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Valve's Steam Controller: release it now to keep momentum before Steam Machine/Frame
technology5 days ago

Valve's Steam Controller: release it now to keep momentum before Steam Machine/Frame

With shortages delaying Valve's Steam Machine and Steam Frame into 2026, this article argues Valve should release the Steam Controller early. The controller is already ready and compatible with thousands of games, offering a tangible taste of Valve's hardware and potentially maintaining interest while other devices face supply delays; however, bundling and tariff considerations could complicate a standalone controller launch.

via PC Guide|
#shortages#steam-controller#steam-frame
RAM Shortages Push Xbox Ally X Price Up, Hinting at Steam Machine Hike
technology6 days ago

RAM Shortages Push Xbox Ally X Price Up, Hinting at Steam Machine Hike

Microsoft has raised the price of the ROG Xbox Ally X in Japan from 139,800 to 169,800 yen due to RAM shortages driven by AI demand, while the lower‑end model stays the same. With RAM costs rising, more price hikes are likely across the industry, potentially impacting Valve’s Steam Machine which has already faced delayed pricing and launch details as it competes in the handheld PC space.

via GAMINGbible|
#ram-shortages#rog-xbox-ally-x#steam-machine
RAM-cost surge could push Steam Machine pricing into risky territory
technology19 days ago

RAM-cost surge could push Steam Machine pricing into risky territory

Rising RAM and storage costs are forcing Valve to revisit Steam Machine pricing, with estimates ranging from about $599–$629 for the base 512GB model to roughly $849–$899 for a 2TB version; some analysts warn that $700 could be a death sentence while others forecast prices near $1,000 or more for high-end configurations. Valve’s lack of large-scale supplier leverage compounds the challenge, though a smaller package and direct-to-consumer sales could trim costs. The ultimate price will shape the device's appeal in a niche market against PlayStation and Xbox, and could limit overall sales if set too high.

via Ars Technica|
#hardware-costs#pricing#ram-storage-prices
Steam Machines Stall on Memory Shortage as Valve Reassesses Pricing
technology20 days ago

Steam Machines Stall on Memory Shortage as Valve Reassesses Pricing

Valve says the Steam Machine and Steam Frame launch timing and pricing are being revisited due to widespread memory and storage shortages, with potential price increases beyond the initial $700–$800 target. While release dates haven’t been ruled out, supply constraints are prompting a delay in concrete pricing. Valve maintains the hardware will support 4K 60 FPS with FSR, and plans to keep SSD/memory upgradeable, plus provide CAD docs for accessories. The memory crunch is also affecting other hardware launches in the industry.

via TechPowerUp|
#memory-shortage#pricing#ram
Valve delays Steam hardware rollout due to RAM shortage and price rethink
technology21 days ago

Valve delays Steam hardware rollout due to RAM shortage and price rethink

Valve says memory and storage shortages are forcing a review of the launch timetable and pricing for the Steam Machine, Steam Frame, and updated Steam Controller. While release dates aren’t officially changed, a concrete price point may be higher than the initial $700–$800 estimates due to RAM/SSD costs amid AI-driven demand. The hardware is still pitched to support 4K60 FPS with FSR, and CAD faceplate specs plus upgradeable SSD/memory are planned to enable third-party accessories.

via TechPowerUp|
#memory-shortage#pricing#steam-frame
AMD Eyes Early 2026 Window for Valve's Steam Machine
technology21 days ago

AMD Eyes Early 2026 Window for Valve's Steam Machine

AMD CEO Lisa Su said on an earnings call that Valve's AMD-powered Steam Machine is on track to ship in early 2026, marking Valve's second hardware push after a prior Steam Machine attempt. The remarks also reference Valve's current hardware ecosystem (including a Steam Controller and Steam Frame VR headset), and Su added AMD stands ready to support Microsoft's next-generation Xbox in 2027, though no formal announcements have been made.

via GameSpot|
#amd#lisa-su#steam-controller
Steam Machine 2026 on the Way; Xbox RDNA 5 SoC Targeted for 2027
technology21 days ago

Steam Machine 2026 on the Way; Xbox RDNA 5 SoC Targeted for 2027

AMD said Valve’s Steam Machine will ship in early 2026, and its semi-custom division is eyeing a 2027 launch for a next‑gen Xbox SoC based on RDNA 5. The Steam Machine specs are confirmed, while the Xbox chip (rumored as Magnus) is described as potentially packing a Zen 6/6c CPU and 68 RDNA 5 compute units, up to 48 GB of GDDR7, and an on‑chip NPU for AI, signaling a high‑end console/PC hybrid strategy alongside Sony’s PS6 plans.

via TechPowerUp|
#amd#magnus#rdna-5
Valve’s Steam Machine targets living room power with a 2026 debut
technology1 month ago

Valve’s Steam Machine targets living room power with a 2026 debut

Valve plans a 2026 launch for the Steam Machine, a compact PC‑console hybrid aiming for 4K/60FPS via upscaling, powered by a semi‑custom AMD Zen4 CPU and RDNA3 GPU with 16GB DDR5 RAM and up to 2TB SSD in a 2.6 kg small‑form‑factor; it runs SteamOS 3 and will debut alongside a redesigned Steam Controller and Steam Frame VR, with pricing not yet confirmed and potential drawbacks including 8GB VRAM and reliance on upscaling for future‑proofing.

via Geeky Gadgets|
#4k-60fps#steam-machine#steamos
Steam's 42M Peak Upends Console Rivalry as Valve Bets on Steam Machine
market-news1 month ago

Steam's 42M Peak Upends Console Rivalry as Valve Bets on Steam Machine

Steam hit a new all-time concurrent-player high of over 42 million, underscoring booming PC gaming and intensifying competition for Microsoft and Sony. Valve also plans to revive the Steam Machine, a Linux-based console-style device, which could erode Xbox and PlayStation market share by bringing more players into Steam. In markets, MSFT and SONY stocks dipped after the news, with analysts showing MSFT as a stronger-rated stock but Sony offering higher upside.

via TipRanks|
#market-news#msft#pc-gaming