Valve's handheld console delivers all connectivity through a single USB-C port running USB 3.2 Gen 2 at 10Gbps—charging, data transfers, and DisplayPort Alt Mode for external 4K monitors. The dock (sold separately) splits charging and video, so you're not stuck choosing between power and displays. MicroSD card support via UHS-II lets you expand storage at full speed, and the 3.5mm jack handles headsets natively. Below is the complete port breakdown.
Updated handheld PC gaming console with 7.4-inch HDR OLED display at 90Hz. USB-C port supports DisplayPort Alt Mode for external displays up to 8K@60Hz or 4K@120Hz, USB 3.2 Gen 2 data transfer at 10Gbps, and 45W USB PD 3.0 charging. Features Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, and improved 50Whr battery. Compatible with official Steam Deck Dock and third-party USB-C hubs.
Device Information
- Manufacturer
- Valve
- Release Year
- 2023
- Model Number
- 1030
- Category
- handheld
Available Ports
| Connector | Quantity | Label | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2) | 1 | top | DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode (8K@60Hz or 4K@120Hz), USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps), USB PD 3.0 45W charging |
| 3.5mm TRRS (Headset with Mic) | 1 | top | Stereo headphone/headset jack with microphone support. Internal microphone remains active when headphones connected (improvement over LCD model) |
| MicroSD Card Slot | 1 | bottom | UHS-I speeds only (up to 104MB/s). Supports SD, SDXC, and SDHC cards up to 2TB |
Notes & Compatibility
7.4-inch HDR OLED at 1280x800 up to 90Hz, 1000 nits peak (HDR), 600 nits (SDR), >1,000,000:1 contrast, 110% P3 color gamut. AMD Zen 2 APU (6nm, more efficient) with RDNA 2 GPU. 16GB LPDDR5 RAM (6400 MT/s). 50Whr battery (3-12 hours, 25% larger than LCD). MicroSD slot is UHS-I only (~104MB/s max). 3.5mm jack does NOT disable internal microphone (unlike LCD model). Wi-Fi 6E (2.4/5/6GHz), Bluetooth 5.3 with dedicated antenna. Weight: 640g (30g lighter). 2.5m power cable (vs 1.5m on LCD). Available in 512GB and 1TB variants. Limited Edition 1TB with translucent case (North America only).
