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New Steam update shows four Steam Machine models, though we still don't have a release date

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Submitted ⁨⁨3⁩ ⁨weeks⁩ ago⁩ by ⁨Fubarberry@sopuli.xyz⁩ to ⁨steamdeck@sopuli.xyz⁩

https://www.pcgamer.com/hardware/gaming-pcs/new-steam-update-hints-at-four-separate-steam-machine-models-and-a-reservation-system/

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  • Fubarberry@sopuli.xyz ⁨3⁩ ⁨weeks⁩ ago

    The four models are probably 2 storage sizes, with or without an included controller.

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    • panda_abyss@lemmy.ca ⁨3⁩ ⁨weeks⁩ ago

      They have disclosed 2 storage sizes in their tech specs (512gb NVMe SSD vs 2tb), you’re probably right on the controller.

      My only disappointment is the one USB-C port and 4 USB A ports. If it were me I’d trade a microsd slot and usb a3 for a usbc.

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      • Cethin@lemmy.zip ⁨3⁩ ⁨weeks⁩ ago

        I think the micro SD is important for what they’re trying to do. I think you can store games on it and play it on the Deck or Machine, just by moving the card, IIRC.

        I agree, it isn’t what I’d want, but the entire product isn’t what I want. It’s not really made for people who are willing to build a PC for themselves.

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      • echodot@feddit.uk ⁨3⁩ ⁨weeks⁩ ago

        My gaming headphones still use USB A so I guess that’s why that’s there. But yeah, I don’t need 4.

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      • PalmTreeIsBestTree@lemmy.world ⁨3⁩ ⁨weeks⁩ ago

        I wonder if that usb c could run an external gpu

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    • BananaTrifleViolin@piefed.world ⁨3⁩ ⁨weeks⁩ ago

      Or maybe lower RAM models to try and have entry level machines that are at least tolerably priced since AI distorted the RAM market?

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      • jordanlund@lemmy.world ⁨3⁩ ⁨weeks⁩ ago

        They could do a base model where you supply your own RAM and storage…

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    • mrmaplebar@fedia.io ⁨3⁩ ⁨weeks⁩ ago

      I think you're probably right, but I also think selling the Machine without the Controller is an odd choice, given Valve's bigger vision of it being a living room console.

      With that said, they've already sold many of us a controller, so... It's kind of a mess.

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  • Midnitte@beehaw.org ⁨3⁩ ⁨weeks⁩ ago

    Seems like they’re getting ready to launch soon

    Will be curious when the Frame launches (I have a Steam Deck and a Desktop, so im more interested in that) - I would have figured it would have launched first given the architecture

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  • let_s_get_started@lemmy.zip ⁨2⁩ ⁨weeks⁩ ago

    The 4 models could as well be: -512gb storage -2tb storage -unit without storage but with ram -unit without ram but with storage

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