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Steam Decks 10% Off: 64GB eMMC $359, 256GB NVMe SSD $476, 512GB NVMe SSD

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Update: This extremely popular deal is still available through March 23rd at 10am Pacific.

Steam is offering 10% Off Steam Decks. Shipping is free.

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  • 512GB NVMe SSD $584.10
    • Fastest storage
    • Premium anti-glare etched glass
    • Exclusive carrying case
    • Exclusive Steam Community profile bundle
    • Exclusive virtual keyboard theme
    • Expected Delivery Date: 1-2 weeks
  • 256GB NVMe SSD $476.10
    • Faster storage
    • Carrying case
    • Exclusive Steam Community profile bundle
    • Expected Delivery Date: 1-2 weeks
  • 64GB eMMC $359.10
    • Carrying Case
    • Expected Delivery Date: 1-2 weeks
About this Item:
  • Portability meets power. We partnered with AMD to create Steam Deck's custom APU, optimized for handheld gaming. It is a Zen 2 + RDNA 2 powerhouse, delivering more than enough performance to run the latest AAA games in a very efficient power envelope.
  • Your Steam Library, anywhere. Once you've logged into Steam Deck, your entire Steam Library shows up, just like any other PC. You'll also see the compatibility rating of each game, indicating the kind of experience you can expect when playing. You can dynamically filter any view in your library by compatibility rating if you're looking for specific sorts of experiences.
  • Control with comfort. The Steam Deck was built for extended play sessions—whether you're using thumbsticks or trackpads—with full-size controls positioned perfectly within your reach. The rear of the device is sculpted to comfortably fit a wide range of hand sizes.

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Written by SubZero5 | Staff
  • About this Deal:
    • Steam Deck is 10% off until the end of the Steam Spring Sale on March 23rd at 10am Pacific.
  • About this Store:

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Update: This extremely popular deal is still available through March 23rd at 10am Pacific.

Steam is offering 10% Off Steam Decks. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Deal Editor slickdewmaster for finding this deal
  • 512GB NVMe SSD $584.10
    • Fastest storage
    • Premium anti-glare etched glass
    • Exclusive carrying case
    • Exclusive Steam Community profile bundle
    • Exclusive virtual keyboard theme
    • Expected Delivery Date: 1-2 weeks
  • 256GB NVMe SSD $476.10
    • Faster storage
    • Carrying case
    • Exclusive Steam Community profile bundle
    • Expected Delivery Date: 1-2 weeks
  • 64GB eMMC $359.10
    • Carrying Case
    • Expected Delivery Date: 1-2 weeks
About this Item:
  • Portability meets power. We partnered with AMD to create Steam Deck's custom APU, optimized for handheld gaming. It is a Zen 2 + RDNA 2 powerhouse, delivering more than enough performance to run the latest AAA games in a very efficient power envelope.
  • Your Steam Library, anywhere. Once you've logged into Steam Deck, your entire Steam Library shows up, just like any other PC. You'll also see the compatibility rating of each game, indicating the kind of experience you can expect when playing. You can dynamically filter any view in your library by compatibility rating if you're looking for specific sorts of experiences.
  • Control with comfort. The Steam Deck was built for extended play sessions—whether you're using thumbsticks or trackpads—with full-size controls positioned perfectly within your reach. The rear of the device is sculpted to comfortably fit a wide range of hand sizes.

Editor's Notes

Written by SubZero5 | Staff
  • About this Deal:
    • Steam Deck is 10% off until the end of the Steam Spring Sale on March 23rd at 10am Pacific.
  • About this Store:

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BigTed00
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Steam Deck is without a doubt the best tech purchase I've made in a long time.

If you are somewhat tech savvy I recommend the 64GB model paired with a 512GB or 1TB micro SD card. You can always upgrade the internal SSD if necessary. The issue with the 64GB is shaders must be stored on internal drive, not SD card, so between the OS and shaders the drive fills up fast.

If you don't feel like messing with opening the deck up, go for the 256GB model paired with a 1TB micro SD card.

The 512GB model only worth it for anti glare screen if you feel like you'll be playing it often outside.

Some must have programs for deck:

Decky loader - plugin manager for themes, power tools, and much more

EmuDeck- old school games emulation

Steam Rom Manager - adds your emulation game to steam, categorized by system with full game box and cover art

I also highly recommended a 45w power bank, the decks biggest weakness is battery life, you'll want a battery pack for travel

Be aware not all games run out of the box. Some require tweaking or custom proton versions to run properly.

ProtonDB.com lists game compatibility for all games and is a great resource, it's also a plug-in for decky
slick5150
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It has not. The company has stated very recently there is not a new version coming anytime soon. Stop spreading BS
ThatCoolDude
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There is only one m.2 slot so you'll remove the 64gb ssd and change it with a 1tb ssd. There are walkthroughs on youtube and from Valve on how to replace it.

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Mar 20, 2023 07:30 PM
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oleveloMar 20, 2023 07:30 PM
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As to why they're not widely available (2230) is that there's not many applications for them. Most devices can take 2242 or 2280 which don't need to crowd the electronics and can have better heat dissipation. Basically just a small market for them...it used to be much smaller before the Steam Deck came out!
Mar 20, 2023 07:57 PM
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GuyinNYMar 20, 2023 07:57 PM
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Does anyone know how steam ships these? Ie: via usps, FedEx, or ups? Nyc here
Mar 20, 2023 08:08 PM
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CoolStew6760Mar 20, 2023 08:08 PM
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Breaking my hairs on whether I need a 1tb or 2tb SSD.. I plan on installing 30+ games including AAA titles and I am not planning to remove or delete any games. Will 1 tb not be enough eventually? I might install emulators or even windows

I can get a 1 tb for $80 shipped or 2 tb for $173 shipped from Ali). Should I splurge the extra $93 for a 2tb? (I noticed microSD cards can get expensive too so I'm not planning to buy any - I'd rather put that cash into a the SSD at the beginning)
Mar 20, 2023 08:08 PM
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oobis2Mar 20, 2023 08:08 PM
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Quote from NYCGuy000 :
Does anyone know how steam ships these? Ie: via usps, FedEx, or ups? Nyc here
Mine shipped fedex but I live in Washington
Mar 20, 2023 08:13 PM
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CoolStew6760Mar 20, 2023 08:13 PM
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Quote from NYCGuy000 :
Does anyone know how steam ships these? Ie: via usps, FedEx, or ups? Nyc here
Mines UPS ground from Hodgkins, IL to Massachusetts
Mar 20, 2023 08:35 PM
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BazoogamooshMar 20, 2023 08:35 PM
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Quote from randomchaos :
Yes, it should be legit. AliExpress is a site that ships from different China businesses/stores/suppliers.

You can search for drives on AliExpress to see what's cheapest. Samsung PM991a, WD SN740, or WD SN530.

I got a 1TB Samsung drive for $69. From my understanding, the steam deck is gen 3 only anyways, so just get whichever drive is cheapest in the size you'd like.

They have sizes up to 2TB.
Thanks, it looks like Aliexpress is the way, any other suggestions would be appreciated, I am leaning towards this and a 256GB microSD unless a 512GB goes on sale here on SD...
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Mar 20, 2023 08:37 PM
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Jaggsta
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Mar 20, 2023 08:37 PM
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Quote from NYCGuy000 :
Does anyone know how steam ships these? Ie: via usps, FedEx, or ups? Nyc here
Fedex or UPS since hire Third Party Drivers stole steam decks last year because Steam was using factory packaging that says Steam Deck. Hopefully they updated the packaging.

https://steamcommunity.com/app/16...379529382/
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Mar 20, 2023 08:45 PM
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Mar 20, 2023 08:45 PM
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Quote from CoolStew6760 :
Breaking my hairs on whether I need a 1tb or 2tb SSD.. I plan on installing 30+ games including AAA titles and I am not planning to remove or delete any games. Will 1 tb not be enough eventually? I might install emulators or even windows

I can get a 1 tb for $80 shipped or 2 tb for $173 shipped from Ali). Should I splurge the extra $93 for a 2tb? (I noticed microSD cards can get expensive too so I'm not planning to buy any - I'd rather put that cash into a the SSD at the beginning)
I wouldn't buy any SSD from Ali it could be fake drive with fake firmware showing 1-2TB but only 120GB model.

You also need USB C Flash drive to recover the Steam OS
Mar 20, 2023 08:50 PM
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BazoogamooshMar 20, 2023 08:50 PM
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Quote from Jaggsta :
I wouldn't buy any SSD from Ali it could be fake drive with fake firmware showing 1-2TB but only 120GB model.

You also need USB C Flash drive to recover the Steam OS
Apparently SDers are doing it, since HD are sourced from China, just look for a seller and go to reviews and confirm that user reviews states it is 1TB, thats what I would do
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Mar 20, 2023 08:59 PM
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Mar 20, 2023 08:59 PM
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Quote from Bazoogamoosh :
Thanks, it looks like Aliexpress is the way, any other suggestions would be appreciated, I am leaning towards this and a 256GB microSD unless a 512GB goes on sale here on SD...
512GB EVO microsd is $39.99 works in steam deck according to amazon reviews.

https://slickdeals.net/f/16509286-512gb-samsung-evo-select-uhs-1-a2-v30-microsdxc-memory-card-40-free-shipping
Mar 20, 2023 09:35 PM
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BazoogamooshMar 20, 2023 09:35 PM
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Any Steam Deck accessories that make it better, perhaps grips for the back? Better wiring? Housing? Suggestions?
Mar 20, 2023 09:48 PM
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wangcho78Mar 20, 2023 09:48 PM
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Quote from Bazoogamoosh :
Any Steam Deck accessories that make it better, perhaps grips for the back? Better wiring? Housing? Suggestions?
Just a case, screen protector, and thunderbolt 3 connector.
Mar 20, 2023 09:49 PM
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BazoogamooshMar 20, 2023 09:49 PM
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Quote from wangcho78 :
Just a case, screen protector, and thunderbolt 3 connector.
You think getting one of those case with grips, will make it more economic?
Mar 20, 2023 09:50 PM
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wangcho78Mar 20, 2023 09:50 PM
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Quote from CoolStew6760 :
Breaking my hairs on whether I need a 1tb or 2tb SSD.. I plan on installing 30+ games including AAA titles and I am not planning to remove or delete any games. Will 1 tb not be enough eventually? I might install emulators or even windows

I can get a 1 tb for $80 shipped or 2 tb for $173 shipped from Ali). Should I splurge the extra $93 for a 2tb? (I noticed microSD cards can get expensive too so I'm not planning to buy any - I'd rather put that cash into a the SSD at the beginning)
I get 2tb and not waste another minute thinking about it
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Mar 20, 2023 09:52 PM
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wangcho78Mar 20, 2023 09:52 PM
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Quote from Bazoogamoosh :
You think getting one of those case with grips, will make it more economic?
Its pretty damn heavy. Not even sure case can protect it but I would still put on it. I didnt get for better grip.

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