{"id":177078,"date":"2025-11-12T19:09:07","date_gmt":"2025-11-12T19:09:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ie\/177078\/"},"modified":"2025-11-12T19:09:07","modified_gmt":"2025-11-12T19:09:07","slug":"valve-announces-next-gen-steam-machine-says-its-over-6x-more-powerful-than-steam-deck-but-theres-no-price-yet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ie\/177078\/","title":{"rendered":"Valve Announces Next-Gen Steam Machine, Says It&#8217;s &#8216;Over 6x More Powerful Than Steam Deck,&#8217; but There&#8217;s No Price Yet"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Valve has announced a return to its Steam Machine PC \/ console hybrid hardware alongside a new version of the Steam Controller.<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">As part of a big day for Valve hardware announcements, Valve confirmed the next-gen Steam Machine and Steam Controller features and specs, but failed to announce one key piece of information: price.<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">We do know, however, that the Steam Machine comes as a 512GB model and 2TB model, and will ship in a bundle with Steam Controller as well as standalone at some point in 2026.<\/p>\n<p>Next-gen Steam Machine Images<img alt=\"\" aria-hidden=\"true\" decoding=\"async\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"progressive-image jsx-2021719738 image aspect-ratio aspect-ratio-16-9 jsx-2605834259 jsx-2338608387 hover-opacity\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-cy=\"progressive-image\"\/><\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Specs wise, it has a semi-custom AMD Zen 4 6C \/ 12T CPU, a semi-Custom AMD RDNA3 GPU, and supports 4K gaming at 60 frames per second with FSR. Valve described the new Steam Machine as six times more powerful than Steam Deck, with 16GB DDR5 and 8GB GDDR6 VRAM. The full specs for the Steam Machine and Steam Controller are below.<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">It\u2019s an interesting move from Valve considering the original Steam Machine range, released 10 years ago in November 2015, was considered a failure. The initial idea was to release a small form factor gaming computer that operated SteamOS and offered a home game console-like experience.<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Valve also released a Steam Controller to support the release of the original Steam Machine, so it makes sense that it would release a next-gen Steam Controller to go alongside this new Steam Machine. But Steam Machine didn\u2019t last long, and as interest dwindled, Steam pulled many models from the Steam store in 2018.<\/p>\n<p>Next-gen Steam Controller Images<img alt=\"\" aria-hidden=\"true\" decoding=\"async\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"progressive-image jsx-2021719738 image aspect-ratio aspect-ratio-16-9 jsx-2605834259 jsx-2338608387 hover-opacity\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-cy=\"progressive-image\"\/><\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">The next-gen Steam Machine does not have a release date or a price, both of which are key pieces of information Valve is keeping under wraps for now. But it\u2019s an intriguing move in the context of the increased focus on console \/ PC hybrids from various gaming hardware companies. Microsoft, for example, is set to release <a class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ign.com\/articles\/next-gen-xbox-will-reportedly-play-playstation-games-like-god-of-war-and-spider-man-because-its-a-console-pc-hybrid-that-runs-steam\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">a next-gen Xbox that by all accounts is basically a PC wearing a console\u2019s clothing<\/a>. It will be interesting to see how Valve entering the fray mixes things up.<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Here&#8217;s a comment from Valve boss Gabe Newell: &#8220;We&#8217;ve been super happy with the success of Steam Deck, and PC gamers have continued asking for even more ways to play all the great titles in their Steam libraries. Our work over the years on other hardware and even more importantly on SteamOS has enabled Steam Controller, Steam Machine, and Steam Frame to do just that.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">We\u2019ve got plenty more on all Valve\u2019s hardware announcements made today, November 12, and have <a class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ign.com\/articles\/valves-next-gen-hardware-lineup-is-finally-confirmed-heres-everything-announced\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">a handy roundup<\/a> so you don\u2019t miss a thing. We visited Valve\u2019s office ahead of the reveal to go <a class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ign.com\/articles\/steam-machine-hands-on-first-impressions\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">hands-on with Steam Machine<\/a> and <a class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ign.com\/articles\/steam-controller-preview-hands-on-with-valves-reinvented-pc-gaming-controller\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Steam Controller<\/a>, and <a class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ign.com\/articles\/valves-next-gen-steam-machine-and-steam-controller-the-big-interview\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">interview Valve to find out why it\u2019s returned to the space<\/a>. And if you\u2019re wondering about Steam Deck 2, <a class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ign.com\/articles\/valve-says-it-has-a-pretty-good-idea-of-what-steam-deck-2-is-going-to-be-explains-why-its-holding-off-for-now\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">we asked Valve about that as well<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Steam Machine features and specs:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\"><strong>Models<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"list jsx-4224303756\" data-cy=\"list\">\n<li>512GB model and 2TB model<\/li>\n<li>Steam Machine will ship in a bundle with Steam Controller and will also be available standalone<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\"><strong>Specs<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"list jsx-4224303756\" data-cy=\"list\">\n<li>CPU: Semi-custom AMD Zen 4 6C \/ 12T up to 4.8 GHz, 30W TDP<\/li>\n<li>GPU: Semi-Custom AMD RDNA3 28CUs 2.45GHz max sustained clock, 110W TDP<\/li>\n<li>Supports 4K gaming at 60 FPS with FSR<\/li>\n<li>Ray tracing supported<\/li>\n<li>Over 6x more powerful than Steam Deck<\/li>\n<li>16GB DDR5 + 8GB GDDR6 VRAM<\/li>\n<li>512 GB &amp; 2 TB SSD models<\/li>\n<li>micro SD card slot for expanded storage\/ portable catalog<\/li>\n<li>Internal power supply, AC power 110-240V<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\"><strong>1\/0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"list jsx-4224303756\" data-cy=\"list\">\n<li>DisplayPort 1.4<\/li>\n<li>Up to 4K @ 240Hz or 8K@60Hz<\/li>\n<li>Supports HDR, FreeSync, and daisy- chaining<\/li>\n<li>HDMI 2.0<\/li>\n<li>Up to 4K @ 120Hz<\/li>\n<li>Supports HDR, FreeSync, and CEC<\/li>\n<li>Ethernet 1 Gbps<\/li>\n<li>USB-C 10 Gbps, 3.2 Gen 2<\/li>\n<li>4x Type USB-A ports<\/li>\n<li>2x USB 3 in the front<\/li>\n<li>2x USB 2 in the rear<\/li>\n<li>2&#215;2 Wi-Fi 6E, dedicated BT antenna<\/li>\n<li>Integrated Steam Controller 2.4GHz radio<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\"><strong>Other features<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"list jsx-4224303756\" data-cy=\"list\">\n<li>Works with other controllers, accessories, and PC peripherals<\/li>\n<li>Wake with Steam Controller<\/li>\n<li>Runs SteamOS<\/li>\n<li>Familiar, gaming first user experience<\/li>\n<li>Fast suspend \/ resume<\/li>\n<li>Steam cloud saves, and all the other Steam features you&#8217;d expect<\/li>\n<li>Customizable LED bar<\/li>\n<li>Personalize with colors and animation<\/li>\n<li>Reflect system status (e.g. downloads, booting, updating)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Steam Controller features and specs:<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\"><strong>Works with any device that runs Steam<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"list jsx-4224303756\" data-cy=\"list\">\n<li>Windows \/ Mac \/ Linux PCs<\/li>\n<li>PC handhelds<\/li>\n<li>iOS \/ Android (with Steam Link)<\/li>\n<li>Steam Deck<\/li>\n<li>Steam Machine<\/li>\n<li>Steam Frame<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\"><strong>Three ways to connect<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"list jsx-4224303756\" data-cy=\"list\">\n<li>Steam Controller Puck<\/li>\n<li>Pre-paired, plug and play<\/li>\n<li>Proprietary wireless connection<\/li>\n<li>Low-latency (~8ms full end-to-end)<\/li>\n<li>4ms polling rate  measured at 5m<\/li>\n<li>More stable than Bluetooth<\/li>\n<li>Up to 4 Steam Controllers per Puck<\/li>\n<li>Bluetooth<\/li>\n<li>USB tethered play<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\"><strong>Li-ion rechargeable battery<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"list jsx-4224303756\" data-cy=\"list\">\n<li>35hr+ play time<\/li>\n<li>Charge with Steam Controller Puck or USB<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\"><strong>Magnetic thumbsticks (TMR)<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"list jsx-4224303756\" data-cy=\"list\">\n<li>Improved responsiveness and reliability<\/li>\n<li>Capacitive touch<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\"><strong>Grip sense<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"list jsx-4224303756\" data-cy=\"list\">\n<li>Quick way to activate\/deactivate gyro<\/li>\n<li>Assignable input<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\"><strong>HD haptics<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"list jsx-4224303756\" data-cy=\"list\">\n<li>4x haptic motors<\/li>\n<li>2x LRA haptic motors in trackpads for HD tactile feedback<\/li>\n<li>2x High output LRA haptic motors in grips for HD game haptics including rumble<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\"><strong>Full input list<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"list jsx-4224303756\" data-cy=\"list\">\n<li>ABXY, D-pad<\/li>\n<li>L\/R triggers, L\/R bumpers<\/li>\n<li>Magnetic thumbsticks (TMR)<\/li>\n<li>View \/ Menu \/ Steam \/ QAM buttons<\/li>\n<li>4x assignable grip buttons<\/li>\n<li>2x trackpads with haptic feedback<\/li>\n<li>Pressure sensitivity for configurable click strength<\/li>\n<li>6-axis IMU<\/li>\n<li>Capacitive grip sense<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Wesley is Director, News at IGN. Find him on Twitter at @wyp100. You can reach Wesley at wesley_yinpoole@ign.com or confidentially at wyp100@proton.me.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Valve has announced a return to its Steam Machine PC \/ console hybrid hardware alongside a new version&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":177079,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[260],"tags":[18,19,17,82,286,287,288],"class_list":{"0":"post-177078","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-virtual-reality","8":"tag-eire","9":"tag-ie","10":"tag-ireland","11":"tag-technology","12":"tag-virtual-reality","13":"tag-virtualreality","14":"tag-vr"},"share_on_mastodon":{"url":"https:\/\/pubeurope.com\/@ie\/115538307454047247","error":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/177078","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=177078"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/177078\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/177079"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=177078"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=177078"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=177078"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}