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How much does the Steam Deck cost?

Valve is currently offering three different Steam Deck models.

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Quick Answer: There are three Steam Deck models with different storage options. The 64 GB option costs $399, the 256 GB option costs $529, and the 512 GB options costs $649.

Valve’s handheld gaming PC, the Steam Deck, is one of the biggest innovations in PC gaming in recent years.

Originally announced in July 2021 and released in February 2022, the Steam Deck aims to take your Steam library on the go. It can play thousands of Steam games in a single all-in-one unit.

While not as powerful as many gaming PCs, the Steam Deck has proven incredibly desirable. There’s just something about taking your Steam library mobile that people love.

There are a few different purchase options for the Steam Deck, though the differences are minimal. Keep reading to find out exactly how much a Steam Deck costs.

How much is a Steam Deck?

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Before we get into the different price options available for the Steam Deck, I want to talk about what the different versions offer.

READ MORE: Can Steam Deck play Minecraft?

Storage is the only difference between Valve’s three different Steam Deck models. The base version has a 64 GB eMMC drive, while the other models offer more storage and a faster NVMe SSD platform.

Steam Deck Prices:

  • 64 GB eMMC version: $399
  • 256 GB NVMe SSD version: $529
  • 512 GB NVMe SSD version: $649

If you’re worried about the device’s storage capabilities but don’t want to dish out the more expensive options, there’s no need to worry.

All three versions come with a MicroSD slot, so you can add more storage to your device if you need to.

READ MORE: Can the Steam Deck play GTA 5?

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Staff writer at KnowTechie. Alex has two years of experience covering all things technology, from video games to electric cars. He's a gamer at heart, with a passion for first-person shooters and expansive RPGs. Shoot him an email at alex@knowtechie.com

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