Valve is launching a new white limited edition Steam Deck OLED soon — and you’ll only have one chance to grab it

Valve is launching a new white limited edition Steam Deck OLED soon — and you'll only have one chance to grab it

What you need to know

  • Valve is launching a white limited edition Steam Deck OLED model.
  • This new Steam Deck model is identical to the existing $649 Steam Deck OLED 1TB except in color, and is being priced at $679.
  • The white Steam Deck OLED will be available for purchase on Nov. 18, 2024, but once the existing stock is depleted, it won’t go back in stock, as Valve insists it is truly limited.

As a seasoned researcher with over two decades of experience under my belt, I have seen countless product launches and limited-edition releases that left many consumers scratching their heads. In this case, Valve’s new white limited edition Steam Deck OLED model seems to be a calculated move aimed at tapping into the market’s love for exclusivity and novelty.


A new version of the well-known portable gaming device from Valve is set to release soon, so keep yourself prepared if you plan on getting one.

On Monday, Valve unveiled a special white edition of their Steam Deck OLED, scheduled for purchase on November 18, 2024, priced at $679 (thanks to Eurogamer for the info). This new model shares all its features with the current, non-limited version of the Steam Deck OLED 1TB, retailing at $649. The only difference is the color, which extends to the case and cleaning cloth as well.

Each Steam account can only buy a single white Steam Deck OLED unit. The account should also have previous purchases made before November 2024 to maintain good standing. If you’re interested in getting one, make sure to act swiftly when the orders start, as once it sells out, Valve won’t restock it again.

A new color is fun for those who haven’t upgraded

If you haven’t gotten your hands on a Steam Deck yet or were considering upgrading to the OLED version, it’s quite reasonable that you might be drawn towards this latest, exclusive edition.

If you currently own a Steam Deck OLED, it might not catch your attention due to its expensive price tag and limited availability. Given that these factors suggest Valve is primarily testing the market’s response to potential new color options and limited production batches rather than planning a permanent model or update, it may not appeal to you as a long-term investment.

Given the escalating competition among gaming handheld devices, it’s quite striking that the price remains high. Devices like the ASUS ROG Ally, Ayaneo 3, Lenovo Legion Go, and others offer enhanced specifications or built-in Windows functionality. This means there are numerous factors to ponder when you’re thinking about purchasing a new handheld, making your decision a complex one.

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2024-11-12 05:39