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

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 ❤

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).

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

Thank you! This was helpful❤️

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

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

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

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

People don't talk about the third option which is what I call half docked. I know that the steam deck doesn't have a kickstand like the switch does but my friend would use the doc and just not plug it into anything and so the inbuilt display would have the game on it then he grab a controller and play that way. That was his preferred method of playing. I wonder if the person who sold him the Deck didn't have a dock how he would have played?

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 🤷🏻‍♂️

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

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

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

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

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

why did you have one upside down during comparison shots?

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

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

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)

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

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.

Is Jsaux backplate still compatible with oled model?

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

What's the game in 6:15?

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.

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

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

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

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...

I just purchase the old model is it still good ? Can you guys let me know

Thank you for not shitting on the lcd 😊

I have a question is the reverbished models worth it from GameStop

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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?

I have the lcd 256 model but I put a tb in replacement of the 256... if I upgraded the SSD to a tb for the LCD would it still be around maybe not is the same price as the old 1tb?

I got the 512, dead pixel edition isn't available to eu

Is the screen size different?

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. :)

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.

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?

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..

I'm not sure if I should get the Steam Deck OLED or Xbox series x

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

wish valve did backlit buttons

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

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

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.

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.

i wish they wouldve went with 120hz so that the screen could still have the same benefits a 45 lock has at 50 fps and 60 fps

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.

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

Im still debating on whether to upgrade my lcd to the oled or not. I use it much more than my oc at home since most of my gaming is on the go since i travel for work. I also use it to do my schoolwork with q monitor and wireless keyboard setup lol. I also have 8 or so 100+gb games i cant keep installed all at the same time so its pretty tempting

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.

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!

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.

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.

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

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 😊

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.

I have both. Love both. og 512 sd and le oled sd

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?

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

is it looks familiar than Nintendo Switch and PlayStation Portal

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.

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.

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❤

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

How much jerad Letos bingo did u slingo

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

Got my limited edition oled love it

if i could get a good price for my deck i would upgrade

Can I just buy the lcd model and upgrade the oled screen myself later ?

I travel 300 days/year! That sweet sweet extra battery life, I upgraded 😅

the 64gb one is still avaliable and can be upgraded for pretty cheap

Can i play ps5 on it?

Playing FFXII Zodiac Sign on my Steam Deck OLED LE and its awesome! 🤤

I still have the lcd 256gb and i use it as a desktop most of the time, ocasionally i take it out to play,, for me its not worth the 500 euros upgrade just for oled and a little bit more battery since i use a 20000mha powebank attached to the back of the steam deck, i i will save and get the steam deck 2 with a new processor when is out

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.

Its mad im currently playing shadow of war on high settings and it runs 60-85 fps.

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.

No display stays until steamdeck overthrow 1080p rog ally is a steamdeck at 1080p even mmm??

LE GANG RISE UP!

Why is no one talking about the near black performance..it’s not great on my oled. Messy moire patterns - very noticeable in dark games. Sometimes worse than the lcd. (Elden ring in any cave for example )

I have n LCD top tier and no longer use it lol. Rather play on my Ally as it runs everything. The real thing is actually coming with the MSI Claw.