Nintendo Switch OLED vs Steam Deck OLED

By Billy G. · Founder & Lead EditorVerified Jul 6 by Billy G.

Nintendo Switch OLED
Nintendo Switch OLED
Steam Deck OLED
Steam Deck OLED

Verdict: The Steam Deck OLED is the better choice for PC gamers who want to play their Steam library on-the-go, with its customizable controls and PC-level performance. However, the Nintendo Switch OLED is still a great option for those who want to play Nintendo exclusives and have a more portable console.

Nintendo Switch OLED lists at $349 while Steam Deck OLED lists at $399 — Nintendo Switch OLED undercuts Steam Deck OLED by $50 (14%).

Winner: Steam Deck OLED

Nintendo Switch OLED: 7.5/10

Steam Deck OLED: 8.2/10

Spec-by-spec comparison

Nintendo Switch OLEDSteam Deck OLED
Display7-inch OLED7-inch OLED
ProcessorNVIDIA Tegra X1AMD Zen 2
RAM4GB8GB
Storage64GB64GB

Nintendo Switch OLED

What works

  • Vibrant OLED display
  • Long battery life
  • Extensive game library

What doesn't

  • Limited third-party support
  • No 4K resolution

Steam Deck OLED

What works

  • Access to vast Steam library
  • Customizable controls
  • PC-level performance

What doesn't

  • Limited battery life
  • No exclusive games

Bottom line

Our pick: Steam Deck OLED.

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