New PS5 + Steam Deck OLED - What I think

A lot of slightly updated gaming hardware has recently released. Let's catch up with a look at the new Steam Deck OLED, the PS5 "Slim" and a bit of PlayStation Portal.
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[@seanl7503]

The limited edition steam deck with the translucent plastic is so good. We need a resurgence of clear plastic electronics

[@SheddysGaming]

I heard a rumor that valve is looking at offering multiple colorways on the deck 2 by investing in a whole new plastic production tech. ... ... No idea if that's true tho..

[@Aki-ow9hd]

​@@SheddysGaming I heard as well about them looking into, but not investing in plastic production. Valve probably wants to look at the numbers of the limited edition before going that route.

[@iio58]

God we don’t. It’s not the 90’s - having the fashion back is bad enough without the god awful clear tech. It was fun at first then it looked shite, and it looks even worse today (to me)

[@SheddysGaming]

@@iio58 I respect your opinion but retro clear tech modding kits sell well for a reason. Personally I wish every circuit board I owned had jungle green plastic surrounding it. Different strokes, amigo.

[@DDRWesselink]

I managed to snag one. It's incredible!

[@The_BigB]

I need a ps5 the same size of the ps2 slim then we can talk

[@JakeBaldino]

That would be the dream

[@TBoxKing]

Fax

[@nc1901]

Wait about 30ish years. We'll get there

[@jimmymac2292]

​@@JakeBaldinothank you for the game title!!!!

[@B_Machine]

Maybe the Steam Deck 2 will be a good alternative.

[@scottmalmis7371]

Jake! Limited Edition of the OLED Deck is still in stock as of writing this comment. Seems Valve dropped it in waves and have a ton in the stockpile. Go for it!

[@LaymanGamin]

I think that’s an error. And there gonna be sending refunds back because. EVERYONE is saying they ordered. Something isn’t adding up

[@dustin4434]

They may have alot my shipping went from 2to4 weeks to 1to2 weeks still no refund I did wonder why they weren't sold out yet tho could be a problem I'm not sure either

[@landonewts]

Can't buy any new gear, but love seeing what's out there. Thanks for a real-world, informed but normal talk about this cool new stuff. I appreciate you.

[@perrin38]

Just upgraded from Base PS4 to PS5 Slim and I couldn’t be happier! I played Cyberpunk on release and holy hell what a difference

[@jesusr.7829]

It’s addicting af huh man

[@HighFive212]

totally agree. Cyberpunk is a whole different animal on PS5.

[@gununar]

I splurged for that LE Steam Deck... Was surprised it didn't instantly sell out.

[@kikmi1900]

Genuinely shocked at the popularity of the portal. I guess theres a lot less TV's in the house nowadays so I guess it makes sense?

[@makasete30]

I have quite a few TVs in the house so that’s not it. It’s nice to sit on the couch playing while the fam watches tv. Not to mention playing in the couch or in bed and not have to look at a tv screen. I ‘be just always liked the handheld experience. I have a backbone and can also play with an iPad and controller with remote but Portal is just so much better. It’s convenient: faster to pick up and play. It’s lighter with a larger screen than my phone and doesn’t waste my phone battery. It runs cool. It is a dedicated handheld experience with dual sense functions which feels much more comfortable to play than any handheld I’ve tried. It’s the Dad Station really. I guess there’s a lot of gamer dads who can easily snap this up. What’s genuinely shocking to me is the internet really wanted this portal device to fail and even when people like me said why we want it, people tried to tell us to use other cheaper options which we’ve already tried and doesn’t address what features and benefits we like about the portal.

[@jacobshoemaker9350]

I absolutely love your gameranx videos and I just discovered this channel! So happy to have found it, love your videos Jake!

[@JakeBaldino]

thanks! I'm glad you found me here

[@FinalContra]

Bed Steam Deck Quad-Chin is real! Every once in a while the lighting is just right and you catch a glimpse of your reflection at the most flattering angle possible.

[@s3xxxypig6669]

Hoping y’all make a before you buy for the new Invincible Game on Steam, Ive never heard anything about it or the devs but Falcon mentioned it in one of your list of upcoming vido games videos and his description got me really interested but i still actually only know very little about the game or the people who worked on it

[@decibelmax]

Quality coverage! I love keeping up to date on all the awesome new hardware I can't afford 😭

[@Axtrudithorize]

It's pointless junk anyway. If you have the original, you aren't missing out.

[@Davemate]

I appreciate you talking about these things without being a hype man and maintaining some rationality, it's very tiring watching channel after channel acting like these new devices are "must haves" and the older things are now somehow useless Thanks Jake! With that new Steam Deck, hopefully you don't have to raw dog anymore flights 😂

[@JakeBaldino]

🤣

[@Stannis_Mannis69]

I think they dropped the ball with the PS Portal because it's cloud streaming, and because of the new headset and earbud thing that they're trying to pull. The PS5 "slim" revision didn't seem necessary to me and I think that they're really trying to milk it as much as possible due to the detachable disc drive that works with digital edition and the buying a stand separately thing.

[@erichernandez4062]

Still on base PS4. I’ve been saving up and I’m glad I held out to see the Slim. Im ready to make the jump!!

[@JakeBaldino]

Enjoy!!

[@isih9128]

Great vid! In the future, I think the gate on ur mic is a little too aggressive, but could be just me

[@suicidalfetusx]

Yes clear purple GBC shout out. First major purchase I made with my allowance as a kid that with Pokémon Red

[@CarlPetersonLimitStudios]

The portal being a hit is random as hell

[@corrd3ll647]

Not at all. Once you psp/ ps vita peeps realize this not meant to replace those, you can see the bigger picture😂

[@CarlPetersonLimitStudios]

@@corrd3ll647 literally no one is talking about the psp, are you ok?

[@penriplays]

If you would have asked me 2 years ago, I would have said both Steam Deck and PlayStation Portal were a waste of money. Now I'm a dad, I can see why these things are so popular. After a long day, this kids in bed, the wife is watching her TV show, I can sit next to her and play whatever I want and still be in her company.

[@sighbatsu]

As much as I want a OLED steam deck, I may have to settle for the LCD model just to get that experience of playing my steam library on the go so i may pick one up over black friday if I have some money left over. Like you I'm surprised with how well the PS Portal is dong I didn't think many would buy into it but then again remote play is a dope feature.

[@Deadlyshorts666]

I love that subtle TV too high shade

[@ModestPavement]

I honestly had no idea any of these came out at all until your videos lol.

[@lofijedi]

Thanks for the recommendation on El Paso elsewhere. It looks sick I’m excited to play it 🎉

[@dochomster1242]

I was holding off buyingthe original deck but just ordered oled version off the back of this. Cheers for reviews.

[@RealTalk309]

I just purchased the steam deck 3 months ago and still paying it off, sucks cause I love the new model

[@Marx1684]

This Portal is fun. I get tired of falling asleep in my bed, my phone is too small, I won’t use a tablet enough & it’s not fun to be in bed with a whole laptop. That being said, it’s for me. You drop so much content. You have nothing to apologize for.

[@Swainhammer13]

the background just reminds us, your a man of the people!

[@user-ri4ru5zu2x]

I think of your kids or other half are watching TV and they want you in the room with them the PS portal would be great. That would be my reason to get it anyway.

[@MarcusTheManiac]

Jake, is steam deck a good entry point into PC gaming or does a purchase only make sense for its mobility?

[@StillJustSkulls]

Hey thanks Jake

[@PlaystationPerspective]

It was a good week to be a fan of handheld gaming...I know that much.

[@higgs923]

Thanks, Jake, for the straightforward reviews. I'm still on the fence about the Steam Deck OLED. With a gaming laptop and a gaming PC I don't need the Steam Deck, but...

[@LazyGuyCoyote]

I don’t need a steam deck oled. I want a steam deck oled. Upgrading from my 512LCD to the 512OLED. To me, it’s worth it because I’ve put hundreds of hours on my Steam deck. So ima sell the old and get the new

[@crash_jj]

How did you break the 2 original ps5 stands? I’m sure it’s not all that exciting but for some reason I really want to know after you brought it up in the gameranx video

[@goblin3810]

I feel ya, I ended up standing my fat ps5 up behind the TV out of view. That's all that made sense really.

[@TheGreatTave]

The only reason I still haven't picked up a PS5 is because they're still $500. Even after being out for 3 years I haven't seen a new one below $500 and the best used price I've seen was like $400. It's insane.

[@blastu2fool]

PS5 will never go under 500...the tech in it is that damn good..just suck it up and save those coins my man

[@JGamv]

Any idea if the dual sense d pads are still really mushy and soft? Tried using a launch ds5 for tekken and it was awful and felt nothing like the last gen dualshock 4 controllers

[@cajunasian71]

Remote Play makes sense for those that have a singular TV in the household and others may want to watch "TV" on it. I was surprised as well, but then again, I loved my Vita and remote play was an option as well. Albeit on a smaller screen and having a different control scheme.

[@mattcy6591]

They shoulda just popped the right collar a bit more to function as a right side support instread of those clip on extra things to lose.

[@sammygee2387]

You’re the man Jake. That is all. Have a good day.

[@abdalla8558]

I feel like the screen upgrade was needed but I’m waiting for steam deck 2

[@ijustlike0010]

Valve did basically say that a steam deck 2 is way far off and their focus is on updating the steam deck. I think its a great buy especially if you're into emulation.

[@sortaseriousgaming]

Got a PlayStation Portal and I’m loving it! I’m getting more lil indies done now finally

[@nihalkprakash8070]

Great video

[@josemesa2934]

Jake! Do you think for a medium level gamer.(when I busy I play maybe 2 nights a week) but if I’m free can be more. Do you think oled tv is worth the price?

[@clivematthews95]

The PSPortal seems pretty cool

[@guccitears1]

Had no idea that El Paso, Elsewhere got released. Instantly bought!!

[@stevo0916]

El Paso elsewhere is in my top 3 this year holy shit what a soundtrack and voice acting and writing was fantastic

[@NicholasIstre]

The Limted Edition Steam Deck OLED is still available as of the posting on this comment, with an estimated delivery time of 1-2 weeks.

[@diegoparga9324]

I hear you, man. I moved to a new apartment like two months ago and the landlord has not fixed the kitchen yet. I’m cooking out of stuff in boxes.

[@JakeBaldino]

good to know its not just me. Right now I'm using an insta-pot cooker in my garage lol

[@thomassweet9312]

I ordered the 1 tb steam deck on Thursday can’t wait for it to come in, as I already sold my old steam deck 😢

[@turbo_waffle]

Getting back into cyberpunk this weekend on steam deck. Hope I don’t beat it before my le OLED steam deck gets here 😁

[@samuraiawesome3421]

Hello Jake have you played The Last Faith? What do you think of it?

[@ErikBorchersVR]

Curious to hear your thoughts on Quest 3!

[@thomashart3473]

The PS5 'slim' makes me think the Pro will be HUGE

[@floatingpoint]

Hey @JakeBaldino, I know I'm late to the party, but do you have any thoughts on the potential for Portal to do Cloud Streaming as opposed to streaming from PS5? There was a mention of the capability by some Sony exec in a recent interview (in Japan, I believe). While I find it weird that it doesn't have any cellular data capabilities, being able to directly stream games from the PS+ catalogue would make it a more attractive proposition to me.

[@Oreantear96]

I heard you say "Do you need it" in the podcast as this video popped up... wow

[@Bitterballin750]

Already peeled my eyes today mate 👍🏼

[@JasonwithaJay]

I got the Portal yesterday and it's better than I expected. I work from home. 10 hour days, in the evening, with nothing to do and my PS5 a floor away. I've streamed from my phone (Galaxy S21), my tablet (Galaxy tab s9 Ultra), and an Odin Pro, and this is a significantly better experience. If you're someone who streams your PS5, then I'd highly recommend it.

[@Boo-Boo-Bear]

I understand that the PS Portal isn’t for everyone. Personally, I’m super excited for it. I hate that it doesn’t have Bluetooth… that seems ridiculous. I currently don’t have anything to remote play on. My laptop takes 15 minutes to turn on and my iPhone screen is cracked. I’d like to enjoy some handheld gaming but the games on Switch are always full priced. I subscribe to PlayStation Plus Premium so I’ve got tons of free indies that are perfect for couch gaming while my wife watches TV.

[@johnp5250]

Going to wait for a different color limited edition to upgrade. I got an OG so I rather wait for a Red transparent Steam Deck. It will happen

[@L6Jeremy]

bought myself the oled steam deck. I travel a lot already for work, but having it while im visitng family ove the holidays is what made me buy it now

[@gbg4756]

should make an invincible mid season review when ep 4 drops next week

[@goncbeaches8645]

I saw on the steam deck that you had Gotham origins on it. Did you play it? Does it run well?

[@user-kr5vm8nk1d]

Honestly kinda tempted to get the Portal just to be able to play my PS5 in bed. I could connect the controller to my iPad etc but a dedicated device is just easier.

[@IvanRubin]

Jake! I’ve been waiting for your Alan wake 2 spoiler video!!!

[@dav2mai]

Sucks that the limited edition is gated for NA. Would like to import one and hope it's still open for sale when the paycheck arrives, but then again would I really bother with import duties and attempt to buy it through a VPN or somehow work around the region restriction?

[@nicholassolomon1234]

I am seeing reports on reddit of the Limited Edition having issues with dead pixels. I ordered one today, fingers crossed i dont run into that!

[@AbrasiveTea]

For me I feel like my normal Steam Deck is fine until a more powerful one comes out. PS5 is going to be a while no real need and few games I want to play that I don’t play elsewhere

[@blastu2fool]

Someone said vibrant display, Legion steps in the room, hold my 🍺 😂 8.8 inch sick

[@Archius9]

Wulff Den proved the OLED for switch, and likely for SD, will not get burn in with regular use

[@user-kk3co4ks4c]

For me I’m moving between homes and the portal let’s me play high end looking games in portable without needing to bring my ps5 places. Also there’s games I own on ps5 that I feel like I have a chance to finish in portable. Waiting on switch 2 instead of steam deck tho

[@Starrfortythree]

Love ya Jake❤

[@BreezeGolf89]

Oredered the new oled. Can't wait to get it in my hands! 😄

[@Timmymtd]

good shit bro

[@Metroidam11]

I managed to get the Limited Edition OLED. Not gonna lie, as a steam deck fan, the PlayStation Portal has been very intriguing. I just love hand helds!

[@uforocker1488]

Hey Jake, since Halo Infinite is making a comeback do you have any plans on revisiting it and giving it another try?

[@willcooper8028]

The switch lite is the same price as the playstation portal, and it can work anywhere without relying on another console

[@victorrivera-gs8mk]

PS portal is an example of the internet being a small percentage of reality

[@cppblank]

I didn't care about the Portal, on launch day my stuff goblin kicked in, but I was busy, so I didn't order one since I also didn't expect demand to be great and am now frustrated I don't have it. I will be getting one and will probably use it twice a year, but stuff goblin.

[@NeedyTerminator]

If I didn't have Chiaki application on my Steam Deck then I would probably pick up a portal but I don't think remote play is that amazing, I would live without it but because I can get it on the Deck, I use it. More of a nice to have than need

[@HydeRvt]

How is the quality compared to the official remote play app?

[@NeedyTerminator]

@Dertheante I've never had any issues, even playing games like Final Fantasy 7 Remake that's pretty quick paced action but I haven't used it enough to tell you honestly that it's amazing. Definitely works well though

[@notepadplusplus4923]

I still lean more towards the steam deck because I'm constantly on the move due to my uni location.

[@MoonlightHippo]

Wheres that shirt sold at?

[@joshuagentry-1388]

Been thinking about getting playstation portal, im going out of the country soon and want it for that but worried I'll be too far away for it to link with my ps5

[@blastu2fool]

You will be 😂

[@mechanicalmonk2020]

There's that word again: need These are all luxury items

[@AbedWinger]

I pre-ordered my portal because I'm constantly using remote play - I have a tablet and controller/kishi setup I have been using but it has always been better with Xbox. It isn't that the hardware is perfect and never lags when I try to connect to my own Xbox, it's that I also have game pass to use. One of the two always works but with Playstation, sometimes remote play worked and sometimes it didn't with the same stuff. My portal works every time so far, and now I can dedicate my old hardware exclusively to Xbox.

[@eternalbeing3339]

Dude, i am with you, i am a stuff goblin. Get excited about getting some new technology. I am like a kid at Christmas when it gets delivered.

[@Eli-xt3fs]

Ah Jake. You truly are the little devil on my shoulder whispering “get a steam deck, do it”.

[@mediamass1404]

they should make a ps green for android and make it portable if you add a battery, add a qr on the back and focus on digital sales with no adds. I'm really hoping for a PS4.6 Laptop some day, preferably with a touch screen, a mounting rail, a decent and not shit stand, a sim card and 2 maybe 2,4 t flops of grafics. And the latest Mint as a duelboot option.

[@corrd3ll647]

The portal has been great for me. I’m not a dad. I’ve been using the portal 20 miles away this wkn and it hasn’t failed me. I was even playing MW3 and ranking top 3 or top 6 in invasion🤷🏾‍♂️

[@MichaelOdendaal]

Spoiler talk about Alan Wake 2? Dying to hear your thoughts 🔥🤙🏻

[@ToastyDan]

See thru purple GB gang! ❤️

[@mechaluigi7]

I love how when someone is singing praises for OLED there is always that one person that has to go “enjoy that burn in!”

[@mgiebus1869]

I'll grab one when they do a pro

[@JackalZpack]

Clear shell one looks sick, but I`m in Europe..... No limited edition for us :(

[@Waynerock77]

Scalpers are back on the new PSP. Bastards have been scooping them up all over

[@pinatadonkey5934]

I have a 256gb Steam Deck. There is no reason for me to upgrade. But man do I want to sell it to get that OLED etched glass screen lol

[@Eesu226]

I’m probably not going to get a Portal because I don’t play enough remote play to justify it. But I can see where it makes sense, I mean a backbone is $100, this is $100 more and it has a much larger screen than a phone and much more ergonomic because it’s basically just a controller. A lot more practical than using a dual sense with Bluetooth to a phone because then you have to find a comfortable place to prop up the phone, especially if you’re trying to lay down and relax or something(I’ve had this issue). And again still a bigger screen and natively supported to PS5 don’t have to use an app. Now if they give it native streaming, which there’s no reason why they can’t, that would make it much more useful.

[@HighFive212]

I REALLY appreciate CD projekt red letting people upgrade their PS4 purchase of Cyberpunk to the PS5 version, what a difference! My new PS5 "slim" stays nice and quiet while I'm playing, very nice. Thanks Jake for everything!

[@josemesa2934]

Dude I was just thinking about getting an oled

[@josephdurham4950]

Day off and i loce to binge ypu and gameranx

[@delonejuanderer]

I've had the base deck and the rog ally but I'm a sucker for HDR and I can't resist not getting this. Steam deck OS feels just so good in comparison to the Ally especially as an achievement hunter it just feels a lot more similar to a console which feels great. Plus OLED + 90hz and even a better battery just feels like a no brainer for one of the best handheld experiences. The only thing I wish the screen had was VRR but I'm just in love with steams framerate cap as much I love VRR.