Valve has just shaken things up by adding the Steam Deck OLED to its certified refurbished lineup. Gamers can now snag this OLED version directly from Valve at a hefty discount. These refurbished OLED models are priced 20% lower than their brand-new counterparts.
In terms of options, both the 1TB OLED and the 512GB Steam Deck OLED models are participating in the refurbished program. The 1TB model is tagged at $519, while the 512GB version goes for $439. To put things in perspective, a brand-new 1TB would typically set you back $649, and the 512GB one would cost $549. So, you’re looking at saving $120 for the 1TB and $110 for the 512GB. Interestingly, these refurbished deals mean the 1TB OLED is actually $30 cheaper than a brand-new 512GB OLED.
The single new Steam Deck version that beats the refurbished OLED price is the older 256GB LCD variant, selling for $399. Although Valve offers refurbished LCD models too, the 64GB, 256GB, and 512GB versions have all sold out. Plus, the 512GB and 64GB LCD variants are no longer available for purchase in their brand-new glory.
| Steam Deck & Steam Deck OLED Pricing | Steam Deck Model | Pricing |
|---|---|---|
| 1TB OLED | $649 | |
| 1TB OLED refurbished | $519 | |
| 512GB OLED | $549 | |
| 512GB OLED refurbished | $439 | |
| 512GB LCD refurbished | $359 | |
| 256GB LCD | $399 | |
| 256GB LCD refurbished | $319 | |
| 64GB LCD refurbished | $279 |
It’s easy to overlook just how substantial the upgrade to the Steam Deck OLED is beyond its name. Apart from switching from an LCD to an OLED display, this model ups the ante with a 90Hz refresh rate, a 7.4-inch size supporting HDR, 400 nits of regular brightness, and a dazzling 1000 nits in HDR mode. For comparison, the older LCD version was 7 inches, missed out on HDR, and maxed out at 60Hz and 400 nits of brightness.
On the inside, Valve has also made some notable changes. The battery capacity jumps from 40Whr to 50Whr, with Valve claiming the OLED could last between 3 to 12 hours based on gaming use, compared to the LCD’s 2-8 hour range. RAM in the OLED has been upgraded too, moving from 5500MT/s LPDDR5 to a faster 6400 MT/s LPDDR5. Additionally, the AMD APU’s manufacturing process was refined, dropping from 7nm to a more efficient 6nm.
If you’re looking to grab a refurbished Steam Deck OLED, they’re available only in select regions, including Canada, the EU, the UK, and the US. These refurbished units come with a standard one-year warranty, though this may extend depending on your location.
