The Steam Deck OLED is BETTER than Nintendo Switch OLED?

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0:00 - Intro
0:53 - Unboxing
4:50 - Download Time Comparison
5:34 - Battery Life
6:14 - The OLED Screen
6:50 - NEW Steam Deck VS OLD Steam Deck
9:57 - All Improved Specs
11:00 - Better Speakers
11:24 - Final Thoughts
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[@BeatEmUps]

OH YEAH, and they double the SSD space. I have the 1tb model! 😍 GamerSupps ➤ gamersupps.gg/Beatemups ➤ USE CODE BEATEMUPS for 10% OFF! | My Steam Deck OLED Grip Cover ➤www.satisfye.com/products/stylthgrip ➤ USE CODE BEATEMUPS 10% OFF

[@diuran1919]

You should dim your lights or better turn off because it is too bright to show that OLED Screen.

[@Nucleosynthese]

It's amazing. Apparently, the battery life is also up to 50% longer thanks to the new chip that uses less power and a slightly larger battery.

[@MikeHawk-pf3mg]

I just get a steam deck

[@diuran1919]

@@MikeHawk-pf3mg that's it, good. You know what you want, good.

[@Jetsfan0786]

@BeatEmUps what's your Ranking List between the handhelds (Switich,Ally,Steamdeck, and Legion Go) ? Mine would go Ally, Steamdeck, Legion, Switch. Now the only reason why the switch dropped to the end for me is mainly due to the progress made on the Switch Emulators. With those running games better than the switch there isn't a need to pick up the switch you know.

[@MichaelButlerC]

I'm just overjoyed how much success valve is having with the steam deck. Proof that you can respect gamers and still win big!

[@gargoyled_drake]

They are winning big on their moves. And i guess they saw that with their valve index. They owned the VR market with that one. Meta is soon going for the subscription based model. For their FB/Meta socials. Which means. If you want to play VR with your Quest headset, No matter which one you have. It's gonna cost you a monthly payment. Scummy as always. I'm seeing Valve taking over the gaming industry, only competing against microsoft. Who we already know won't respect gaming for what it is. But instead only wants profit after they take over. Sony and Valve are doing great right now. Though i have to admit. Sony is lacking a lot behind on games lately. I'm not even sure if PS5 has any games that is only for the PS5 yet ??? (But their new VR looks to be pretty cool as well) Valve if you like customizing, modding and just freedom in general to mess around with stuff. Sony if you find it annoying and just want to play games and have everything handled for you at the cost of freedom.

[@MichaelButlerC]

@@gargoyled_drake oh my god the Facebook/Quest thing is horrendous. Wood's own account got hacked a while back, and subsequently banned, and he hasn't been able to recover it. Meaning he couldn't even access or use his Quest 3!! what a nightmare (not sure if he got it back finally). The future of gaming is bleak, if not for Valve to be honest.

[@RachelXKnight666]

“Respect gamers” LMFAO. I’m in Australia and Gabe literally promised the steam deck would next be officially available for Australia and New Zealand and instead they made preorders available in Asia. That’s not respecting gamers 😂😂😂

[@jcc4543]

Sell it world wide idk what's stopping them.

[@RachelXKnight666]

@@jcc4543 the fact that the oled version is coming out when the original version still isn’t available in a lot of places is a slap in the face

[@paulharrison8379]

For me the huge advantage of the steam deck over the switch is the fact that I have already bought 800 steam games and so would never need to buy a new game for the steam deck. If I rebought the 50 or so steam games that I own that are also available for the switch then this would cost me £1,000.

[@gargoyled_drake]

For me the advantage over the nintendo, is that valve isn't gonna ban me for installing additional software. It's not locked. It's sold to me to be my hardware that i can use as i see fit. And besides that. I can watch movies on it, straight from a browser. I can watch youtube and jump straight to another web site as i see fit. The switch is lacking so many features it's literally been collecting dust since i got the steam deck. Even my kids don't use the Switch. Not even when i try and pump them up for playing some nintendo. They simply aren't interested in a console that can and will not play their favorit games. (fortnite etc. And yes. You can play fortnite on the steam deck. You just play it through a browser, the delay of playing cloud games is not noticable as long as your internet speed on the deck is at least 30/30 mbps)

[@arcadeportal32]

@@gargoyled_drake I very much like this too, it doesn't have a SUPER walled experience like Xbox, PS, or Switch... yet is also has an operating system that feels like your playing on a Switch. But, if you want a full desktop experience, it can also provide and gives you a FULL Linux based desktop. It is kind of the best of both worlds, very user serviceable and a very surprising amount of 3rd party addons and parts. I still like you can actually replace/upgrade the main SSD drive if it dies "something you can't do yourself in any of the main three systems Xbox, PS5 or Switch, all software locked & soldered to the board". I think you can remove the one on the Xbox X, but it is 100% custom and software locked.

[@trashman8080]

​@@gargoyled_drakei think someone got fortnite android to work via waydroid

[@dannyboylan5926]

​@@gargoyled_drakeQuestion. I've been extremely interested in buying the deck, especially now with the Oled. Is it hard to get all the extras you are talking about? Web browser, KZbin, etc. Also would love to be able to play PC GamePass on it. Is that even possible? Did you need a PC to download stuff then transfer over or can you do it all straight from the deck? thanks for any info/tips!!

[@summers01]

​@@dannyboylan5926the steam deck runs a linux skin but you are able to completely switch OS's entirely and yes you can do anything your desktop can

[@biguy223]

Its crazy how Nintento charged 50 bucks more for the OLED model and people just accepted it meanwhile Valve did one of the most pro consumer things i've ever seen

[@Gramini]

Didn't the OLED Switch also double the storage? Although going from 32 GB to 64 GB ist still kinda pathetic.

[@MrMark1]

if their positions were swapped around then they would also do the same. It would be mad for a poor selling console to charge even more..

[@Thornskade]

@@MrMark1 It's not selling poor. For a device in the PC space, with several dozens of other handhelds, laptops and tons of desktops that all play the same games, it's selling extremely well.

[@rizaldy691]

It's basically handheld pc, if they put the same increase price like switch it's not going to sell

[@Thornskade]

@@rizaldy691 It likely would still sell but it seems Valve wants to keep their good image and just make awesome things. From interviews it sounds like the main reason the Steam Deck even exists is because Gabe Newell always wanted to have a device like that.

[@architdewan6717]

Valve just did what Nintendo and Sony would never, improve everything about the steamdeck while keeping the price The EXACT SAME

[@isaiahbriggs2093]

Technically lower because they upgraded storage 256 is now the 64s price 1tb is the 512 price

[@pinguman13]

But you need $550 for the OLED. $400 gets you a base model SteamDeck

[@thestorminmormin1442]

This is actually not true. The price is +150$ for the OLED version.

[@bnr32jason]

You guys saying it's more expensive you have to compare similar models. The 512GB OLED is not more expensive than the 512GB LCD was (before the price drop that is).

[@Saif0412]

​@@thestorminmormin1442not sure which country your referring to, but in UK, the 1TB version of the the Steam Deck is cheaper than the 512gb original version. Not seen any manufacturer improve and increase internal SSD size and charge less than the older model at release.

[@AmandasRoseBud]

I already have my steam deck and it's been amazing so I have no reason to get the OLED model. But I will say, seeing that Valve still improves on the steam deck makes me really happy. I want Valve to continue to support it for many years to come.

[@PocketPixelPortablePower]

I’m giving my OG to my fiance. She plays the sims like it’s her job.

[@h.serafin1489]

With how well they did on the Steamdeck OLED I'm extremely excited for Steamdeck Gen 2!

[@jase276]

I also already have a steam deck but that 1 TB SSD model hurts. My 512 GB one is already almost full because of the shader cache folder..

[@AmandasRoseBud]

@@jase276 it’s incredibly easy to upgrade the ssd and even just add a 1tb micro sd card for way cheaper

[@PocketPixelPortablePower]

@@jase276 I have 2tb on my 256 deck with a western digital 2 tb ssd. I will just swap it out on the oled.

[@claymcgranahan]

Ever so slight correction, the new oled doesn't have more ram (still 16 gigs) just faster ram (6400mt/s instead of 5500mt/s)

[@1gta4gta]

Just stupid

[@b.b.s7545]

Doesn't need more ram

[@ehenningsen]

​@b.b.s7545 yeah. They have the resolution at 800p which is basically 4k at the size of the handheld. Meaning more than 16GB of RAM isn't going to solve anything. Next version should see an increase🎉

[@mannygarcia3217]

Honestly Nintendo is kinda lacking right now

[@Nathan-is7li]

They’ve been lacking for 3 years

[@IDK3679.]

It's kinda crazy that you think they are lacking NOW.

[@Rulez198]

They’ve been lacking since snes to be honest

[@stevesquick92]

Erm… not sure what planet you’re on… but they have too many bangers to count lol. Whatever helps you sleep though. 👍🏼

[@Nathan-is7li]

@@stevesquick92 I can count the bangers on two hands over 5 years…but, whatever helps you sleep at night

[@phortheman]

Its also awesome how they even increased the storage for the different tiers on top of everything else! I'm thinking about getting one and selling my old model because this solved every little complaint I had with the original!

[@gargoyled_drake]

I had the same exact thought. But then i thought. The new steam deck isn't even that pricy. Might as well keep the old one for Retro Gaming and tinkering

[@Ridku13]

The only bad thing is that the 512 oled model apparently doesn't come with a case

[@blackopz6760]

Worst case just sell it later, I'm gonna pick the OLED Steam Deck up but I'm A Nintendo Switch lover so that will be my first Deck although I have huge library on steam so It's gonna be good@@gargoyled_drake

[@JDabz96]

​​​@@Ridku13lmao, they all come in a case... literally shipped in it. What you said Is false information

[@lezzard]

@@Ridku13 all models come with a case. The highest tier model has a special case with removable liner.

[@gp63]

For me the Steam Deck( and the me-too devices that have come out since) are the most interesting pieces of gaming tech in the last 5 years. I already have a Steam Deck so I'm content to wait until a true Deck '2", but I've had enough fun with my current model that I can't even be bothered grabbing a PS5 or Xbox series.

[@chrislaustin]

This refresh is absolute insanity, and if they did this much for a 1.5 upgrade, the Steam Deck 2 is going to be God Tier. I actually kept putting off getting my Deck not because I didn't want one, but things kept coming up that forced me wait. Now I'm so glad I never jumped in, as this is the perfect time, and it's doubtful we'll get another refresh before the SD2. And Valve has already said that's years away, so this should be good until then. The pricing is also great, as the two new OLED models pretty much take over the middle and top tier of the OG deck with OLED and better memory sizes. So not only did Valve offer a better device in everyway possible, you get all that for the same prices as before, this is just nuts(in the best ways possible).

[@Rokabur]

I wouldn't expect an announcement of a SD2 til probably 2025 with a launch in 2026.

[@ZyklonBeast12]

Honestly this just made me even more stoked for the Deck 2. Totally worth the wait if your deck is only a year or two old

[@h.serafin1489]

Wood's final thoughts sums up my own personal experience perfectly, my switch was the reason I got back into gaming, and my steamdeck is the reason I continue to game today! The switch was (and still is) an amazing console when it first came out. Breath of the Wild revitalized my long lost love for gaming, and I figured as a casual gamer that's the only console I would need. I was also always a handheld gamer growing up (Gameboy Advance SP, nintendo DS, PSP, etc) so it felt like a waste of money to buy a PC or stationary console. But as time went on, the switch's specs couldn't keep up and I felt like I was missing out on so many new games...in comes the Steamdeck. Every AAA title of the past 3 years or so I've been able to play portably! Elden Ring, FF7:Remake, God of War, Cyberpunk 2077, Lies of P, Armored Core 6, even COD: MW2 and Destiny 2 with a little Windows elbow grease! And then I still have my switch for those sweet first party exclusives like Super Mario Wonder and Tears of the Kingdom! The Switch & Steamdeck is a double threat and they compliment each other so well. You really don't need anything else if you're a gamer coming from just a switch or an older console generation!

[@rusty8311]

I currently have a switch, ps5 and Xbox. I enjoy using the switch the most for similar reasons as you (time and tv being taken up). I’ve already wanted to get into PC gaming, and now this is making me go for it even more with a nice OLED handheld to go with it. Plus PC will let me get even more use out Game Pass Ultimate!

[@sinom]

The APU is more efficient but it also has faster RAM which helps with framerate stability

[@anro_gaming]

valve effort for a "just refresh" is no joke, it's not only a mere better screen

[@RoxasHyuga14]

Thanks for testing the case, I was wondering if the same accesories could be used.

[@kaiichinose9590]

Hey BeatEmUps, could you possibly do a side by side comparing the etched antiglare steamdeck Oled vs the steam deck full gloss Oled. I feel like anti glare displays esp on Oled take away and mute colors. Dave 2 D did a small demo in his video just by placing a screen protector over the antiglare and it seems extremely noticeable.

[@thecivilizedgamer2533]

For a detailed look under the hood at what changed from the last model, Gamers Nexus has a good teardown video

[@mick1598]

So cool you got a unit, so far Bob has been quite about the new steam deck wonder if he received one as well.

[@laughyourashevilleoff2546]

I see so many grainy, out of focus videos on KZbin that claim to be "4K" that it really makes me appreciate the production quality on this channel. From the first frame I audibly said "Whoah!" because it was actual good 4K footage that was in focus. Nicely done, Wood!

[@TheyLuvAnxyy]

Alright bud let's be real you did not audibly say anything

[@benpregent]

Your Steam Deck videos are the best.I follow other KZbinrs for the more technical aspects but your excitement for the device really comes through and feels genuine. Have a good one!

[@daviddamasceno6063]

Great review, Wood! I just wish Valve had sent me one as well...

[@KoolMeester2]

This isn’t even only a console, this can also be used as a desktop!

[@JustANerdyGal]

You're CRANKING out videos these days, I'm loving it!

[@Precise_Ant76]

This steam deck refresh has gotten me super excited and is making reeealllyyyy consider getting one!

[@Francis90sss]

Congratulations Valve this is a masterpiece specially for the prices!!! I just sold my LCD version and ordered the OLED, it should arrive soon. I CANNOT WAIT🎊 🎉

[@pinatadonkey5934]

I was so impressed with this sudden reveal, I sold my 256gb LCD Deck and went with the 1tb LE. I’m so excited to see the screen on this thing. Let me see those Sea of Stars characters pop! 😂

[@blazehawk3410]

Thanks for the information have a awsome day wood

[@GTL05]

Just bought mine, and I came back to watch this to refresh my memory of what you said. I can't wait till it gets here.

[@Smuglicense9359]

I just bought an lcd 512 gig deck for 360 bucks and I am super excited to get it

[@Nucleosynthese]

It's so cool that we now also get Xbox and Playstation exlusives on steam!

[@lennymarinez]

Wood this video did it for me after all my research. Was gonna buy my first deck on OfferUp used and I finally decided to get the 512 oled. Thx a lot for your content.

[@verg4469_]

ordered mine. im so stoked. i love my current deck soooo much

[@Enby_Benji]

If I had money, the steamdeck would be my go-to. It seems amazing. I love that it's not locked down and I'd likely (hopefully?) be able to access my PC gamepass on it.

[@MedalionDS9]

This revision may be the one that finally gets me to bite on the Steam Deck train... but I was kinda leaning towards a Legion Go but OLED is OLED

[@stephenbochenek6767]

Pretty sure the labels are switched on the side by side comparison. Great video!

[@UncommonTrip]

Im about to buy the 500 gb version (non oled) with my freind and cant wait to get it. I was wondering if youre going to put the 2tb mini ssd in the oled? Also those swappable Holo sticks are a want.

[@leelanzini]

Well done Valve! They really delivered with this! Im definitely planning to get this OLED Steam Deck!

[@Misfitstein]

Am I color blind or something but the color looks like orange not red.

[@qquack1950]

I’m not colour blind but it still looks orange to me as well

[@mexyo539]

That's definitely orange, not red 😂😅

[@michaelmyersplays4992]

Damn bruh you color blind get that checked asap

[@michaelmyersplays4992]

@@qquack1950you need ur eyes checked man

[@quintenschwander102]

another solid video wood good job!!

[@LouieC]

My man is uploading in 4k recently. I see you Wood.

[@Wileytiger-el6pu]

The more reason switch 2 needs to come with an oled version; otherwise I’ll hold out until they do. Doesn’t make sense going back to lcd

[@MrMark1]

the majority of people don't care for these things. half of people in America don't even have a 4K TV. even less of them have an OLED one.

[@Wileytiger-el6pu]

@@MrMark1 we aren’t talking about the general population. We are talking about gamers who like better technology.

[@MrMark1]

@@Wileytiger-el6pu the majority of gamers are casual players who do come under that

[@Sitskier123]

It’s great to see that the steam deck got improvements, but I literally bought one this summer on sale after valve made statements about not making any upgrades anytime soon… just for them to a few months later release a substantially better version. I still love the one I have but damn that hurts

[@kuhpunkt]

they didn't say that...

[@Sitskier123]

@@kuhpunkt you just didn’t see it. Look it up. Around September they made statements about it and do some research before commenting when you don’t actually know.

[@kuhpunkt]

@@Sitskier123 No, they said there won't be a proper Steam Deck 2 unless there is a generational performance leap, which is something they've said for a long long time. They never said there won't be a refresh of the Deck. On the contrary, they said they are at least looking into it to provide a better screen and battery life.

[@kuhpunkt]

@@Sitskier123 from the Verge interview from December 2022: "Valve has repeatedly confirmed that the Steam Deck is a “multi-generational product” and new versions are on the way. What will they include? When I asked Yang and Griffais for the pain points they wanted to address in a sequel, they had nearly identical answers: screen and battery life." What they said in September is not to expect a faster Deck. Maybe you should do some research before making those claims.

[@gargoyled_drake]

@@kuhpunkt No, they said that if it was possible, they would love to improve the battery life, but as it is right now, there are no way that is possible without making the Steam Deck heavier, which they weren't interested in. All in all it was very unclear what they were doing. And i have to agree with @Sitskier123. They could've at least been more clear about what they were doing. But then again. That might have hurt sales. So i get why they didn't.

[@Na7ure]

It’s not the larger battery that makes the difference, don’t get me wrong they helps, but what’s doin the heavy lifting is that 6nm punch process

[@kevindawley54]

I just bought the satisfye stylth grip and it's being delivered on the 16th. I hope it's good. I also put a TB ssd in it. I'm not going to upgrade yet. But this looks really cool

[@integer0verload948]

The steam decks should be able to download from each other through the local network. Transferring games from your old steam deck to your new one should be super super fast

[@Cra3ier]

just port over the SSD and voila! haha

[@digidex4557]

Pretty sure this is already a thing. At least from a local PC to Steam Deck or vice versa. Pretty sure since the steam deck registers as a PC, this would also apply

[@christianr.5868]

​@@Cra3iereven better, switch sd cards

[@Olaus_]

It is true, it's checking out first if you have the updated versions locally, and transfer from there first. I use that feature across two computers and one Steam Deck at home.

[@anpancake]

Use desktop mode and you can do anything a PC can do

[@michaelcorcoran8768]

They've also radically lowered the prices of the old ones. You can get the 256 gigs for 399. The $350 price of entry... It's not much more expensive than like a Moto stylus.

[@hugopereira5640]

Pretty crazy I agree. Can't wait until they either go on sale, or Steam starts selling Refurbished ones. I want to get a 1TB Steam Deck 😊

[@Whoshotmyrifle]

9:23 that hair on the screen really made me feel like Spiderman

[@jacobkart8210]

Love your vids wood. I have no steam account to warrant purchasing a steam deck, doesn’t mean I can’t enjoy watching you be excited about playing yours.

[@pixelpatch]

Honestly its impressive on HOW much improvement the steam deck went through on this iteration. Also you mentionned this improvement: it charges faster. It CHARGES faster. Absolutely a game change for me in terms of only stopping home for a bit before heading out again. Also performance isnt the main thing: they APPARENTLY use the same company for their OLED as nintendo. Meaning the touch screen should be MORE accurate! Can you confirm that for us Woods? If it is the touch screen should feel similar to nintendo

[@anab0lic]

just get a power bank and you don't need to sit at home to charge it...

[@DMadHacks]

"ApPaReNtLy" lmoa no shi-tzus they are getting their OLED screens from the same company, Smasnug is virtually the only provider of these screens; even Apple uses Smasnug screens for their sheepPhones lol

[@christianr.5868]

​@@anab0licnah faster charging Is more convenient than carrying around a whole other battery pack and cable

[@anab0lic]

@@christianr.5868 power banks are tiny and are really a must have addition to owning a steam deck seeing as the battery life is so bad on it.

[@immatoll4375]

​@@christianr.5868This "faster charging" means charging from empty to 80% still takes ~70 Minutes instead of ~95 Minutes for the old steamdeck. Sure it is an improvement. Still I think it is far more convenient to carry an external powerbank, if you carry a steamdeck often outside the house than saving some charging time. I mean the internal battery equals a Anker Core 13000 which is 1/4 the sice of a steamdeck anyways. If you carry the steamdeck in a back or anything like 99% of the time it would not really bother anyways.

[@GamingMan247]

Im planning on pre ordering this next week just not sure if I should get the 1tb or 512gb model. I'm buying a 1tb sd card for all my emulation games and plan on getting some games from steam as well to put on the console

[@gargoyled_drake]

if you can afford it, get the 1Tb model. It's nice to have room for all mods and what not for your games on your main drive.

[@doggymustach4749]

Keep in mind the 1tb anti glare screen might give the oled screen less pop to it

[@Store_bought_plutonium]

yup that officially puts the nail in the coffin. the steam deck is thee best overall handheld gaming device. no other company is gonna compete with the price points and functionality of this bad boi

[@mikescriven6819]

What are your thoughts about the etched glass verse no etched glass for the oled look?

[@hoylematt1]

Can you answer the burning question we all have? Does the etched glass lower the clarity of the OLED. As someone who loves the switch OLED which doesn’t have that etched glass, I’m debating getting the middle steam deck OLED without the etched glass. Thanks!

[@spoiler9112]

I've read that some people prefer the middle tier SD because the etched glass appears to reduce image sharpness.

[@Xenado22]

Wood has those connections

[@rayproductionsbackupchanne3862]

hello sir would it be possible to get some photos of the bios menu's and their options? have their design changed. what options is there?

[@sunpi]

i NEED it.

[@andreabriglia8141]

The reason God of War is having issues with frameskips in because the old steam deck is running (probably) SteamOS 3.4.11, while OLED Steam Deck has the new update 3.5 that improves cpu usage, has newer kernel, drivers and the new RADV pipeline enabled. They probably perform within margin of error.

[@pinguman13]

Also the memory is faster on the OLED model.

[@artbyddp]

It's the RAM speeds.

[@denisruskin348]

BTW, if you want the most pristine OLED experience. I would advise for actually getting the 512GB model, as that one has a glossy screen and OLEDs LOVE THOSE. Sure, if you want that ssweet 1TB and better experience in bright environments, the matte version is better, but it sligthly crushes blacks and contrast, something so perfect with OLED screens. Your choice.

[@smeelss]

Get a glossy screen protector to fix it 12:59

[@fabolousjada5070]

I agree oled is the best for colors and vibrancy

[@Morden97]

One question: Does the antiglare coating on the 1TB model have a negative effect??

[@stu4z]

Really hope I can get my hands on the limited edition

[@MrMoogle]

I'm so excited for this! I can't use my current Steam Deck for more than 30 minutes before I start to get a terrible tension headache. It's the only screen in my house that does that to me so. 40Hz mode makes it way worse, so it's definitely related to the screen refresh rate. The launch Switch also used to give me some mild discomfort after long play sessions, but not as bad as the Steam Deck. I thought maybe it was PWM sensitivity, but the OLED Switch and my phone don't bother me, and both of those also use PWM for screen dimming. So fingers crossed the OLED Steam Deck solves my issues! I would love to be able to have a 3-4 hour gaming session in bed on my Deck!

[@shableep]

Any luck?

[@CJ-uh8bk]

This is so nice to see from Valve, me personally, I'd love to have the updated model but I can't justify buying the technically same device a year later, I'm not made of money lol

[@kuhpunkt]

yes you are stop lying

[@JAYREDD8611]

🤣@@kuhpunkt

[@lilstewy5091]

Might as well wait for the switch 2 if you’re buying later this year

[@CJ-uh8bk]

@@lilstewy5091 I could do that when it does release but it depends tbh, because if the switch 2 is less powerful then the steam deck (which it probably will be cause Nintendo games aren’t known for being graphically demanding) I could probably just emulate on the deck 😂

[@CJ-uh8bk]

@@kuhpunkt ?

[@peakzzyt6135]

Hey wood would you be willing to do a video on the quest 3 would love to hear your thoughts on the device and maybe some unique accessories for improving comfort battery life etc and maybe talking about a few of your favourite games on the system,love the content😄🙂

[@kroosbell]

Did the grip fit inside the new case?

[@mintendogaming]

I LITERALLY JUST GOT THE OG ONE A FEW MONTHS AGO lol 😅 ugh

[@dreamforger7166]

I envy you soo much atm xD I want a steam deck sp I can sit i my couch and cut trees

[@Nucleosynthese]

Cut trees? :P

[@SamPeiffer]

Love the comparison shots Wood! I have been getting into more pc gaming lately and have been using the lame steam link. Because I like playing in bed. I dont know if getting the steam deck will be worth it yet. I have other games not in steam I play but could just keep coming to my desk for those.

[@Holyblades1982]

I am kinda torn on the anti glare screen vs the other one. With OLED you kinda don't want the anti glare I feel?

[@Kaptastic7]

The anti-glare seems to reduce the benefit gained from using oled to some degree. I wanted to go for the limited edition or 1tb options originally, but guess I'll be going with the 512gb standard oled screen to avoid that.

[@TrixterCharizard]

Thats really interesting wow. I'll keep that in mind. also you can always buy a anti glare screen protector.

[@sirownzalotgaming3025]

Wouldn’t valve have thought of that when designing this unit? Hey guys the anti glare will diminish the oled effect. Let’s not do it.

[@Kaptastic7]

@@sirownzalotgaming3025 Well it’s a portable device that will also be used outside. I understand the reasoning. Most people would probably prefer to not have glare when given the option. As a techy though, I nitpick on every specification on any piece of technology I use to get the most benefit.

[@AJR352]

Agreed I’m still debating on whether it’s worth me getting since I have my switch oled but if I decide to go with it I’m definitely avoiding that etched screen and going with the 512GB glossy screen

[@Kaptastic7]

@@AJR352 Yeah, I ended up ordering the 512GB. I can upgrade the storage later and apply a matte screen protector if the screen ends up being too reflective for me.

[@LeviFrie]

Well for around 600 dollars compared to 350, i sure hope its better Lol

[@misira8256]

it is 550 actually

[@CaptainEffort]

It’s 550 compared to 530, what’re you talking about? You’re comparing the price dropped 64gb lcd version to the new 1tb OLED version. Talk about bad faith.

[@AVerySillySausage]

That's the high end model. It's £470 for a 512gb Oled Steamdeck vs £300 for Switch Oled. The lowest end 64gb Steam Deck is now at price parity as well. When you actually compare the devies, the Steam Deck is pennies in comparison. Raw price =/= value. The Steam lightyears better, much more than the price difference. Not to mention game costs. Switch Oled should be the price of the lite, it's a complete rip off in 2023.

[@architdewan6717]

@@AVerySillySausageyea the switch oled is overpriced considering they just slapped a oled screen and increased the price

[@swaggadash9017]

​@@architdewan6717plus any AAA even AA game will guarantee still be full price. They do like 10% off sales at most as well 😂

[@valacious1]

Thanks Wood, yet another device we can’t get here in Australia, a bit jelly I am.

[@FlaDechen]

I for a second thought the hair on the screen at 6:13 was actually on my screen and readily brushed it off to no avail hahahahaha

[@Nucleosynthese]

Oh man that limited edition is gorgeous!

[@kaiichinose9590]

The switch Oled was a nice update from my 2017 og one with poor battery and display. I love my switch Oled. However I did not get the og steamdeck and wanted the updates they did and I am glad I waited. What I’m pissed about is that damn Nintendo pulling that bs having an lcd display on the switch 2 as rumors are pointing too.

[@Nucleosynthese]

You won't regret buying a Deck. It has acces to the best ecosystem for games out there. Games on Steam are much cheaper and the ones bought 20 years ago (when steam released) are still playable on the latest PC's and handhelds today!

[@DanaTheInsane]

The Switch 2 will NOT have an LCD, That would be just stupid. I've had an oled for years.

[@kysierkevin]

the thing about steamdeck is that while it acts as a console it is actually a handheld pc running linux as its OS. That being said, you can emulate old gen consoles upto the nintendo switch and play your switch using the deck

[@kaiichinose9590]

@@DanaTheInsane I hope you are right because reports online are making it seem that way. Unless they release two versions like the switch 2 lite with an lcd and the switch 2 with Oled.

[@kaiichinose9590]

@@Nucleosynthese I’m sure I won’t. I have a built desktop with 4090 and I had the ally and currently have the legion go which I will shortly be returning. The only thing for steam deck is like is for me to be able to use my epic games, and games pass launchers without having to dual boot windows. But the games I will play on steam will be perfect.

[@sparkle5164]

When the Steam Deck was originally announced, my dad pre-ordered it almost immediately. His friend had also pre-ordered one, however once he got it, he ended up selling it to my dad because he couldn't afford to keep it and really needed the money. My dad gave me that SteamDeck so that we would both have one :D Sadly, me and my dad rarely use them because we mainly just use PC for gaming (and switch for me. I have the OLED one) Because of this, I most likely will not be getting the new OLED model, however it is really nice to see all of the improvements they've made! Maybe some day in the future I may just sell the one I have and get my hands on the OLED model :D

[@Rugrat]

Great review mate 😁👍

[@dynamicentry6808]

The steam Oled looks and plays great. I am raring to get one now

[@michaelmyersplays4992]

Good luck lol it’s gonna get scalped bruh

[@christianr.5868]

​@@michaelmyersplays4992I doubt it. It's not exactly a hot ticket item like a ps5. It's a LOT more niche. Anyone that tries to seriously scalp these are gonna lose a lot of money

[@michaelmyersplays4992]

@@christianr.5868 idk man the original steam deck was sold out for awhile man. Good luck tho lol

[@christianr.5868]

@@michaelmyersplays4992 was it? I just put in the pre-order and waited my turn. That was when they had less stock in general though. And that's how it was for everyone

[@jase276]

It was only sold out because it was in the middle of a global pandemic where factories couldn't make the parts needed to construct the device/console. See how now there's an overabundance of Steam Decks ready to be shipped in under a week? Like 3 days after the OLED ones dropped and guess what? They're still available. @@michaelmyersplays4992

[@SirKappy]

You didn't even talk about how they did all of this without increasing the price. Or how they doubled the storage for all 3 levels. Granted the lowest level doesn't have any of the new stuff, it's still the previous LCD model, but now with 256GB of storage (which is technically quadruple the old lowest level for storage).

[@MrMark1]

Obviously they will not up their prices when they are struggling to sell the thing as it is

[@Megaranator]

@@MrMark1 is that wy they only sold multiple milions of it?

[@kyle7447]

Omg I want one. I was waiting for the next thing since I missed out with the original steamdeck

[@MarkDavidBlack]

This is a great revision. I wish I had a reason to buy it but I don't game on the go.

[@friendlyhobo6483]

The anti-glare screen actually makes the OLED screen not look as good in real life. It mutes the colors a bit.

[@christianr.5868]

Yeah, that's why I'm getting the 512 gb model

[@digidex4557]

Adds a tiny amount of "blur" as well

[@gargoyled_drake]

OLED version is not available for plebs like us yet. So how would you know ? Any of you.

[@creaturecore13]

i had both the 512gb and 64gb og decks. The 512gb model screen with a clear screen protector looked worse then the 64gb screen with an anti glare screen protector from jsaux.

[@christianr.5868]

@@gargoyled_drake uh, reviews from people that do have it?

[@CaribbeanGamerpr]

Im thinking about an upgrade😂😂😂

[@michalovesanime]

Definitely... Im selling my old one😶

[@WetSock1]

9:23 oh my brain. That piece of hair on the screen 🫨

[@MajorSSC_Gaming]

They're focused on the user experience, that's what I love abt this compared to other handhelds.

[@MajorSSC_Gaming]

Handholds*

[@user-wk7hh6pl5w]

You’ve opened my eyes on what the problem is with gaming now. The focus is on running and looking good/well instead of focusing on it being fun

[@user-wk7hh6pl5w]

@@garrusvakarian8709 you’re a silly guy. Do you not understand how old that game is? You missed the entire point of my comment.

[@h.serafin1489]

@@user-wk7hh6pl5w So elaborate then. What current games have not focused on not being "fun"? Elden Ring? FF7:Remake? Remnant 2? Armored Core 6? Lies of P?Cyberpunk 2077 2.0 & Phantom Liberty? Hogwarts Legacy? Street Fighter 6? This year alone for gaming has been absolutely massive, probably the best the market has in years. And even then, what does your comment have to do with Valve and the Steamdeck?

[@user-wk7hh6pl5w]

@@h.serafin1489 Elden ring is an amazing example of what of what I’m talking about. The story isn’t there and it’s a reskin of every dark souls. Putting remake in front of a game fully illustrates exactly what I mean. All these examples further demonstrate what I’m talking about armored core “6”, ffremake, and cyberpunk btw came out years ago man. Wake tf up. Lies of P is another soulsclone. Bro what hill are you standing on??? It has everything to do with it. “I need a game to look good to play it” No brother, I need a game to BE GOOD to play it. Idgaf how it looks

[@JJonez_]

I get you completely. People need to read your comment properly. There is a significant focus on performance and how well a game looks compared to the actual content and gameplay for sure. Yes there has been the odd couple games such as Elden Ring that have been very fun to play but comparing it to couple years back, there is a huge drop in super fun games to play nowadays because of the focus on tech. I love how companies are improving hardware and optimising their games for this but I do miss the hype and excitement for a tonne of new titles like before. I don't know whether it will go back to how gaming was before but I cannot wait for the day that happens. :)

[@Thornskade]

I'm sorry but this comment makes zero sense. This is about hardware. Hardware isn't games. The focus is to make good hardware that games can shine on. Everything else needs to come from the games which has nothing to do with this video

[@Clarkieyt]

I will NEVER understand the thought process of putting a matte finish on an OLED screen

[@artyfitness8943]

Let’s goooo the wait was worth it!!

[@ReclaimerTyphoon]

One of Steam Deck's selling points was that you could install a normal OS/use desktop mode, plugging the thing into a dock and using it as a normal computer. The whole "you have to sit and install Windows" complaint is weak - it's not like you're installing Windows *every time you use the thing*. Also, once you do setup Windows, you then have access to the Xbox app/GamePass games, Epic Games, Minecraft Java (better Minecraft), and everything else you can run on PC (See: EVERYTHING). The only thing I wish ROG and the others had was Steam's trackpads. This is nice, though. Looking forward to Steam Deck 2, for real. Exciting times.

[@metalliholic]

Woah wait wait! The device coming out next week is better than the one that came out years ago 😱

[@CaptainEffort]

This comment would make sense if Nintendo hadn’t released an OLED version with virtually no other changes…

[@metalliholic]

@@CaptainEffort true but the OLED switch was released 2 years ago. And the OG switch was released 5 years before the original steam deck. Either way I Misread the title lol I didn’t see the question mark at the end.

[@CaptainEffort]

@@metalliholic If anything that makes it worse tho, doesn’t it? There’s a whole 3 years between the og switch and the OLED, yet Nintendo pretty much only added the new screen and called it a day. There’s only 1.5 years, literally half of what Nintendo had, between the og Deck and the Deck OLED. Yet Valve pretty much improved everything.

[@ActNasty5]

@@CaptainEffortyeah this guys logic made no sense lmao

[@metalliholic]

@@CaptainEffort I know that’s what I’m saying, why is he asking if the switch is better, when clearly the steam deck is better. Since it’s a lot newer. It’s like his title is basically saying “The PlayStation 5 BETTER than the PlayStation 4?” I’m just saying the title makes no sense.

[@Salmsonberg]

R.I.P to everyone that bought the old version (I'm one of them) :(

[@kazutophill1261]

There is no rip the old LCD is still good getting updates on a regular basis

[@Free.PaIestine]

Hey bud what case do you use for your iphone

[@nevanpeck3105]

I just replaced the ssd in my steam deck with a 2TB. Do you know if I will be able to just swap the ssds with the data on the one I have or will there be a software issue?

[@1draigon]

It’s probably the exact same display that the switch OLED used by the way! Very likely from the same manufacturer… that just shows how much valve improved and how little Nintendo did

[@Nucleosynthese]

Yeah, it's both Samsung. Though the steam deck version is 90hz

[@derbelgischefrank]

thx for videos..can we use the old stuff...dockingstation...case???????thx

[@TLDAcademy]

On the Spider-Man cut scenes…I thought the OLED was on the right and LCD was on the left. The left looked so washed out and desaturated until Wood pointed out the right was action the LCD lol.

[@vivid8979]

9:22 got tricked by that hair on the screen ngl. 🤣

[@Editname972]

I love your videos. Always my go to

[@GamingWithNeytiri]

as there's no white on the thumbsticks it makes sense for the buttons to have a darker color.

[@rekunta]

6:59 Not sure if it just doesn’t come through on a phone screen, but the LCD image here looks preferable. It’s richer and darker. There’s a white sheen over the OLED pic. Maybe that’s just HDR, but I’ve also heard the anti-glare etched glass on the 1TB model diminishes the color vibrancy of the screen.

[@davidmidcalf3470]

That's due to the anti-glare glass on the 1tb, easy fix, get the 512gb and upgrade ssd or just put a gloss screen protector on and it cancels out the anti-glare bringing the colours back to how they should be

[@MsCatz007]

I already struggled to get my steamdeck over here in New Zealand / Aus and paid an insane amount so will not be upgrading to OLED any time soon even though it would be amazing to do so. Would have been great if they actually released the console over on our side but don't think that is going to happen at all.

[@sukibisbotka]

i jus forked out $1500aud for the oled steamdeck from kogan. I feel scammed but at the same time, i dont trust resellers on ebay at all.