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Testseek.co.uk have collected 84 expert reviews of the Steam Deck and the average rating is 85%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Steam Deck.
Award: Highest Rated February 2022
February 2022
 
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The editors liked

  • Surprisingly smooth gaming
  • Comfortable and capable design
  • Bright and pleasing display
  • Responsive interface
  • Surprisingly comfortable
  • Incredibly easy set-up
  • Game emulation support
  • Tons of control flexibility
  • Excellent specs
  • Fantastic speakers
  • Clean Steam interface
  • Constantly improving
  • Well built
  • Good performance
  • Huge library of games
  • Innovative and flexible
  • Your Steam library anywhere
  • Anytime
  • Even AAA games run smoothly
  • Massive potential for PC wizards and emulator fans
  • Good form factor for handheld gaming and polished designed
  • Lots of buttons and controls
  • Including dual trackpads
  • Good OS with future for dual booting Windows support
  • Stays cool in the hands under load
  • Competitive price

The editors didn't like

  • Limited compatible games
  • Storage fills up fast
  • Fan is a little noisy
  • Short battery life
  • No 1TB storage option
  • Steam game support is sort of trial and error
  • Awkward design
  • Poor screen
  • Finnicky Linux browser
  • Slow load times
  • Software has some quirks
  • Battery life
  • Lower screen gamut than competitors
  • Not many IO options
  • SteamOS is limited to only Steam games
  • Very large device compared to competitors at the same screen size

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  Published: 2024-05-10, Author: Andy , review by: pcgamer.com

  • Abstract:  Steam Deck owners rejoice, for Valve has bestowed us with many gifts in the most recent SteamOS preview update, taking it to version 3.6.0. There are plenty of fixes and added features to enjoy, along with a graphics driver update that promises "many perf...

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  Published: 2022-10-03, Author: Jerry , review by: gamingshogun.com

  • 8.0/10Valve Product PageAbout the AuthorJerry PaxtonadministratorA long-time fan and reveler of all things Geek, I am also the Editor-in-Chief and Founder of GamingShogun.comSee author's postsconsole handheld Steam Deck steam deck review valve software...

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  Published: 2022-09-09, Author: John , review by: Gamingnexus.com

  • Abstract:  I've been thinking of picking up a portable PC gaming unit like a GPD Win or an Aya Neo. Around the time I was pondering my choices, Valve announced they were making one called the Steam Deck and I was able to pre-order one luckily without too much troubl...

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  Published: 2022-08-10, Author: Björn , review by: Bjorn3d.com

  • Abstract:  Valve is an interesting company that seems to try to be a lot of things at the same time. Games company, software hub/store and hardware company. Valve is all of these.When it comes to hardware the company has had mixed success. I think many of us remembe...

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  Published: 2022-07-13, Author: Mike , review by: appleinsider.com

  • Abstract:  AppleInsider is supported by its audience and may earn commission as an Amazon Associate and affiliate partner on qualifying purchases. These affiliate partnerships do not influence our editorial content.Valve's Steam Deck portable PC gaming console is ha...

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  Published: 2022-06-27, Author: Tony , review by: tomsguide.com

  • I’ve been excited about the Steam Deck ever since Valve announced it, and I am impressed by the finished product. The handheld feels great to play, thanks to its balanced weight and comfortable controller layout. Games look fantastic on its 7-inch display...

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  Published: 2022-06-02, Author: Andrew , review by: cnet.com

  • Abstract:  The promised docking station for the Steam Deck will arrive even later than expected, Valve said in a blog post Thursday. The $399 handheld gaming PC debuted in February, but the separately sold docking station wasn't available at launch. Now the docking...

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  Published: 2022-06-01, Author: James , review by: makeuseof.com

  • Thousands of games are compatible, many of which you probably already own, Runs many AAA titles smoothly, Plenty of input options and extensive customization
  • As user friendly as a full Windows gaming PC, Short battery life-as little as 1.5 hours depending on the game

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  Published: 2022-03-13, review by: gadgetnutz.com

  • Abstract:  Power, battery, software compatibility, and too many random crashes: Let’s dig in...

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  Published: 2022-03-04, Author: Will , review by: pcmag.com

  • Powerful for its size, Steam games run consistently well, Loads of potential for game emulation, Full Linux desktop environment
  • Single USB-C port limits connection options, Using adapters for charging and video output is unreliable at best, Setting up and running non-Steam games, especially emulators, can require extensive configuration work, Unwieldy for a portable gaming system,
  • The Steam Deck is a powerful handheld gaming machine that lets you take your Steam library on the go. The Linux-based portable PC successfully runs a surprising number of Windows games, but connecting it to a monitor or TV is a tricky proposition, and e...

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