Steam Deck OLED vs LCD - Worth Upgrading?

[@migillett]

here now because there's currently a 15% sale for LCD models

[@TheGoQu]

Same and its really really tempting

[@richman117]

@@TheGoQu the summer sale starts like tomorrow. Id wait to see what they offer on all of them

[@premshah865]

Same😅

[@migillett]

@@TheGoQu trying to weigh the OLED screen and battery life vs a REALLY good price. And I'm leaning towards the good price haha

[@TheGoQu]

@@migillett what is your potential use case for a handheld gaming machine? For me oled screen is not needed at all, because i just want to play games in my bed after work, so i can always plug it for charging and keep the room dim to see everything. Im just tossed up between buying a steam deck vs buying rog ally or legion go. Windows and more powerful cpu/gpu make it possible to play games outside steam easier and allow to run ps3 emulation which im currently doing regularly on my main pc

[@samueljordan1230]

I just got the oled and it’s worth it for any dad gamer whose only chance to play is with a handheld.

[@noahnoah2935]

Goals right there 😌

[@SammyHardman8]

I'm debating on selling my xbox now. Due to being dad don't have much time to sneak away. That's why this is perfect

[@DuneGuy796]

I love the handheld Steam Deck experience. I got my younger brother to grab a 64gb Steam Deck as an affordable option for a PC. I had an ssd ready for him. He eventually came around to it despite being stubborn. Baldur's Gate 3 has been alot of fun. I bought the 512gb OLED. My little brother is getting my LCD model. So I felt it was worth it.

[@jarathen1625]

As a dad gamer I wish I would have passed on PS5 altogether. Switch and Deck cover usage completely.

[@B_Machine]

​@@SammyHardman8I stream games that don't work on steam os from my Xbox to the deck. Plus it saves battery life. Although, I will admit if you don't have a current gen Xbox, it probably will have considerable latency. I'm using a series x with 5g wifi in my house and it works fantastic.

[@TheCityWokGuy]

my immediate worry is that i'll pay to upgrade from the version i already paid for once, just for the next upgrade to roll out in a similar timeframe, leading to everyone saying once again "upgrade to the new one it's so worth it!" i know steam isn't apple but, just a thought.

[@Beamngmonsterjam00]

If you have one that works. I would just play it into the ground. Thats what I’ll do. If it works don’t upgrade unless needed. You’re absolutely right man, it’s goona happen. Just like the new oculus quest

[@crusherman96]

​@@Beamngmonsterjam00My only annoyance with the Steam Deck is the huge bezels. I wish the screen was bigger. If I get the OLED, that would be the only reason why

[@senna2]

especially worrying since Valve has a tendency to be tight-lipped about product launches until the very last minute

[@I_Kankin]

Fair Constructive Criticism IMO.

[@pegeta]

steam deck 2 is in 2026

[@ericthestone]

Picked up an used 512gb LCD model last week for $315. The OLED is nice with the new 90hz screen but for the games that I played, mostly emulators and switch games. I don’t really care for it. If I want absolute picture quality and performance, I go back to my PC.

[@TheL1arL1ar]

Hehe I use my deck for all my gaming but yeah I also have gaming pc as well but ehhh…my original lcd model was 64gb and I installed a 256 card..total at the time was &420…and I have that to my 14 year old..now the 1tb OLED model cost me $703 with tax….ill can’t wait for part 2.

[@kevinm.p.26]

Yeah I think a bit waste of money to grab the OLED. Better go back to PC for graphs

[@GamingForst1]

​@@kevinm.p.26my sister plays on my PC now tempted to buy myself a steam deck the 512gb LCD one I wanna buy it

[@obirodriguez2396]

Where did you get it for so cheap?!!!

[@I_Kankin]

Very good point.

[@JoshuaDavid556]

Mine is on the way. I can't wait. Love the idea of having my steam library in my hands. I got great mileage out of the steam link when it released. It was only €10 on sale. Very excited this Christmas ❤

[@Maximino909]

I have to mention that OLED is beautiful, but LCD is better for eyes. Some people have migraines and eye strain after using OLED devices with big PWM numbers (me too). I can play LCD Switch or Steam Deck for many hours without any discomfort. But with OLED versions it doesn’t work unfortunately

[@AlmightyRodga]

Thank you! No one is saying this in their videos.. Just bought the OLED version and can’t go 30 minutes without my eyes killing me. Now I gotta go to the LCD version :( I hope I still like it

[@lyconxero457]

There's two points for the Steam Deck OLED that Kevin failed to mention in this video which can have a tangible impact on gameplay: (1) the RAM in the OLED is significantly faster than the base Steam Deck which CAN actually increase performance in some games that were memory bandwidth constrained and (2) the higher refresh rate of the screen can make games look and feel smoother to play even if you're not running at 90Hz as the screen can now refresh twice if you set the frame-rate limit at 45FPS and 3 times at 30FPS. Digital Foundry actually confirmed through their own testing that response time in these situations on the OLED is indeed improved over the OG Steam Deck. When you pair this with the fact that the OG Steam Deck actually had a lackluster LCD display (even as far as LCD displays go it was quite bad in quality) it becomes REALLY DIFFICULT to recommend the base Steam Deck unless you pick one up on the cheap (the market is quickly being flooded with them as people sell off their OG models for the OLED so that actually might be the play if price is your biggest concern).

[@GIJosep]

How do they compare when both docked and connected to the same OLED external display?

[@paull4135]

Pretty much the same. Most games see a few more fps but not much. If you're price limited, get the LCD​@@GIJosep

[@XtianApi]

That's huge, ram speed and 90hz. Especially for somebody like me who plays tons of indie games that could run at a bajillion fps. And yeah the LCD on mine is God awful. Beyond the saturation and other things the light bleed is terrible

[@jamiemarshall4738]

This also depends on where you live. Some places around the world you can buy the steam deck LCD 512gb, 64gb because they have to be imported into the country - for instance steam didn't make it available in NZ to buy directly from steam you have to buy it from retailers who have imported it and it makes the cost a lot more for the oled. I don't doubt that it's better but in my country the price difference is $300NZD which doesn't to me make sense make that investment worth it $100 for the screen makes sense sure no issues there but $300 no especially when it's $1009NZD for the LCD model

[@XtianApi]

@@paull4135 I agree, the same, but price limited for me, would involve just waiting and saving. I have both and can't go back to LCD. Speaking of which I have an LCD that needs a new R1 button and joystick that I don't feel like changing out. I already have the R1 button and everything comes modular from I fix it, so if you were looking for an LCD finding something like mine is a great way to stag one for dirt cheap, put in 20 minutes of work swapping boards and then have a great system for next to nothing. Then I would consider an LCD, because the discount would be huge

[@Ogknav]

I got the OLED for myself since I took up the LCD model like 75% of the time (shared with my gf). Now she can play whenever she wants, and even better, all those benefits the OLED does for the steamdeck would benefit me so much more with how frequent I play it.

[@emtmcg]

Got the OLED at have been loving it over the old one. Been playing COD WW2 in HDR at 90fps at its blowing my mind.

[@valle4618]

can it even push further than 60 at most in that game?

[@arghpee]

The OLED is a beauty. I had to RMA it for dead pixels and some other issues, but it seems like Valve is quick with it. Going back to my LCDeck allows me to apperciate the difference.

[@MrAxelStone]

What "other" issues

[@arghpee]

@@MrAxelStone broken headphone jack (audio crackling through any type of input). it does seem like Valve is getting me a replacement very soon

[@blade8424]

What's the difference though due to quality? And performance? Will I get better battery life? Wuffden just made a video about complaining about the tearing.

[@arghpee]

@@blade8424It lasts like twice as long as the LCD, looks way better, and just like 5% faster than the old one. It's totally worth it if you're a hardcore handheld user.

[@matsie3134]

Got a refurbished 512gb lcd version for 370. Really happy with that price, didn't want to spend more on a device.

[@shyamal903]

"Got a refurbished 512gb lcd version for 370" 370 WHAT (370 Indian Rupees, 370 Zimbabwe Dollars, 370 New Zealand Dollars etc)? Please tell us the currency, we are not kind readers.

[@zacthegamer6145]

@@shyamal903 Stop being a troll. He clearly meant USD.

[@shyamal903]

@@zacthegamer6145 How do you know? Did they tell you, or are you assuming? Also, why are you assuming that I was trolling? I was actually being serious when asking which currency they were referring to.

[@zacthegamer6145]

@@shyamal903 Is steam deck officially available in India? What is country of origin of Steam Deck? What price is this closest to? Have some common sense.

[@shyamal903]

@@zacthegamer6145 "What price is this closest to?" Well 370 seems quite close to the UK price for the 512GB LCD Steam Deck, which is £389 GBP, while the US price is a bit further away from 370 at $449 USD.

[@Orli155]

On top off all the screen upgrades listed, everyone always forgets that the touch screen is also WAY better. Making the on-screen keyboard, time management games, hidden object games, and DS Emulation so much better. No complaints on the touch now. The LCD touch is so bad.

[@Youraveragegamer_97]

I'm loving the steam deck oled, feels like the first mid gen refresh worth buying

[@nickstark8479]

Very different from other "mid-gen refreshes" for sure. Most homes consoles dont have a screen/battery to improve so instead focus on providing more power to the system... But definitely much better than the switch OLED which didn't change anything except the screen.

[@Youraveragegamer_97]

@@nickstark8479 well they also added 32 more gbs, 0.8 inch bigger screen but yea considering the 512gb 90hz and battery battery model is the same price as the 64gb lid model was is crazy

[@pt87153]

It's good, but I don't think I'd buy it over a ROG Ally since I have the original Steam Deck already. The first mid-gen refresh I had to get was the Xbox One X since I still had the original VCR launch Xbox One.

[@RE4PER]

@@nickstark8479 Actually the Switch OLED increased the storage, has better speakers, has a new dock, and a much better kickstand. You are right though, Valve did a much better job with a mid gen refresh.

[@ripleysherman6759]

​@@nickstark8479while I agree that the steamdeck oled is the best mid gen refresh, the screen was not the only upgrade on the switch oled. Storage was doubled, battery life was slightly improved. Better speakers and kickstand. Still not as good as the steamdeck but it wasn't just the screen.

[@sollarezzz3714]

I found that while owning the 256gb (upgraded to 1TB) there were some performance issues but not too many, however the steam deck oled blew my expectations out of the water, I can play most if not all the games that used to give me issues and it looks phenomenal

[@badmoose01]

The oled model does have faster ram so that might be what's responsible for the better performance

[@Jaxv3r]

So did you upgrade to a 1tb ssd or upgraded to a 1tb oled deck? I never had issues with my games running badly except for the my steam deck ui being a bit buggy sometimes.

[@doh4828]

Nice justification there

[@sollarezzz3714]

@@Jaxv3r I bought the 1tb model and I had upgraded the LCD version to 1tb myself. Even the ui on the OLED *occasionally* (only when exiting out of big games) does it bug out like it did on the previous version.

[@sollarezzz3714]

@@doh4828 justification? For what buying another? No my justification for that was that I was able to hand it down to someone and get myself a new one. No use in having 2 decks right?

[@halibuthero]

I upgraded to the Limited Edition from the 512 LCD model. In my opinion, the upgrade is absolutely worth it. I'm blown away by the OLED and HDR screen, it's incredible.

[@shyamal903]

I have the same opinion, although I upgraded from the 512gb LCD Steam Deck to the non-limited edition 1TB OLED Steam Deck (the limited edition OLED Steam Deck is not available in the region that I live in).

[@pollstreak4095]

The oled version provides 3-7% higher framerates than the lcd model due to faster ram. Not much and barely noticsble but thought i'd mention it anyway

[@hoylematt1]

I was going to make this same comment, but you already did. It’s small improvements, but still improvements.

[@christianr.5868]

If it smooths out microstutters, that's enough for me honestly

[@WhiskeyAfterHours]

@@christianr.5868 In fact it does, frame pacing on the new OLED model is much better than the LCD and other competing PC handhelds like the ally or the legion.

[@MrREAPERsz]

It's an upgrade in every way besides raw power. If anyone needs power then get a laptop.

[@afistfulofpimples1745]

It's not much and barely noticeable

[@tordb]

As an older gamer close to 50, the OLED isn't worth it. You'll be totally fine and content with the starter $399 edition.

[@shaolin95]

Narrow minded point of view just because that is YOUR preference

[@ekosovic]

@@shaolin95yeah dude generally people make comments based on their experience

[@losientoo]

​@@shaolin95 Damn dude, chill out

[@justinhumphrey1516]

@@losientoosomeone is a disgruntled gamer…😂

[@losientoo]

@@justinhumphrey1516 you don't know how to use disgruntled, and I'm not a gamer

[@astro6684]

Just ordered my first steam deck and i went for the oled model 512gb and i cant be more exited i dont own currently any console or pc besides my switch oled but im planning to make this my main console

[@B_Machine]

Oh dang. You've got a whole world opening up to you.

[@TheLuis12198]

Same just ordered mine as well. However in my case I have a Switch OLED and PS5 but I wanted to get in the PC gaming ecosystem. And play slightly more intensive games like Cyberpunk and the Witcher on the go. Since lately the switch has been showing its age with some of their newer games, just a bit of lack in detail in backgrounds and sudden drops in FPS.

[@Mannycabby]

Any updates to your thoughts on it?

[@astro6684]

@@Mannycabby hey its been incredible i nearly forgot about my switch it feels like i don’t need it anymore i played so many games that on switch where impossible to experience the oled screen is much better than the one on the switch and the processing power is twice as much, there are some limitations tho you can’t play every single game on max settings if you wanna get 60 fps you have to make some adjustments but for the most part its been a world of difference in my experience i would definitely recommend 100%

[@artusanctus997]

I'd upgrade if Valve discounted the purchase because I own the first model. I don't see much use in the upgrade since Steam OS 3.5.5 rolled out, which upgraded the color vibrancy to sRGB, which makes everything look so much better. I read that the specs are the same between models beyond the OLED having better battery life, which doesn't bother me because I've got a power bank to mitigate that.

[@Isaypreach]

Is there a way to check for that color vibrancy?

[@artusanctus997]

@@Isaypreach It should be located in your settings if you navigate to display options. From what I remember, the update automatically applies sRGB.

[@AngelPerez-fk1eh]

How many Hours u get of playing AAA games whit The Powerbank?

[@artusanctus997]

@@AngelPerez-fk1eh Depends on the game, usually two hours with my configurations. A power bank isn’t going to make your play sessions last the whole day, if that’s what you’re thinking.

[@zaneharding4208]

Agree on the orange, Kevin. I mean, come on - The ORANGE Box got me into Valve. Full circle :)

[@kabooeybooey]

Shrunk die size(Efficient and cooler) clocks higher as the boost algorithm allows it to due to heat threshold, paired with faster and more efficient ram…With undervolt, it equates to about 8% better performance compared to the OG deck. Also 50% and maybe even better battery is unreal! I would elect to save up for the OLED even if you’re really wanting one right NOW. I own both decks and even the ROG Ally. I firmly believe that the Steamdeck OLED is THE BEST handheld gaming system out there right now.

[@rubbish_kat]

I really don't love the way they've split the screen options between the storage models, that feels like something you should be able to choose independently of the storage. It just seems like a sneaky way to force people who want the anti glare glass to pay for the bigger storage model, while also not being great for people who might NOT want the anti glare glass but do want more built in storage. Generally seems like a great upgrade from the original just wish they weren't using this kind of annoying upselling technique.

[@SougoUltimateSadist]

oled cost twice as much, can grab lcd deck for about 300, oled starts at 550. i just take lcd and grab cheap ssd

[@Nik.leonard]

Specially outside the US/EU, where a 64gb LCD Steam Deck costs USD 450 more and less, and a OLED 1TB Steam Deck... USD 850!. That's even worse considering that here in Chile we have official Asus and Lenovo distribution, so the ROG Ally and the Lenovo Legion go can sometimes be bought at MSRP.

[@Blue-Apple-fc9eo]

@@Nik.leonard Is a LCD steam deck 1TB good?

[@Nik.leonard]

@@Blue-Apple-fc9eo If you can get it for cheap, yes, but usually is better to get a LCD Steam Deck with less storage and do the upgrade oneself, and if money is not an issue, get the OLED one.

[@Blue-Apple-fc9eo]

@@Nik.leonard I order my Steam Deck LCD 1TB in my 18th birthday today it’s coming out in 3 days!

[@galvanicmass]

Thank you for not shitting on the lcd 😊

[@HitmanSC2]

I upgraded and I am extremely happy. They upgraded a lot.

[@tommills9575]

I have a 64gb one I really want the 512gb OLED one is it worth the upgrade?

[@TheL1arL1ar]

@@tommills9575it’s up to you…side by side the lcd works great imo…I play mine docked as well to a 4k tv and both perform the same there and can look great and with HDR…my base model was 64gb, and now I got the 1tb OLED. The reason it was easy for me to upgrade is because I have kids and I can always pass tech down.

[@HitmanSC2]

@@tommills9575 If you're currently rocking a 64GB LCD then I can confidently say that if you can sell your old deck to help a bit it is most definitely worth it. The upgrades are many and very noticeable. Also that massive storage upgrade will be huge for you without having to buy and run a slower microSD card.

[@olderjeans]

@@tommills9575 I have the same question. Did you ever get an answer?

[@tommills9575]

@olderjeans nope sadly not I'm still thinking about maybe after Christmas but I do want to upgrade to the OLED model

[@ssgtblackmamba7991]

I bought the 512 OLED for 500 euro (70 less than on steam), new and sealed. Bought from a guy that wanted to convert his Steam wallet into actual cash

[@ralph4lyf]

I already bought my steam deck old lady. As soon as I got announced I said take my money. It was no brainer even if it was just the screen. I would have bought it. But there's so many great updates so I don't mind. But I'll watch this video just cuz I enjoy your concert my man

[@imtuberick2183]

I have the lcd 512 and im happy dont think i need better graphics tbh

[@jefferrrson1x]

This is the best gaming device for older people lol. Fr fr. Ain’t got no time to be on a desk after working at desk for work. I wanna be on the couch or in bed playing my favorite games. Handheld style. That’s why Japan has been handheld for decades. They know know. And that’s why the deck is killing it in Japan rn. Can’t wait for the future!

[@RuNRiOt100]

Been looking at buying a steam deck for months and looking to see if a newer model was coming out no mention of it. Finally got the 512 lcd then a week later the oled comes out feel like I’ve been robbed 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@devantetoppin7879]

Was intentional honestly and Valve is not getting enough flak for it. They swore up and down when the deck released that they weren't doing OLED anytime soon and basically down played the idea right up until the shadow dropped the OLED model. No heads up anywhere because of course that would have killed sales of the LCD model immediately. They wanted people to get stuck with the LCD model which is crummy for sure.

[@SPISheste]

Still on the fence, thinking about giving the NOLED it's run for the money and waiting for the "3rd" Deck (I know I know.. Valve and 3) But I am a total sucker for OLED and higher refresh rate

[@mink85]

im a happy owner of the LCD version and dont plan to upgrade, but some of your information are incorrect. It actually is much more of a refresh, than what valve sais....To be precise, the 6 nm node, which makes it run (a bit) cooler and the 6400 MT/s ram, compared to the 5500 MT/s of the LCD. so you can expect ~5-10 % better performance. this is not going to set the world on fire, but its also not the same (like you said)

[@RDY_MNT]

@kevinkenson the arcade behind you is awesome. Took my kids. So fun!

[@hangloosetjt]

With the 512gb LCD model 25% off right now, I don’t think I can justify the OLED model for $200+ more…I’m gonna go for the LCD, I can play on my pc or connect to my tv if I want the best graphics

[@Jminty97]

I just picked up the 512gb lcd version yesterday for $250, and honestly it’s been running the games I chose to play pretty great. Only thing I would have to say that it lacks is the choice of games that are available, but I’m sure that’ll change soon. Over all it’s a great system, very impressed.

[@Watchdog20]

All games are available. it's just if they will play well with the deck

[@Jminty97]

@@Watchdog20I suppose, also just waiting for them to be optimized.

[@Watchdog20]

@@Jminty97 me too

[@sarrcc]

how for $250?

[@Jminty97]

@@sarrccOfferUp can be amazing sometimes lol

[@jprogeny7206]

I bought the oled and gave my lcd version to my brother. It is so much better and definitely worth the money, I'm honestly glad i held off on the rogue ally. The oled is worth the upgrade even if you have and lcd, just sell it and come up with the rest in my opinion 😊

[@Tenma_Gold]

I waited for the steam deck for a reason, and i bought the 256GB LCD version, then 5 months later they come with the Upgraded OLED version, this made me somehwat pissed, as they said they would not come with upgrades, i said this on another video from someone else and a random dude became angry at me and said *Oh so valve should not come with upgrades because of you* like NO thats not what i said at all or what i mean, i find it shity that they come with 1 model and say they wont upgrade and then suddenly they come with new ones, it feels a bit like you were cheated out of the newer one, as i cant just get another one as what am i suppose to do with my other steam deck.

[@TheSuperGoober]

Honestly i don't think it's worth it for me personally. I've been able to play on my Nintendo DS for hours, and i don't really care about the screen difference. I'm sure it's a good upgrade but for that price I'm good. Also, to battery i can just carry a portable power bank, or if I'm in a vehicle I'll be near a charger port, it's not much of an issue for me personally

[@defaultgordon9723]

Thank you for the video guess I'll just wait for the next steam deck that comes out before upgrading

[@ChrisKliewer]

They should make a white steam deck with like, black buttons, and black analog sticks..I bet they'd sell like hot cakes. I would've got a white one..

[@MRxRadex]

I would like to hear from you comparison of screens of 512 and 1tb version

[@dinen5000]

been trying to convince a friend to get a steam deck, but the price point wasn't achievable for them, we figured i'll sell them my 512GB for $200, and buy a 1TB OLED, which will be a win/win

[@cellowren]

Thank you! This was helpful❤️

[@davidj.9432]

When I watch a comparison video, I want to see more of the product and less of the person talking. Not trying to hate on the reviewer, just hoping to provide some honest feedback. Thanks!

[@MVIVN]

I have an o.g. 512 GB Steam Deck and I don't think I can justify getting the OLED model. I think I'll skip this OLED refresh and wait for the true Steam Deck 2, whenever that comes out.

[@stephanvormund1072]

I bought a steam deck oled last night I can’t wait. 😅

[@alexvswrld]

How do you like it?

[@theo546_]

​@@alexvswrldWe'll never know

[@alexvswrld]

@@theo546_ haha well by now I've seen enough positive reviews so it's all good.

[@bland9876]

When I first got my deck I played a game called Tomb Raider that has way better graphics than a PlayStation 1 game and that game drained my battery so fast I would be shocked if I got two hours out of it My estimate would have been an hour and a half max. That game and blood stain ritual of the night are the two games that drain my battery the most. I don't play the most demanding games. Any game I'd assume is demanding (obviously I didn't assume blood stained would be demanding) I usually end up wanting to playing on my computer so I could be wrong.

[@zoomster1612]

At this time the steam deck is my primary console since i play my games during my lunch break and play while my wife is watching her shows

[@thenative602]

For a second i really thought Noled was a new type of screen panel... Happy with my oled steam deck

[@ShadowMan64572]

Horror games are a must with this display, there's no question. Perfect black levels.

[@metallmad77]

got firstly the ROG ally z1 extreme and couldn't play a single game from my library, then bought the steam deck OLED, man this trackpad is a game changer for guys who like fps games like me, yes the ROG ally is somehow better in performance "when plugged in" but I'd swap that for the trackpad in a heartbeat lol

[@Philminator]

I have a Switch OLED, though tempted to get a Steam Deck. I want the battery life of the OLED, but the LCD screen. OLED can have burn in, which has happened on my Apple Watch, and iPhone, which is why I've switched back to LCD display.

[@gdbrosalt]

whyy????

[@c2thaj2tha71]

5:41 What feature is thiiiis???? 😮

[@theforgottenmovies3265]

I want to get a Steam Deck in the future. But I don't have so much money and everything is so expensive here in Sweden. But if I get a Steam Deck I will buy LCD.

[@basicoptimalmouse]

Depends on your TV/monitor I guess. If you have an OLED monitor or TV and you just want the Deck for portable play, the LCD version is certainly better for you value-wise.

[@CrapkinsTheBrave]

I definitely like the OLED better than the LCD model I have. I would buy it, but I would rather wait for the next generation.

[@pin00ch]

Same. Looks nice but I dont use my Deck very much and its great as is. Next gen for me. Smaller, faster etc

[@riley2476]

the battery upgrade is what sold it for me. the original steam deck was good but for me i found it barely held a charge when in sleep mode and died after like an hour playing most switch games.

[@devantetoppin7879]

My biggest gripe with my steam deck was always the screen and I even received a ton of flak for it. That LCD was a bummer man just everything looked washed out grey really was distracting at times especially if you had the higher end etched screen which made it look even worse. It's so bad that yes I would say it's worth upgrading and don't get the 1TB just the 512 and upgrade the SSD yourself. The screen is that freaking bad it's like the used an LCD screen from the year 2001. Sale your LCD deck if you can or don't still get the OLED(you can use your old deck as a dedicated docked unit or something). Do not cheap out by buying a discounted LCD model unless it's going to a kid who you know will end up destroying it. My god I can't stress this enough. Lastly, unless you spend all day gaming outside in the sun it just isn't worth the visual hit you take with the anti glare screen imo. I don't know of anyone who won't at least be playing in a shaded area. I'm being a bit over enthusiastic of course. If you have a Deck it does make the OLED a much harder sale and I understand everyone's financial situation is different. I just really hated that screen end rant.

[@naterod]

I don’t make as much as I used to so just up and dropping that kinda scratch is kinda a hard sale given I already have a steam deck. My friend is supposed to be buying mine though.

[@chancewindham1718]

Sell* not “sale”

[@bobowon5450]

just got one. what shocked me was how much i noticed the weight difference

[@ryane2117]

Yeah I was going to get the 64 g model . But by the time I buy an ssd and screen protector. I may as well just spend the extra $100 and get the 512gb model

[@TheSauceIsMine]

This might sound kinda dumb but should i get the lcd version since i play my pc alot more than my consoles that i have right now? I might play the steam deck when I'm on break from work or at a friend's house

[@bob23301]

I still use the original 64 gig which is still going strong almost 2 years later, BUT for £100 i grabbed a 13.3 in Oled portable monitor, and now my old 64 gig SD is a 13.3 in oled steam deck, so anyone with the original LCD SD, this is a great cheap way to get a oled SD.

[@reaperremix86]

Im looking at the steam deck 95% for emulation. With that said I assume LCD is just fine? Older systems shouldnt really NEED the OLED?

[@equinox2655]

Yes - I have the OG deck. It’s great for emulation, IMO not worth the OLED.

[@Draco9052]

Let’s talk about the incremental increase in price tiers being a trap and how you can get a better deal if you get one used. Also for a Canadian, the new oled 1tb model is nearly $900 plus tax. Also the lowest tier oled is still at least $600 Canadian plus tax

[@DarrinLin]

you should talk about the issue with headphone jack having a lot of hiss and static noise.

[@Guitario666]

I was thinking about upgrading... so i booted up my SD to update it and with the Vibrant plugin, i was surprised how good it looked.

[@rundown132]

3.3.5 makes the LCD Look really good lol. No need for OLED

[@Guitario666]

I agree. If you look at the 2 screens beside each other, obviously oled is better. But on its own, it's awesome with that update.

[@TheL1arL1ar]

@@rundown132truly the lcd is fine…but I couldn’t resist…plus now my teenage son has got-his own steam deck.

[@Guitario666]

@@TheL1arL1ar I don't blame you

[@Isaypreach]

How can I get this update? Or check to see if I have it

[@Duneek]

Kinda regretting that I bought the LCD on Saturday because I didn't know the OLED was a thing. I'm more of a console gamer though, this is just to play while I'm on planes or in hotels.

[@suitablerobot9333]

As someone who the steam deck first year not really any regrets on my side.

[@martinpluck1052]

I come here to see your comparison, but why are you trying to sell one for 3x the cost of the steam website?

[@steeel]

I own the LCD and have a new OLED. OLED screen is amazing!. Worth it,.

[@dacook1987]

The group of you trying to sell and get the OLED what route are you taking to sell it? Swappa?

[@blade8424]

Which one will let you play outside on your porch? I know if you go OLED You can play outside and see the screens better. Same as the Switch OLED. But just curious how the screens work. Thanks. :)

[@itranscendencei7964]

Saying that there is no performance difference between the LCD and OLED versions is pretty disingenuous. The APU went from 7nm -> 6nm, so power efficiency is much better and allows for the fans that have also been upgraded to not run high of an RPM while also letting the clock speeds boost higher. The performance *target* has not changed, but that doesn't mean that there isn't a little more performamce to be had. I've gotten a noticeable, however not always significant, amount of better performance across the board and so has just about everyone else who didn't completely lose the silicon lottery.

[@GreggyAck]

I would say it’s enough of a boost to mention. I like being able to enable the odd setting that would have sent me below my preferred framerate on the LCD.

[@morpheusone7755]

I've got the original 64gb £330 model stuck an eched screen cover £10 an a 1tb drive inside £100

[@a504211]

20年沒玩掌機小時候只玩過gameboy的我買了steam deck oled,對於科技的進步感到驚艷❤

[@AQDuck]

I can definitely see HDR overrides being added to Proton now that HDR on Linux is a reality.

[@HearMeLearn]

I wish more people would know and mention that even though the LCD deck is listed as being 400 nits, it regularly tests at over 500 so the higher oled brightness isn't really that relevant in sdr content

[@alexh7513]

It is more than 400 nits, but not over 500. It's 450 nits. 600 nits is not a lot more but it's noticeable. Also it has HDR with up to 1000 nits and the lcd version doesn't have it. So in case of the brightness the oled version is a lot better. But if you only play SDR indoor with low dimming light environment than the brightness is not that import.

[@EdwardSinclair]

You would use it docked if for instance you are at the hotel after meetings or a long trip and have access to a monitor or TV, otherwise it would be handheld on plane or train/bus or odd long car trip...

[@agent5758]

personally its not worth it to me, I can get almost any game to run good with powertools and the built in settings to tweak the deck. I've never been much of a graphics snob I prefer performance and gameplay over graphics any day. the lcd is still great hardware but if you're not a very techy guy and you want games to work right out the box you're better off getting the oled model and not worrying about tweaking settings. I'm holding onto the lcd model until a SD2 drops. not trying to bash on the oled, if you have it and love it good for you, but again the lcd model is still very relevant imo.

[@lllllll5990]

The more I see videos of it the more I kinda wanna get the oled despite having the og deck but since i play docked often I think I’m ok especially since there’s no performance increases

[@Narinjas]

I really hope they give us on the 20 years Portal anniversary (2027), Alongside a Deck portal game, a limited (to 20k units) and upgraded Steam Deck with the Poeral accents, and the smoke clear case.

[@Narinjas]

This time, white smoke clear case, to fit with the Portal Theme.

[@_-7310]

Couldnt you just add a new screen and battery into the LDC model and make it the same as the OLED version and get the same or similar benefits?

[@Aethelbeorn]

I have both. I have my son use the first gen and play Minecraft Java using a Create modpack. I notice the OLED giving me a ~10 hour runtume and operates way cooler while OG has a ~6 hour runtume and feels toasty. Both run very well and recommend either device especially since ive seen the 512GB going around $300 in Marketplace.

[@galepereyra]

Is the casing the same? because I'm planning to buy OLED soon and I still have the LCD

[@armored-clown]

512gb OLED with the glossy screen is the move to make. The 1TB OLED with the etched glass really takes away from the point of OLED and HDR having a matted screen

[@RichieLanderos]

Most people use a screen protector anyways a $7 screen will make it glossy

[@cambatson8740]

@@RichieLanderosetched screens are always gonna have slightly muted colours, putting a glossy protector over it will just mute it further

[@RichieLanderos]

@@cambatson8740 that’s so wrong😂😂😂 look up videos or forums on that

[@zombos22222]

This sounds all great but whats left when the steamdeck is just docked? Its great for new buyer but for steamdeckuser its a very expensive way to upgrade for this little improvement.

[@chrisbrown-lx7qz]

im thinkin about upgradin my steam deck LCD 256GB to a 1TB steam deck oled model that if I can stop buyin and smokin recreational marijuana 😄

[@Gam1ngX-official]

I have enough money to buy the phasing-out 64 gig, but i want the oled model. Should i buy the 64 gig and just use an SD card for my games, or should I save for the OLED 512 Gig model?

[@rayzgaming6688]

Save for OLED 512gb, but if you’re saving money then u can buy 64gb and upgrade to 1tb ssd. You’ll get cheaper price with bigger storage

[@anielrivera7977]

i have the original and just ordered the oled love the handheld market

[@ruggerprogavlar8866]

Mine was due to arrive friday , i requested them to leave it at the post office as i was working and wasnt home , they ignored me went to my house and they dropped it back to the depot center because i wasnt in . I was fucking raging lol😂 got to wait until monday now but im out again , they best fucking drop it at the post office this time.

[@REAL-UNKNOWN-SHINOBI]

Is it really worth it to spend hundreds of more dollars on the same hardware except for OLED and a slightly bigger battery? They should have made the battery and outlet screen optional upgrades to the original instead of re-releasing the exact same damn hardware again.

[@lamont1901]

So is the oled hot asf too? 😂 he said the old one wasn’t bad which is crazyyyyy lol that thing is dangerous if u sit it on the bed and run downstairs

[@upsidedownmachiatto2670]

In terms of memory, I'm not sure I'm understanding it correctly. Can I just get the 512 and put an Sd card to save my other games? But what SD Card would be good? Coz I really am sold on the Deck instead of the Legion GO but I'm debating against the 1TB and 512GB. I'm not particularly crazy for the unique case and anti-glare but the storage is my concern.

[@f.ferenc88]

Pro: -pretty OLED uwuwu 0.4 inch bigger screen ......................... Con: -You will play while plugged anyways 90% of the time. -90% games will be under 60 fps anyways, have fun with 90hz menu scrolling -150$ more expensive.

[@andrewl1396]

you're confused, go to bed

[@Graymage69420]

If I just want something to be able to play pc games in general as well as emulate mostly docked, should I get a steam deck or just a laptop?

[@theoldblood3804]

I cant justify spending over 500 on a handheld. 3-4 Seems about right. I have a 512gb lcd on the way right now and i think im ok with it.

[@WheeledHamster]

Is this even a question any more? It's a YES!

[@schalachi]

I don't understand why this didn't come oled in the first place

[@paulmustermann7068]

"Upgrading" this... "upgrading" that... Buying a new device for even more money is not "upgrading".

[@BASSstarlet]

Guys, the 512GB OLED you think has a "handicap"? Is it worth ? Also can external memory be used??