Valve has big savings on the entry-level (LCD) Steam Deck<\/a>. You can take 25 percent off the 512GB model or 15 percent off the 64GB one, dropping their prices to $336.75 and $296.65, respectively. The sale runs through September 26 while supplies last for the two phased-out models.<\/p>\n The 512GB (NVMe SSD) LCD Steam Deck<\/a> initially cost $449, so the sale shaves over $112 off its MSRP. For some perspective, the OLED version<\/a> with the same storage costs $549. This deal on the (lower-grade but still high-quality) LCD variant is a terrific chance to get started with handheld PC gaming on the cheap.<\/p>\n Valve<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n The LCD Steam Deck has a seven-inch display (1200 x 800) with 60Hz refresh rates and 400 nits brightness. The 512GB model adds anti-glare etched glass that the 64GB lacks, so \u2014 if both fall within your budget \u2014 the former is a no-brainer upgrade at only $40 extra.<\/p>\n Both variants have 40Wh batteries with a theoretical eight hours of uptime, but our tests found they averaged around 4.5 hours with regular use. (If needed, you can squeeze more out by lowering brightness and refresh rates.) Each model includes a standard carrying case.<\/p>\n In Engadget\u2019s 2023 re-review of the LCD Steam Deck<\/a>, Jessica Conditt concluded the entry-level model offers \u201ca fantastic return on investment,\u201d even compared to its premium OLED sibling. Most mainstream games that launch today are classified as either Verified or Playable on Steam Deck<\/a>, and most gamepad-friendly games will fare well with the handheld.<\/p>\n The bottom line: Although the OLED model is worth the upgrade if it fits your budget, this LCD model<\/a> \u2014 especially when cut by up to 25 percent \u2014 is still a fantastic entry-level handheld gaming device that offers only a slightly compromised experience compared to the (much more expensive) high-end one.<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n