs, 1.0 to 1.6 GHz (up to 1.6 TFlops FP32) APU power: 4 to 15 watts |
|---|---|
| RAM |
16 GB LPDDR5 on-board RAM (5500 MT/s quad 32-bit channels) |
| Storage |
64 GB eMMC (PCIe Gen 2 (1 card)) 256 GB NVMe SSD(PCIe Gen 3(4 pcs)) 512 GB High-Speed NVMe SSD (PCIe Gen 3 (4)) All models use socketed 2230 m.2 modules High-speed microSD card slot on all models |
Controls and Inputs
| Gamepad control |
A B X Y buttons Cross Keys L & R analog triggers L & R Bumper View & Menu buttons 4 assignable grip buttons |
|---|---|
| Thumbstick |
Capacitive full-size analog sticks (2) |
| Haptics |
HD haptics |
| Trackpad |
Rectangular trackpad with 32.5mm haptic feedback (2 pieces) 55% less latency compared to Steam controllers Pressure sensitive with click intensity settings |
| Gyro |
6-axis IMU |
Display
| Resolution |
1280 x 800px (aspect ratio 16:10) |
|---|---|
| Type |
Optically coupled IPS LCD for easy readability |
| Display Size |
7 inches (diagonal) |
| Brightness |
400 nits (standard) |
| Refresh rate |
60Hz |
| Sensor |
Ambient light sensor |
Connection
| Bluetooth |
Bluetooth 5.0 (for controller, accessories, audio) |
|---|---|
| Wi-Fi |
Dual-band wireless Wi-Fi, 2.4GHz and 5GHz, 2 x 2 MIMO, IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
Audio
| Channels |
Stereo with built-in DSP for an immersive listening experience |
|---|---|
| Microphone |
Dual array microphones |
| Headphone/microphone jack |
3.5mm stereo headphone/headset jack |
| Digital |
Multi-channel 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 |
Expansion
| microSD |
UHS-I compatible with SD, SDXC, SDHC |
|---|---|
| External connection with controller or display |
USB-C with Alt mode support with DisplayPort 1.4: 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 3.0 (Arch-based) |
|---|---|
| Desktop |
KDE Plasma |
First shipments scheduled for the end of 2022
The first shipments of the "Steam Deck" are scheduled for the end of 2022.
Pre-orders are now being accepted on the Steam Deck pre-order page ofKOMODO, the distributor for Japan!
The page also includes detailed information on specifications and features, so be sure to check it out!