This New OLED Steam Deck is SO CLEAN

[@mechanicalmonk2020]

Russ gaslighting himself into getting a limited edition OLED Deck is all of us

[@rawdiggitydog]

The new title of the video is so clean....for now

[@RyanBounedara]

I DON'T NEED IT 🥲🥲🥲

[@ThisisCitrus]

Nah I don't want it. I can spend that 700$ on so many other things. And the black version looks better.

[@olioctane]

Complete waste of money just for a colour. It’s mindless consumerism and shouldn’t be promoted IMO

[@flonzi]

dystopian

[@WheeledHamster]

Bro walked in to his room, tripped on his keyboard and accidentally hit add to cart and payment info.

[@Artee023]

We’ve all been there…

[@jarnobot]

Russ on NerdNest: "It's tempting, but I'm not going to buy it" Russ on RGC, not even a week later: "I got the white Steam Deck in the mail yesterday. I as not going to buy it, but it kind of just happened"

[@Wft-bu5zc]

That was me when OLED came out. "I don't need it, my LCD Deck is fine and I've only had it for a year." Took me about a week til I caved and bought it lol. At least I was able to give my LCD to my sister, she didn't have one yet.

[@testing-testing5392]

Yeah he said if he got it he make some videos and then give it to charity for auction. I don't think I'll happen. I would do the same.

[@WallachGaming]

LOL - "I wasn't planning on buying one, but I added a notification to my calendar as soon as it was available, and bought it within a minute of it going live for purchase" me too dude I tripped and fell on the "add to cart" button and my cat jumped up and completed the order so I was like nbd it happens

[@inferno7528]

😂

[@JubalVoid]

You say you had to talk yourself into getting this, but it feels a lot more like you actually failed to talk yourself out of it lol.

[@RetroGameCorps]

Ha, good point 😂

[@loz9324]

Russ: "I have too many steam decks and wont be getting the white" Also Russ: "Heres the new white steam deck!"

[@MNaka-uf9yz]

Russ! You caved in! Don't try to find excuses! 🤣

[@Thinkofsomethingnew]

haha he did, i didn't even try to resist

[@DARKNIGHT-117]

😂

[@Rhomagus]

Russ's story about cautiously buying the White OLED is the same exact story I had for the smoke black OLED. My 512GB LCD was fine, but I was curious about the small revisions. "Oh noooo. I accidentally bought another Steam Deck. Whatever shall I do?"

[@Char1es4k]

I don't play games a lot these days. Usage of my LCD steam deck is even less frequent. yet I still have the urge to purchase a new gaming handheld🥲 How's your experience with it? I'm actually thinking about getting ally x and dual boot windows with bazzite OS or cachyos.

[@Rhomagus]

@@Char1es4k It's my preferred method of browsing the internet. I use a pair of XR glasses with my Deck so the OLED aspect is wasted on me, but the longer battery life and the improved bumper buttons are worth it to me. I could see myself getting an Ally X if I paired it with a Steam Controller. I refuse to go back to a controller without trackpads, which is why the Steam Deck will be my daily driver for years to come. If I'm not actually using the internal storage to play games I'm remoting into my gaming PC or PS5 and using it as a glorified gamepad. When I'm not browsing the internet or playing games it acts as a portable media center for my car. I have a CD tray mount and an attachment for my Steam Deck and use Kodi when I'm on the road. that's when the screen gets most of it's usage. I use the trackpads and joysticks like dials on an old school radio and use the touchscreen to select albums or KZbin videos. Currently looking into getting the Terminal plugin for game mode so I can do some more advanced stuff without having to hop into Desktop mode. Typed this all out on my LCD Steam Deck.

[@Kilvoctu]

That story was me with the launch day Nintendo Switch. I drove by Best Buy and saw the line. I stood in line, and was like, "If they got one for me then I guess I'll get it"

[@Rhomagus]

@@Char1es4k I sent you a long reply. Did you get it?

[@Char1es4k]

@@Rhomagus Unfortunately no

[@jasondonnelly150]

This should have been an “Aperture Science” edition with orange and blue LED sticks and the Aperture logo.

[@kingmouseofficial6488]

Or the Borealis to cater to both fans

[@danieldooling9069]

​@@kingmouseofficial6488 I've yet to meet someone who isn't a fan of both, have you?

[@TheLexikitty]

YESSSS

[@globalistgamer6418]

Yeah, the off-white kind of surprised me because the form factor is reminiscent of Aperture but the color is just different enough to feel off due to that somewhat inevitable mental comparison.

[@jasondonnelly150]

I used to have an off-white Aperture Science iPhone case I got from valve and it was just me if my favorite things ever. I’d be all over an AS steam deck.

[@thescienceoftankss]

Imagine going to a garage sale and meeting Russ! I would absolutely play games with him. He deserves the break.

[@Aaron-ed5xs]

6:50 "I've always enjoyed this overall thicker feel" Me too bro I feel you

[@GameTechTalk]

That part about the garage sale was really eye opening because indeed, to the online world into these kinds of devices, it would seem as if every neighbor knows what the Steam Deck is when in fact.... Thanks Russ, that was really cool to hear about!

[@RetroGameCorps]

Yeah we live in our own (admittedly large) bubble

[@DogBlessGeesus]

Great review. I would say when comparing the Etched Glass vs. Glossy, the glossy may have a bit better "pop" to it but if you plan on taking your deck anywhere or playing in well lit rooms you are always going to be trying to reposition yourself so that the light isn't ruining the picture. The etched has been so nice for taking on road trips, planes, etc. just pick up, play and never had to worry about the light sources around you.

[@Beastw1ck]

I totally agree and the blacks are still very deep with the etched glass.

[@WillC1020]

I have the transparent black OLED LE and I have come to appreciate the etched glass. The screen looks great compared to non-oled screens and works great for reducing glare if you are out and about. A lot of users have stated using steam decks indoors, but i do like that the etched glass provides that versatility.

[@madmyc6836]

The etched glass does look better if you actually want to use your device anywhere but your living room. I think that is why it’s considered the more premium option. The glossy screen makes it difficult to use on the go.

[@GrimAbstract]

Even in the car it makes a massive difference lol. I can’t use any other handheld during the day in my car, besides the steam deck oled. Don’t worry, I’m not driving at this time lol.

[@astrovewlix]

Nope. Not true. Just true for you.

[@GrimAbstract]

@@astrovewlix it is true, I had both of them and they are almost identical lol.

[@cosmic_drew]

@@astrovewlix It's amazing that someone can just say confidently my opinion is THE true opinion. It's ok to disagree but to say it's only true for one person. That's a lack of self-awareness I'll never understand.

[@user-s8jb3qb6y]

Yes, but if you get the etched glass and apply a glossy screen protector, you'll get distortion. Whereas if you get a glossy screen, you can easily apply an "etched" or matte glass screen protector and get its benefits _without_ distortion.

[@ScottWozniak]

5:09 I'm not sure how wet or saturated those wipes are, but I can tell you from experience that alcohol can take the color (or at least print) off things so tread carefully. I use a paper towel with a light spritz of Windex myself. 🕹

[@Balveron]

also depending on the Display used in the Device, it might be a bad Idea to use Isopropyl (ipa) on the screen. if not shure use it only on the Plastic-Parts. Cleaning a Nintendo DS second Screen might end in Tears ^^

[@mechagorgar]

I use AudioWipes. They're meant for hearing aids and headphones, but can clean general electronics. They don't damage rubber, plastic, silicone, or acrylic. They're made by Oaktree Products.

[@Madblaster6]

I love the look of the white. That said, I don’t want my handheld to be white. I don’t want it glowing or be distracting while I play games at night. Also black contrasts better with the screen.

[@erikpoephoofd]

This. I had a white iPod Touch, having white bezels sucks....

[@hynestimothy411]

The first thing I will do when I get one is to get a naked slick wrap. I love their skins like the protection but also the slight glow, it beautiful

[@qualitycommentszone1263]

I’m sorry but I have to stop watching this channel or else I’ll end up owning like 50 devices

[@cheese5194]

Russ puts out quality content back to back to back. Thanks for your hard work man and don't forget to also take rests.

[@Julien-NYC]

The black limited edition with the orange sticks is so much nicer

[@jamesoglover]

Valve: What colorway did you want? Russ: The beautiful white aesthetic.

[@brendonhope]

This is a good informative video for people like me who are not very familiar with this sort of hardware.

[@ChrisKliewer]

Man, the white model looks so sleek..if Valve had released this color way along with the other OLED models, I definitely would've gotten the white one. Nice video, Russ. Keep up the good work

[@FierceGinger]

I bought mine last night. When steamdecks came out I was fine waiting several years before buying to see how they did, and then recently I've seen them featured in gaming channels I really like more often for a while and I decided to go on the steam website to see what games I had in my wishlist and the ones I had bought, and low and behold was the Steamdeck in all it's white glory. I have a huge love for white consoles in general but have never owned one and seeing how it was limited and I don't have one yet I decided, like you did, after much debating, to put it on my card. I'm excited and terrified for it. I don't own a console with an OLED screen, I only have the original Switch and an original 3DS, so this is going to be quite exciting to see it for the first time in person.

[@Omnipackz]

Excited for you to try it out, if so what are your thoughts so far?!

[@KM-hk8tc]

I’m an “only ever had a switch” person and I’ve got an oled on the way. Would love your thoughts on how you’re enjoying yours

[@jasminealexander6766]

As an Australian who hasnt had the chance to get the deck and has been a bit frustrated by that, having the limited white model available from launch was a great consolation prize

[@RabbiKrieg]

to each their own, but I really like the black killswitch case on the white steamdeack.

[@yo.poldoo]

imo, I like the black and white more than the all white. It's giving that stormtrooper -esque theme.

[@SomeJohndoe]

Still rocking the LCD, no complaints my only gripe is the size. If they can just somehow shrink the steam deck to Rog ally size with all the same ergonomic niceness and inputs that would be chef's kiss for me. That white is definitely 🔥🔥🔥. Maybe someone will be brave enough to do the cheetohs test on it to see how dirt resistant it is

[@tovopro]

Man. If I didn’t get that Limited Edition Smoke Transparent one, I definitely would’ve hopped on this white one. Definitely for anyone to who missed out on the transparent OLED, now’s your chance to get a clean white.

[@WickedGamerCollector]

Yeah was thinking of getting one to.

[@Nickysh21]

“At the very least is gonna look amazing in thumbnails”😂

[@TuPhonez4Free]

That white is fire. This why I love the backbone one Playstation edition 😊

[@lasthopelost9090]

I was going to buy one finally and this color way came out at the right time

[@Ash_1277]

Beautiful Handheld & Beautiful Russ reviewing it!

[@EricCarter12]

Russ it would be cool if you could make a "Steam Deck OLED One Year Later" video. I miss your coverage of the Steam Deck and it would be nice to hear your updated thoughts on the system and if you still use it as your primary Portable PC for most games.

[@Hash9377]

A mostly handheld channel, keep doin your thing bub!

[@pobbityboppity1110]

Super happy with my Deck OLED without the etched glass. I really have zero complaints. Best gaming device on the market

[@afibaedwards1852]

The case in a case blew my mind. I have had this thing for a couple weeks and have been looking on amazon for a smaller case. So funny.

[@JamesSteininger]

As a change of pace I think it would be interesting to see a more "normal" game review session from you, for example reviewing those recent Steam games just showing on this video including Art of Rally, A Short Hike, Guacamelee, etc. It's not only the retro devices you review that I love but also the WAY you do reviews and your presentation. Since you're a big gamer (obviously lol), I just think it would be neat to hear like, what your favorite modern games area (even though for example Art of Rally has kind of a retro vibe even though it's a modern game, maybe that would let this kind of video still make sense given your channel name!)

[@joe6y]

I like the etched glass when playing in dark environments

[@HunnysPlaylists]

The screen protector glue fits into the etching on the glass, looks fine.

[@Marcelo83uk]

Got mine on Friday, it's my first one and couldn't be happier with it!

[@monyetbesar]

WHAT, have the SD OLED for almost a year now and I just found out through your video that the case has an inner case as well. Awesome.

[@RennK85]

I used the exact same logic to get mine! I adore it so much. Also, you get a keyboard that’s unique and a heck of a lot of steam points. I enjoy it so much with the grey and the white. I use a grey tomtoc when I’m out and about but the white case when I am staying home.

[@MrMovees87]

Maaaaaan, the white on that is absolutely gorgeous! I don’t have a Steam Deck m’self, but I feel like I’m gonna end up adding one to my roster of handhelds sooner or later 😅😂

[@PinkDan12345]

The grip case makes it look like the white deck is trying to wear sexy underwear 7:45

[@BestShootermanUbz]

HUH 😂

[@mattb6522]

Good video! The white does look slick! I installed a custom shell onto my Steam Deck, but it was way more of a hassle than it really needed to be. It would be nice to just have Valve offer custom colors for the Deck right out of the box (even if just a few color options).

[@joeynox]

The white ally is gorgeous. I sold mine and bought the ally X. I wish the X was white

[@iiSchev]

Watching any video of a steam deck immediately makes me reach for my own. Had the LCD, when the OLED released. I caved so fast and got it. If black wasnt my favourite colour for electronics. I’d have this white on day 1.

[@Verus3]

Very sleek color. I personally like the etched glass better. The glossy screen on my OLED switch is like a mirror, it reflects everything including your face.

[@Rhomagus]

I actually like the light bleed, especially on the translucent shell. You can see it's fully charged while it's off from both the top and the front. I'm constantly changing between chargers in my work vehicle and being able to see what's fully charged at a glance without having to move the device is convenient.

[@iamalaser4185]

I love how many steam deck video thumbnails show Balatro, a game I can play on my cracked iphone 7

[@Invid72]

I already have the translucent limited edition and love it but the white looks great too. Glad they didn't come out at the same time or it would be a difficult choice!

[@ledrevolver]

VALVE got me with that smoke transparent edition already! Thanks for ordering this one so we can see it :)

[@hausmanprime6623]

just got mine, cant wait to get a case and skin on it

[@g0nk]

Mine gets delivered on Tuesday. :) edit: also I went back and forth on whether I should buy one, just like you. I put it in my cart 3-4 times before pulling the trigger. hahah

[@RetroGameCorps]

Have fun!

[@KnightMD]

A gameboy-like grey bezel was the way to go, but it would have highlighted the small screen when the device was turned off.

[@npaladin2000]

The chapter is LED light bleed, it's labeled LCD light bleed. And that's actually nothing compared to the first LE Steam Deck...of course, that's actually semi-transparent plastic. Does seem like their Limited Edition ones are going to have the etched screens. So if people want the colorway they have to be prepared to deal with the screen.

[@RetroGameCorps]

Fixed, thanks!

[@darkrinji]

Would be interested to hear what your daily drivers are (with details of use case), love hearing your pros on the handhelds Russ!

[@qlnzky]

The tomtoc hard shell case is sooo underrated. I just want to throw my steamdeck in my backpack and not worry about it. Every other case adds so much bulk but the tomtoc case is excellent to protect it while it's in a bag. I also have the hardshell case for my switch pro controller and the moment they announced it i had to buy it for my steamdeck.

[@TheGentleCreepers]

The urge to put a PS1 logo on this steam deck is immense!!! 🔥🔥🔥

[@horhey19]

I can’t wait to get mine in.

[@jeremy__hopkins]

9:05 - Each person will define what is important to them with a handheld. For me, the screen and ergonomics are extremely important so I like listening to this level of detail and I tend to agree with the sentiments. Though just like those who can't seem to understand why someone would want a 120hz AMOLED display in an Android device, I don't fully understand those who say the LCD Steam Deck is good enough. Nothing wrong with the LCD Steam Deck for cost savings or if someone bought an early version before the update. But if someone is either ignorant or doesn't care about the quality of screen in a handheld device, they're welcome to their opinion but not the greatest judge of quality. AMOLED, especially with higher refresh, offers a significant difference over LCD.

[@altheapolyam]

Some people just have different filters for things like this. I can see how is much better than a LCD but then I ask myself "will I think a LCD is bad after playing 100 hours with the thing?". And in my experiements I've found that...not really? Like as long as the pixel density is good enough I don't really care that much. Maybe being very fucking blind plays a part in this, or growing up poor and unable to have most devices that I wanted. I settle with being able to have fun, even if the experience is not the best that it could be. More if it can safe me money to buy complements, invite my gf to some cool activity, and overall make me feel less guilty with my expenses >

[@jeremy__hopkins]

@@altheapolyam It's not quite what I mean but I'm happy that you worked solutions and have options for your entertainment.

[@N1c2k3]

You make good point. For someone like me who got a Deck purely for retro emulation (mostly N64 and down), and also has it hooked up to a TV 99% of the time, the screen matters almost none to me.

[@altheapolyam]

@@jeremy__hopkins I'm also happy there's options now that can satisfy both users like you and like me :)

[@40Sec]

I'm assuming they were limited by what screens were available at the time, but man, that LCD screen really is rough. I wish they'd at least put a passable LCD screen in their current LCD models. I haven't seen an LCD with worse colour reproduction since my 2012 TN panel budget laptop (and most TN panels these days are far more colourful than the LCD Deck's IPS panel).

[@lambykin842]

THIS IS PERFECT TO MAKE IT CUTE😭 i need it now pink cases and stickers and stuff wont look ugly

[@Pianotouchkeys]

You can dim the light in the settings or turn it off.

[@DeathJerrie]

So glad you caved and bought this. xD

[@kevting4512]

I have it and it’s so creamy white and lighter than the OG it makes me marveling at it instead of playing it.

[@taylorhession1905]

As much as i like the white and thought about replacing my black with it i had reminded myself how much white stains.

[@muertoman5771]

brother im sorry but the white oled with the black killswitch case slaps. looks amazing

[@moto6981]

This takes me back to the iconic Xbox 360 white controller! It brings a wave of nostalgia and memories of countless gaming sessions.

[@tjstrato1]

"I'm not good at photo shop to remove my blister... hire me as a marketing person for Steam" haha

[@Aint1S]

I've got the clear grey one, the anti glare doesn't really bother me anymore... Once you use it, you forget it. They released an update that would let us turn down the charge LED, but I don't remember where it is anymore. 🤔 I turned mine down ofc.

[@ComposerKuandohan]

Russ is such a workaholic making these videos for us, he doesn't even realize equate is a Walmart brand. Stay hydrated and eat well Russ, it's okay to take a break!

[@Anti-Mafia420]

DBrand ! If you're reading this. Make the new (ik you're gonna make one for the white one) grip case be the gray that is on the sticks and buttons and add some of that same as the steamdeck white flair in your own way ! I would go with tribal style stripes (but that's too much for the average consumer, put white where the hands and table won't touch it). Coming from an ex-artist, I think it would contrast v well.

[@anthonyscott385]

Solid review & channel. Not sure if your aware by now, the power LED light brightness can be adjusted thru the system's menu. At least it is on the SD Oled 512Gb version...

[@astartes7313]

when valve first showed it on steam, i knew i had to get it lol

[@rybkaponi]

Love how white deck looks, wanted white version since I bought lcd deck 2 years ago

[@PirateDrive]

Thanks, now I can't unsee the blood blister and spend the whole video looking at it.

[@marcinmichalak155]

Damn, what a deeeep review this is. Thanks.

[@MacRants]

Glad to see you discovered Selaco!

[@Leopardeye]

Shockingly it’s still not sold out. I expected it to be, pretty quickly. But they’re all stocked up.

[@piplup10203854]

I was just thinking about a SteamDeck OLED yesterday 😂 because I been waiting for mine to be sent over to the new place and it’s been a year and I’m like 🫠 maybe I should get a new Steam Deck 😂 perfect timing. This looks great!

[@nonosquadgaming]

The white looks really clean, to be honest.

[@ruzaroos]

Gamers: We need the Steam Deck 2! Valve: Here’s a white one for Christmas.

[@Bonez091391]

2:39 “slide it out as easily as we can” proceeds to damn near rip it out anyway

[@rrahll]

Retro Game Corps, thank you for great review!

[@Wimmle]

Glasses wipes also work fantastic for cleaning handhelds and 3D printer plates.

[@beeseechurger]

It reminds me of the old IBM keyboards and stuff like the Apple 2! I love that muted color. Great video Russ, waiting for the next one😁

[@nefariou5]

I do love RGC reviews, although this one kinda has feels of "now that you've made a video about it you can business expense it", but i still watched it so can't complain.

[@hotgrease]

You know you’ve made it when you have a “vacation Steam Deck.” 😂

[@EliHank]

Russ is balling fo sho 💰

[@davidhusari2739]

i’ve never understood why people get carrying cases for the steam deck when it already comes with one. especially the higher end models that have that smaller one inside of the larger one

[@RetroGameCorps]

I can’t speak for everyone but for me the white carrying case will get likely scuffed and dirty really quickly so that’s what I want a different case. I am also not a huge fan of just using the inner liner as a case because it has thick Velcro strips on it that catch all sorts of gunk and debris when used on travel.

[@tdvan80]

I almost picked it up. This would be my first steam deck. My biggest concern was with when my kids play with it the dirt will show a lot more on the white. I was also worried about finding the different colors on the controls since they are not black.

[@EliHank]

Don't let your kids touch that thing. Get 'em each an RG28XX 😂

[@40Sec]

The etched glass model is amazing. The colours definitely pop, and most reviewers doing side by sides weren't picking up any difference in colours or contrast. It might look different when you're recording video of it at an angle with ultra bright studio lights, but most people are playing these things pointed towards their faces. Glad folks generally have the choice when it comes to the black Decks, but I honestly wish my Switch OLED had etched glass as well, as the reflections also kill details and contrast on top of being distracting.

[@blabla1177-r7u]

It's so clean that it cleans out your bank account.

[@PlazDreamweaver]

Yeah... that part doesn't feel good at all.

[@quesadilla79]

got mine on pre order launch, now i wana upgrade.

[@AlexPrevost]

Thanks for getting it so we can live vicariously through you lol

[@dertyp6767]

I felt really temptes too, but will continue rocking the 512 LCD. This thing looks beautiful though. Handelds beeing your job I think this is a must have! Absolutely understandable!

[@vamoply]

The White OLED definitely reminds me of a Wii U Gamepad

[@EmilioExploring]

That thing does look clean 😍

[@SomeRand0omDood]

The Steam Deck is such a great value for PC/Retro gaming. I know there are more powerful options out there but it's so feature packed and ergonomic tied in with really good Steam link integration those short comings kinda disappear imo. The price point is also really good. I've gotten the Rog ally x and I always still come back to my OLED Steam Deck.