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Valve Discontinues Steam Deck LCD Amid Supply Chain Struggles

12/20/2025

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Valve Corporation has discontinued the $399 Steam Deck LCD model in the United States, leaving the $549 OLED version as the affordable option.
Valve Corporation has not provided a reason for discontinuation, though speculation points to RAM and storage costs tied to supply chain issues.
Competitors like Asus ROG Ally and Lenovo Legion Go are priced higher, raising questions about Valve's future product strategy amid device launches.

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Valve Corporation has discontinued the $399 Steam Deck LCD model in the United States, leaving the $549 OLED version as the affordable option.
Valve Corporation has not provided a reason for discontinuation, though speculation points to RAM and storage costs tied to supply chain issues.
Competitors like Asus ROG Ally and Lenovo Legion Go are priced higher, raising questions about Valve's future product strategy amid device launches.