Valve Steam Machine Ships 2026: 512GB/2TB Models and “6× Steam Deck” Power Claim

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By TGT Staff

Tech hardware briefing — facts only
Valve’s next‑gen Steam Machine: compact cube, PC hardware, console experience

Valve announced a new Steam Machine and a next‑generation Steam Controller on November 12, 2025. The Steam Machine is offered in 512GB and 2TB SSD models, runs SteamOS, and is scheduled to ship in early 2026 in regions where the Steam Deck is sold. For the official storefront entry see the Steam store.

Valve’s stated performance vs Steam Deck (claim)
6C / 12T
Semi‑custom AMD Zen 4 CPU — up to 4.8 GHz, ~30W TDP
28 CUs
Semi‑custom AMD RDNA3 GPU (reported TDP range 110–130W)
16GB + 8GB
16GB DDR5 system RAM + 8GB GDDR6 GPU memory
512GB / 2TB
Internal SSD options; microSD slot for expansion
4K @ 60 fps
Targeted with FSR upscaling; ray tracing supported

Sources: Valve announcements and hands-on coverage. For official product details see Steam.

Nov 12, 2025
Valve publicly announced the Steam Machine, Steam Controller, and Steam Frame; company specified 512GB and 2TB models and confirmed SteamOS as the operating system.
Nov 2015
Original Steam Machines shipped in November 2015; Valve removed many storefront models by 2018. The new product returns to this category with updated hardware and SteamOS improvements.
Relative performance: adjustable visual scale

The slider maps Valve’s stated “over 6×” claim (600%) to a visual bar. This is illustrative only — use published benchmarks for precise performance comparisons. Official hands‑on coverage: The Verge, Tom’s Hardware.

Storage and expansion options

Two internal SSD models are listed (512GB, 2TB). A microSD slot is included for portable catalog expansion.

Operating system and compatibility

The Steam Machine runs SteamOS and uses Proton to provide compatibility for many Windows‑targeted titles; Steam services such as cloud saves and suspend/resume are supported.

Where to find official info and purchase links

Valve has indicated sales will begin in 2026 and that the device will be sold both bundled with the Steam Controller and as a standalone product. Official storefront and product details are available on the Steam store.

Conclusion

The module summarised the Steam Machine announcement and technical details: model options (512GB and 2TB), key hardware (semi‑custom AMD Zen 4 CPU, RDNA3 GPU, 16GB DDR5 + 8GB GDDR6), SteamOS as the operating system, and stated shipping in early 2026. Official storefront and hands‑on coverage links are included above.

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