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General

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Series

Steam Deck3Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/deckRead 30 September 2026

Steam Deck2Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/oledRead 30 September 2026

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

101011Spec databaseifixit.com/Device/Steam_DeckRead 30 September 2026All Steam Deck LCD variants are identified by model number 1010

103012Spec databaseifixit.com/Device/Steam_Deck_OLEDRead 30 September 2026Identified by model number 1030

GTIN / EAN

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AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

15 July 202112Spec databaseen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steam_DeckRead 30 September 2026Valve revealed the Steam Deck on July 15, 2021

9 November 202311Press articlerockpapershotgun.com/valve-announce-the-steam-deck-oled-with-an-upgraded-screen-and-longer-battery-lifeRead 30 September 2026

Status

Discontinued10Press articlepcgamer.com/hardware/valve-has-quietly-discontinued-the-last-lcd-steam-deck-modelRead 30 September 2026Steam store note quoted: We are no longer producing the Steam Deck LCD 256 GB model. Once sold out, it will no longer be available. steamdeck.com still lists it without a price on 2026-09-30

Available3Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/enRead 30 September 2026512GB and 1TB OLED listed with prices (779,00 EUR and 919,00 EUR on 2026-09-30) and Available now

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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Valve Steam Deck LCD12Spec databaseifixit.com/Device/Steam_Deck_OLEDRead 30 September 2026A 2023 refresh of the Steam Deck LCD

SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

Valve Steam Deck OLED11Spec databaseifixit.com/Device/Steam_DeckRead 30 September 2026Valve released a formal refresh in November 2023, the Steam Deck OLED

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$3994Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220831133737/https://www.steamdeck.com/enRead 30 September 2026Launch prices by tier: 64GB eMMC $399, 256GB NVMe $529, 512GB NVMe $649. The stored $399 is the 64GB tier. Valve later cut the 256GB model to $399 when the OLED launched in November 2023

$5494Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20231119151911/https://www.steamdeck.com/enRead 30 September 2026Archived maker page three days after launch: 512GB $549.00, 1TB $649.00, 1TB Limited Edition $679.0011Press articlerockpapershotgun.com/valve-announce-the-steam-deck-oled-with-an-upgraded-screen-and-longer-battery-lifeRead 30 September 2026

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US, CA, GB, EU, JP, KR, TW, HK4Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220831133737/https://www.steamdeck.com/enRead 30 September 2026Archived maker page Regional Availability: US, Canada, EU, UK shipping. Japan, South Korea, Taiwan and Hong Kong through Komodo. These are historical marketed regions, not current stock claims.

US, CA, GB, EU, JP, KR, TW, HK, AU18Press releasesteamdeck.com/en/newsRead 30 September 2026Maker release lists US, CA, UK, EU, AU and Komodo shipping regions Japan, South Korea, Taiwan and Hong Kong. Australia was added in November 2024.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

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Device classiA streaming handheld only plays remote or cloud games

Handheld PC3Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/deckRead 30 September 2026Published as All-in-one portable PC gaming

Handheld PC2Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/oledRead 30 September 2026Steam Deck OLED is a portable PC. Use your Deck as a PC, because it is one

Form factor

Slate11Spec databaseifixit.com/Device/Steam_DeckRead 30 September 2026The display is bookended by two non-removable controllers

Slate12Spec databaseifixit.com/Device/Steam_Deck_OLEDRead 30 September 2026The display is bookended by two non-removable controllers

Platform and software

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OS family

SteamOS1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026

SteamOS1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026

OS at launch

SteamOS 3.02Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20230604145812/https://www.steamdeck.com/en/techRead 30 September 2026Software section: SteamOS 3.0 (Arch-based).

SteamOS 31Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026Published as SteamOS 3 (Arch-based), desktop KDE Plasma

Latest OS

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Built-in game stores

Steam7Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/softwareRead 30 September 2026

Steam7Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/softwareRead 30 September 2026The entire Steam Store experience is accessible from Deck

Physical games

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Backward compatibility

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Upscaling and frame generationiSupport at system or driver level

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Processor and graphics

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Chip

AMD custom APU Aerith12Spec databaseen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steam_DeckRead 30 September 2026Codename Aerith, TSMC N7. The maker says 7 nm AMD APU

AMD custom APU Sephiroth10Spec databaseen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steam_DeckRead 30 September 2026Codename Sephiroth, TSMC N6. The maker says 6 nm AMD APU

Chip brand

AMD1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026

AMD1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026

Core configurationiPhysical CPU cores, including cores reserved by the operating system. P/E labels describe the maker architecture. Source notes identify clocks used only in specific operating modes.

AValve Steam Deck LCD

Physical core count	Core	Base clock (GHz)	Max clock (GHz)
4	Zen 2	2.4	3.5

Source1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026Published as Zen 2 4c/8t, 2.4-3.5GHz (up to 448 GFlops FP32)

BValve Steam Deck OLED

Physical core count	Core	Base clock (GHz)	Max clock (GHz)
4	Zen 2	2.4	3.5

Source1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026Published as Zen 2 4c/8t, 2.4-3.5GHz (up to 448 GFlops FP32)

CPU cores

4=CalculatedFrom Core configuration

4=CalculatedFrom Core configuration

Max CPU clock

3.5GHz=CalculatedFrom Core configuration

3.5GHz=CalculatedFrom Core configuration

Process

7nm1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026

6nm1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026

GPU

AMD custom RDNA 2 GPU1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026Published as 8 RDNA 2 CUs, 1.6GHz (1.6 TFlops FP32). The 2023 page said 1.0-1.6GHz

AMD custom RDNA 2 GPU1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026Published as 8 RDNA 2 CUs, 1.6GHz (1.6 TFlops FP32)

GPU architecture

RDNA 21Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026

RDNA 21Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026

GPU compute unitsiAMD compute units, NVIDIA streaming multiprocessors or Intel Xe-cores. These counts use different architectures and are not directly comparable. The source note names the unit.

81Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026

81Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026

GPU max clockiHighest documented GPU operating clock for this device. Source notes say when a value applies only in docked or mains-powered mode.

1,600MHz1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026

1,600MHz1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026

GPU compute (claimed)iMaker-rated FP32 throughput. Mode is named in the source note. Not a game performance benchmark.

1.6TFLOPS1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026

1.6TFLOPS1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026

Power modesiDocumented device APU power limits or per-mode clocks. A continuous range may be represented by its two endpoints, identified in source notes. Transient boost power is not substituted for sustained TDP.

AValve Steam Deck LCD

Power source	TDP (W)
Battery	4
Battery	15

Source1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026Published as APU power: 4-15W. The two rows are the ends of that range, not named presets6Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/faqRead 30 September 2026Docking does not improve performance. Steam Deck runs at full performance in portable mode, so the range applies on battery

BValve Steam Deck OLED

Power source	TDP (W)
Battery	4
Battery	15

Source1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026Published as APU power: 4-15W. The two rows are the ends of that range, not named presets6Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/faqRead 30 September 2026Docking does not improve performance. Steam Deck runs at full performance in portable mode, so the range applies on battery

Lowest TDP

4W=CalculatedFrom Power modes

4W=CalculatedFrom Power modes

Highest TDP

15W=CalculatedFrom Power modes

15W=CalculatedFrom Power modes

Highest TDP on battery

15W=CalculatedFrom Power modes

15W=CalculatedFrom Power modes

Custom TDPiYou can set a TDP value, not only presets

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Memory and storage

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RAM

16GB1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026

16GB1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026

RAM type

LPDDR51Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026

LPDDR51Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026

RAM speediEffective memory transfer rate, not a clock stated in MHz. Source notes identify mode or platform speed limits.

5,500MT/s1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026

6,400MT/s1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026

Memory bandwidthiPublished memory bandwidth in decimal GB/s. Source notes identify handheld or docked mode. Do not calculate from rounded speed and bus-width claims.

88GB/s12Spec databaseen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steam_DeckRead 30 September 2026LPDDR5-5500 at 5500 MT/s (88 GB/s)

102.4GB/s10Spec databaseen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steam_DeckRead 30 September 202616 GB at 6400 MT/s (102.4 GB/s)

StorageiAdvertised internal storage tiers in decimal GB. Convert a published 1 TB or 2 TB tier to 1000 or 2000 GB. Keep a literal published GB number as given. Do not infer usable formatted capacity.

64, 256, 512GB1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026The page lists 64GB and 512GB models as available while supplies last. This page covers the 256GB model4Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220831133737/https://www.steamdeck.com/enRead 30 September 2026

512 GB, 1 TB1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026The maker publishes 1 TB. Advertised TB tiers are stored as decimal GB: 1 TB = 1000 GB, 2 TB = 2000 GB. This does not estimate usable formatted capacity. Published as Steam Deck 512GB NVMe SSD and Steam Deck 1TB NVMe SSD2Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/oledRead 30 September 2026The maker publishes 1 TB. Advertised TB tiers are stored as decimal GB: 1 TB = 1000 GB, 2 TB = 2000 GB. This does not estimate usable formatted capacity.

Storage typeiType of the built-in storage. eMCP is a package that holds eMMC flash and RAM, so it is eMMC.

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NVMe SSD1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026

Installed drive PCIe generationiPCIe generation of the installed storage module, not the maximum supported by the connector.

2 to 32Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20230604145812/https://www.steamdeck.com/en/techRead 30 September 20264Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220831133737/https://www.steamdeck.com/enRead 30 September 202613Reviewlaptopmag.com/reviews/steam-deckRead 30 September 2026

310Spec databaseen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steam_DeckRead 30 September 2026Published as NVMe SSD (PCIe 3.0 x4)

Storage slotsiInternal physical storage sockets, including occupied sockets. Interface describes compatible storage. Source notes distinguish the installed drive from slot capability.

AValve Steam Deck LCD

Form factor	Interface	PCIe generation	Count	Occupied
M.2 2230	PCIe NVMe	3	1	Yes

Source2Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20230604145812/https://www.steamdeck.com/en/techRead 30 September 2026All models use socketed 2230 M.2 modules. Not intended for end-user replacement. The slot can accept NVMe. The installed 64GB card is eMMC.

BValve Steam Deck OLED

Form factor	Interface	Count	Occupied
M.2 2230	PCIe NVMe	1	Yes

Source12Spec databaseifixit.com/Device/Steam_Deck_OLEDRead 30 September 2026Specifications: 512GB configurable to 1TB M.2 2230 NVMe SSD. OEM SSD replacement guide linked. Single internal SSD.

M.2 slots

1=CalculatedFrom Storage slots

1=CalculatedFrom Storage slots

Memory card

microSD1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026

microSD1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026

Card speed class

UHS-I1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026

UHS-I1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026

Max card sizeiLargest card capacity explicitly supported for games. Decimal storage units: 1 TB is 1000 GB. Support for screenshots only does not establish game-storage support.

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Display

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Screen size

7in(17.8 cm)1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026

7.4in(18.8 cm)1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026

Native resolution

1280 × 800px1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026

1280 × 800px1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026

Pixel density

215.6ppi=CalculatedFrom Screen size and Native resolution

204ppi=CalculatedFrom Screen size and Native resolution

Aspect ratio

16:102Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20230604145812/https://www.steamdeck.com/en/techRead 30 September 2026Published as 1280 x 800px (16:10 aspect ratio)

16:1014Measurementtomsguide.com/reviews/steam-deck-oledRead 30 September 2026Specs table: 1280x800, 16:10. Gamut table reports volume over 100%, excluded from coverage field.

Panel typeiUse the panel type explicitly stated by the source. IPS-level is a maker comparison term. LCD means the maker does not name the LCD subtype.

IPS1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026Published as Optically bonded IPS LCD for enhanced readability

OLED1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026

Native panel orientationiPortrait panels break some games

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Screen surfaceiSurface finish or treatment stated by the maker or reviewer. Etched anti-glare glass is not automatically classified as matte.

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Touchscreen

Yes1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026

Yes1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026

Built-in display refresh modesiMaximum built-in display refresh rate for each documented resolution and mode. External displays and dock output have separate fields. Do not copy supported input timings as proven maxima.

AValve Steam Deck LCD

Width (px)	Height (px)	Max (Hz)
1280	800	60

Source1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026

BValve Steam Deck OLED

Width (px)	Height (px)	Max (Hz)
1280	800	90

Source1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026

Max refresh rate

60Hz=CalculatedFrom Built-in display refresh modes

90Hz=CalculatedFrom Built-in display refresh modes

Adaptive sync

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VRR lower limit

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Brightness (SDR, claimed)

400nits1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026Published as 400 nits typical

600nits1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026Published as 600 nits (SDR)

Peak brightness (HDR, claimed)

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1,000nits1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026Published as 1,000 nits peak brightness (HDR)

DCI-P3 coverage (claimed)iPercentage of the DCI-P3 colour space covered, from 0 to 100. Gamut volume, Display P3 and unspecified P3 are different measurements.

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HDR formats

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Second display

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Controls

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Stick sensoriHow the stick measures its position. Capacitive is only for a stick that senses its position by capacitance. Maker wording such as capacitive sticks often means the sticks sense a resting thumb, which is Touch-sensitive sticks.

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Stick layout

Symmetric9Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/pressRead 30 September 2026Read from the Steam Deck LCD press rendering: both sticks sit level above the trackpads

Symmetric9Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/pressRead 30 September 2026Read from the press kit front rendering: both sticks sit level above the trackpads

Touch-sensitive sticksiThe sticks sense a resting thumb. It says nothing about how the stick measures its position, which is Stick sensor.

Yes1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026

Yes1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026

Replaceable stick modules

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Service without soldering20Owner's manualifixit.com/Guide/Steam+Deck+OLED+Left+Thumbstick+Replacement/168652Read 8 October 2026OEM OLED left thumbstick guide removes the complete module using screws and a cable connector. No soldering is required. Tools and internal disassembly are required. Not a tool-free swappable module.21Owner's manualifixit.com/Guide/Steam+Deck+OLED+Right+Thumbstick+Replacement/168609Read 8 October 2026OEM OLED right thumbstick guide removes the complete module using screws and a cable connector. No soldering is required. Tools and internal disassembly are required. Not a tool-free swappable module.

Trigger sensor

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Trigger stops

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D-pad

Cross9Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/pressRead 30 September 2026

Cross9Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/pressRead 30 September 2026

Face button labels

Xbox9Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/pressRead 30 September 2026Read from the press rendering: Y top, X left, B right, A bottom

Xbox9Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/pressRead 30 September 2026Read from the press kit rendering: Y top, X left, B right, A bottom

Extra rear and grip buttonsiExtra rear or grip buttons and paddles. Excludes shoulder bumpers and triggers (L1/R1/L2/R2), Joy-Con rail SL/SR and system/menu controls.

41Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026Published as 4 x assignable grip buttons

41Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026Published as 4 x assignable grip buttons (L4, L5, R4, R5)

Trackpads

21Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026

21Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 20262 x 32.5mm square trackpads with haptic feedback

System-level remappingiRemap buttons without support in the game

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Yes16Maker product pagepartner.steamgames.com/doc/features/steam_controller/conceptsRead 30 September 2026Steam Input Configurator is built into the Steam client. Legacy mode lets players remap physical inputs for games without the Steam Input API. The OLED review also describes fully customizable controls.

System buttons

Steam, Quick Access12Spec databaseen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steam_DeckRead 30 September 2026Input list: Steam and Quick Access buttons besides the gamepad controls

View, Menu, Steam, Quick access, Volume up, Volume down, Power1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026Labels in the maker's front-view diagram19Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 8 October 2026Front and top diagrams plus Controls and Input identify View, Menu, Steam, Quick access, Volume and Power. The volume pair is listed separately. Face buttons, stick clicks, shoulder controls and grip buttons are represented by their own fields.

Detached controller connectioniWireless connection used after the controllers are detached. Does not describe the attached controller contacts.

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Controller mouse sensoriA controller works as a mouse on a desk

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Fingerprint

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Motion and feedback

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Gyroscope

Yes1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026

Yes1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026Published as 6-Axis IMU

RumbleiUse the maker feedback wording. Generic haptic feedback is not automatically labelled HD haptics. Trigger rumble is separate from adaptive trigger resistance.

HD haptics1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026Published as HD haptics

HD haptics1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026Published as HD haptics

RGB lighting

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Measured

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Brightness (measured)iCentre, full white, SDR. Measured by a reviewer

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597nits14Measurementtomsguide.com/reviews/steam-deck-oledRead 30 September 2026Display benchmark table: 597 nits. Tested OLED model. Window and meter not specified.

HDR peak brightness (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Contrast ratio (measured)i1000 means 1000:1. Measured by a reviewer

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DCI-P3 coverage (measured)iMeasured DCI-P3 area coverage, from 0 to 100. Do not substitute gamut volume, Display P3 or unspecified P3. Test method belongs in source notes.

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Colour accuracy (measured Delta E)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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0.2214Measurementtomsguide.com/reviews/steam-deck-oledRead 30 September 2026Display benchmark table Delta-E 0.22. Formula/calibration state not specified.

PWM frequency (measured)iOnly when the reviewer found PWM flicker

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3DMark Time Spy graphics (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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3DMark Steel Nomad Light (measured)iRuns on Windows, Android and Arm. Measured by a reviewer

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3DMark Wild Life Extreme (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Cinebench 2024 single-core (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Cinebench 2024 multi-core (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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AnTuTu (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Game frame rates (measured)iReviewer measurements only. Each row preserves resolution, preset and power settings when stated. In-game and driver frame generation are identified in source notes.

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SSD sequential read (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Memory card read (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Battery runtime per test (measured)iReviewer runtime tests only. Exact time conversions are allowed. Source notes identify brightness, game, power mode and settings. Missing conditions are not inferred.

AValve Steam Deck LCD

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BValve Steam Deck OLED

Test	Game	Hours (h)
Gaming	Hitman: World of Assassination	2.15

Source17Measurementtomsguide.com/gaming/handheld-gaming/nintendo-switch-2-vs-steam-deck-oled-battery-test-theres-a-clear-winner-and-its-not-the-gaming-handheld-i-expectedRead 30 September 2026Battery-depleted results table: Steam Deck OLED 2 hours 9 minutes. Hitman World of Assassination, character idle in the Paris level, maximum brightness slider and Wi-Fi on. Resolution, preset, TDP and HDR state not published.

Shortest gaming test runtime (measured)iShortest runtime among the stored gaming tests. This does not identify the globally heaviest game or worst possible use.

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2.15h=CalculatedFrom Battery runtime per test (measured)

Longest gaming test runtime (measured)iLongest runtime among the stored gaming tests. This does not identify the globally lightest game or best possible use.

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2.15h=CalculatedFrom Battery runtime per test (measured)

Video runtime (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Full charge time (measured)iMeasured 0 to 100% charge time. Source notes identify the charger, device operating state and test conditions.

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Power draw gaming (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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24W13Reviewtheverge.com/23951655/steam-deck-oled-reviewRead 30 September 2026Big games draw about 24W on the OLED against 26 to 27W on the LCD

Fan noise per mode (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Max fan noise (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Fan noise while gaming (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Back surface under load (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Grips under load (measured)iWhere the hands rest. Measured by a reviewer

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Chip temperature while gaming (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Stick tests (measured)iReviewer tests of the built-in sticks. Method, firmware, calibration and transport settings belong in source notes.

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Speaker loudness (measured)iAt max volume. Measured by a reviewer

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Weight (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Audio

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SpeakersiBuilt-in speaker drivers on the handheld, with its controllers attached. Excludes speakers in a separate dock or headset.

23Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/deckRead 30 September 2026Published as stereo speakers

21Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026Left speaker and Right speaker in the front-view diagram, stereo

Speaker direction

Front-facing13Reviewlaptopmag.com/reviews/steam-deckRead 30 September 2026Stereo speakers below the front panel

Front-facing1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026Both speakers are labelled on the front-view diagram

Audio features

Stereo with embedded DSP1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026

Stereo with embedded DSP, aptX HD, aptX low-latency1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026Stereo with embedded DSP from this page. aptX codecs from the OLED page2Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/oledRead 30 September 2026Published as Bluetooth 5.3, supporting newer codecs such as aptX HD and aptX low-latency

MicrophonesiPhysical built-in microphones on the handheld. Mono audio or an array name alone does not prove a capsule count.

21Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026Published as Dual microphone array

21Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026Published as Dual microphone array

3.5 mm jack

Yes1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026

Yes1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026

Ports and dock

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PortsiPhysical connectors on the handheld and its attached controllers. Controller charging-only ports count. Separate dock connectors belong in dock_ports.

AValve Steam Deck LCD

Type	Version	Count	Side	DP Alt Mode	Max charging input (W)
USB-C	USB 3.2 Gen 2	1	Not available	Yes	45
3.5 mm audio	Not available	1	Top	Not available	Not available
microSD card	UHS-I	1	Not available	Not available	Not available

Source1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026USB-C with DisplayPort 1.4 Alt-mode support, USB 3.2 Gen 2, PD3.0 45W power input2Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20230604145812/https://www.steamdeck.com/en/techRead 30 September 202613Reviewlaptopmag.com/reviews/steam-deckRead 30 September 20263.5mm headset jack up top

BValve Steam Deck OLED

Type	Version	Count	Side	DP Alt Mode	Max charging input (W)
USB-C	USB 3.2 Gen 2	1	Top	Yes	45
3.5 mm audio	Not available	1	Top	Not available	Not available
microSD card	UHS-I	1	Not available	Not available	Not available

Source1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026USB-C: Display port over Type C, USB3 gen 2, PD3.0 45W power input. Charging port and headphone jack are on the top-edge diagram

USB-C ports

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USB4 or Thunderbolt

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USB-C charging

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Video outiVideo output available at a device connector with a direct cable or adapter. A console that requires its proprietary dock is documented through dock_output_max.

Yes1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026

Yes1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026

Max external displayiHighest documented external resolution and its maximum refresh rate. Do not combine a resolution and refresh rate taken from different modes.

Resolution7680 × 4320 pxRefresh rate60 Hz1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026Published as up to 8K @60Hz or 4K @120Hz

Resolution7680 × 4320 pxRefresh rate60 Hz1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026Published as up to 8K @60Hz or 4K @120Hz over DisplayPort over Type C

External GPU

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Dock

Sold separately5Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/dockRead 30 September 2026Published as Docking Station, sold separately

Sold separately5Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/dockRead 30 September 2026Published as Docking Station, sold separately

Max output through dock

AValve Steam Deck LCD

Width (px)	Height (px)	Refresh rate (Hz)
3840	2160	60
2560	1440	120

Source5Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/dockRead 30 September 2026Published as Supports up to 4k 60hz, or 1440p 120hz

BValve Steam Deck OLED

Width (px)	Height (px)	Refresh rate (Hz)
3840	2160	60
2560	1440	120

Source5Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/dockRead 30 September 2026Published as Supports up to 4k 60hz, or 1440p 120hz

Dock ports

DisplayPort 1.4, HDMI 2.0, Gigabit Ethernet, 3 x USB-A 3.1 Gen1, USB-C power delivery passthrough input5Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/dockRead 30 September 2026

DisplayPort 1.4, HDMI 2.0, Gigabit Ethernet, 3 x USB-A 3.1 Gen1, USB-C power delivery passthrough input5Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/dockRead 30 September 2026Also a 6 inch captive USB-C cable to the Deck

Wireless

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Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi 51Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026Dual-band Wi-Fi radio, 2.4GHz and 5GHz, 2 x 2 MIMO, IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac

Wi-Fi 6E1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026Tri-band Wi-Fi 6E radio, 2 x 2 MIMO

Wi-Fi bands

2.4 GHz, 5 GHz1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026

2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026

Bluetooth

5.01Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026

5.31Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026

NFC

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Cellular

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Network

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Battery and charging

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Battery energyiEnergy rating of the handheld battery. Excludes batteries in detachable controllers and docks. Source notes name hardware revisions.

40Wh1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026

50Wh1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026

Battery capacityiCharge rating of the handheld battery. Excludes batteries in detachable controllers and docks. Different battery voltages are not directly comparable.

5,200mAh12Spec databaseen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steam_DeckRead 30 September 2026

6,470mAh10Spec databaseen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steam_DeckRead 30 September 2026

Claimed battery lifeiA range like 2 to 6.5 hours is one row with both values

AValve Steam Deck LCD

Use	Hours (from) (h)	Hours (h)
Gaming	2	8

Source1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026Published as 2 - 8 hours of gameplay

BValve Steam Deck OLED

Use	Hours (from) (h)	Hours (h)
Gaming	3	12

Source1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026Published as 3-12 hours of gameplay

Battery life (claimed, min)

2h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

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Battery life (claimed, max)

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12h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Wired chargingiMaximum supported charging input explicitly stated for the device. It is not automatically the wattage printed on the included adapter.

45W1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026Published as PD3.0 Type C power supply, 45W, 1.5m cable

45W1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026Published as PD3.0 Type C power supply, 45W

Charging standards

USB PD 3.01Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026

USB PD 3.01Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026

Charge 0 to 100 % (claimed)

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Charge limitiStops charging early to protect the battery

Yes15Press releasestore.steampowered.com/news/postsRead 30 September 2026May 22, 2025 SteamOS 3.7.8 first stable 3.7 release. General: Added Battery Charge Limit control to Settings->Power.

Yes15Press releasestore.steampowered.com/news/postsRead 30 September 2026May 22, 2025 SteamOS 3.7.8 first stable 3.7 release. General: Added Battery Charge Limit control to Settings->Power.

Bypass chargingiRuns from the charger without cycling the battery

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Charger in box

Yes3Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/deckRead 30 September 2026

Yes2Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/oledRead 30 September 2026

Included chargeriRated output power of the supplied adapter. This may exceed the handheld charging limit. Store per sold configuration when bundles differ.

45W3Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/deckRead 30 September 2026

45W2Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/oledRead 30 September 2026

Cooling

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Fans

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11Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026One fan in the top-edge diagram

Vapor chamber

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Custom fan curveiUser can set fan speed against temperature. A fixed preset or manual fan-speed slider alone does not qualify.

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Build

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Built-in kickstand

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Dust and water rating

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User-replaceable parts

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Thumbstick modules, Battery, Fan, SSD20Owner's manualifixit.com/Guide/Steam+Deck+OLED+Left+Thumbstick+Replacement/168652Read 8 October 2026Left thumbstick module has a documented OEM DIY replacement guide for Steam Deck OLED.21Owner's manualifixit.com/Guide/Steam+Deck+OLED+Right+Thumbstick+Replacement/168609Read 8 October 2026Right thumbstick module has a documented OEM DIY replacement guide for Steam Deck OLED.22Owner's manualifixit.com/Guide/Steam+Deck+OLED+Battery+Replacement/168676Read 8 October 2026Battery has an OEM DIY replacement guide. Requires discharge below 5%, internal disassembly and new battery adhesive. This field records documented repair access, not tool-free routine replacement.23Owner's manualifixit.com/Guide/Steam+Deck+OLED+Fan+Replacement/168674Read 8 October 2026Fan has an OEM DIY replacement guide. Requires internal disassembly and tools. This field records documented repair access, not tool-free routine replacement.24Owner's manualifixit.com/Guide/Steam+Deck+OLED+SSD+Replacement/168255Read 8 October 2026SSD has an OEM DIY replacement guide. Requires internal disassembly and tools. OLED-specific guide, not an LCD-only procedure. This field records documented repair access, not tool-free routine replacement.25Retailer pageifixit.com/Parts/Steam_Deck_OLEDRead 8 October 2026Valve OEM repair partner lists genuine OLED replacement batteries, fans and left/right thumbstick modules. OLED guide index covers both 512 GB and 1 TB models. Display assemblies differ by storage/glass variant and are not added to this common list.

Dimensions and weight

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DimensionsiExternal dimensions with supplied controllers attached. Width is left to right, height is top to bottom in handheld use and depth is the maximum front-to-back extent, including fixed protruding controls. Leave depth missing when only unqualified chassis thickness is published. A clamshell is measured closed, as makers publish it. Width is left to right, height is front to back of the closed device and depth is the closed thickness.

Width298Height117Depth49mm(11.7 × 4.6 × 1.9 in)1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026

Width298Height117Depth49mm(11.7 × 4.6 × 1.9 in)1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026

WeightiWhole handheld with the supplied controllers attached, without a dock or carrying case. A detachable battery pack that ships with the handheld is attached. Approximate maker figures are identified in source notes.

669g(1.5 lb)1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026Published as Approx. 669 grams

640g(1.4 lb)1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026Published as Approx. 640 grams

Weight without controllersiHandheld body only, without detachable controllers, dock or carrying case.

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Certifications

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Game compatibility programme

Deck Verified8Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/verifiedRead 30 September 2026

Deck Verified8Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/verifiedRead 30 September 2026Ratings apply to both LCD and OLED models

FCC ID

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Other certifications

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In the box

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In the box

Carrying case, 45W power supply3Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/deckRead 30 September 2026Compare Steam Decks table, 256GB LCD4Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220831133737/https://www.steamdeck.com/enRead 30 September 202614Owner's manualcdn.akamai.steamstatic.com/steam/apps/1675200/manuals/SteamDeckManual022022.pdfRead 30 September 2026Introduction states Deck, power supply and travel case included. Dock purchased separately.

45W power supply with 2.5m cable, Steam profile bundle2Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/oledRead 30 September 2026Base lists the items every OLED model ships with. Per-model lists are in variants

Carrying case

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Links

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Product page

www.steamdeck.com/en/deck3Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/deckRead 30 September 2026

www.steamdeck.com/en/oled2Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/oledRead 30 September 2026

Spec sheet

www.steamdeck.com/en/tech/deck1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/deckRead 30 September 2026

www.steamdeck.com/en/tech/oled1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026

Manual

cdn.akamai.steamstatic.com/steam/apps/1675200/manuals/SteamDeckManual022022.pdf14Owner's manualcdn.akamai.steamstatic.com/steam/apps/1675200/manuals/SteamDeckManual022022.pdfRead 30 September 2026Valve Steam Deck product manual, February 2022 document.

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EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

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