Published On Aug 25, 2023
I decided to make a complete buyer's guide for the Steam Deck in 2023, covering everything from performance to recommended accessories!
Note: Apologies for the constantly changing lighting, recording took place over a few hours due to camera issues 😅
Accessories in the video (Affiliate where available):
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New JSAUX Backplate (vented): https://go.jsaux.com/3KdQPsL
Honeywell PTH7950 Thermal Pad: https://www.moddiy.com/products/Honey...
Samsung EVO Select MicroSD: https://amzn.to/3NNfzsR
iVoler Dock: https://amzn.to/3HBITiY
JSAUX M.2 Dock: https://amzn.to/3jx0W1D
JSAUX Modcase: https://go.jsaux.com/45f6uAx
Videos Mentioned:
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Steam Deck Storage SHOWDOWN:    • Steam Deck Storage SHOWDOWN | 5 Drive... Â
How LOW Can It Go? | Steam Deck Thermal Modding:    • How LOW Can It Go? | Steam Deck Therm... Â
Other Links:
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SDHQ: https://steamdeckhq.com/
Deck Verified Program: https://www.steamdeck.com/en/verified
ProtonDB: https://www.protondb.com/
Ally MicroSD Issue: https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming...
Ally Performance Issues: https://www.theverge.com/2023/6/29/23...
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Chapters:
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00:00 - Opening Words
00:24 - Introduction
00:46 - What IS the Steam Deck?
01:28 - What can it do?
02:24 - What can it play?
04:47 - Performance
06:02 - The Deck’s special ability
06:46 - What’s the difference between the models?
08:10 - Upgrade-ability & Repair-ability
09:25 - Tweak-ability & Customization
10:00 - Community
10:38 - Common accessories
12:51 - How does it compare to the ROG Ally?
15:39 - Conclusion