Valve is making a major return to the living room with the announcement of its next-generation Steam Machine and an updated Steam Controller, signaling a fresh push into the hybrid PC and console market. Revealed during a major hardware showcase, Valve confirmed that the new Steam Machine will launch in two models — a 512GB version and a 2TB version — with both available either as standalone devices or in a bundle with the new Steam Controller sometime in 2026.
The system features a semi-custom AMD Zen 4 CPU with 6 cores and 12 threads, paired with an AMD RDNA 3 GPU, delivering enough power for 4K gaming at 60 frames per second using FSR upscaling. With 16GB of DDR5 memory and 8GB of GDDR6 VRAM, Valve claims the Steam Machine will be more than six times more powerful than the Steam Deck.
While the company revealed full specifications, pricing and release dates remain undisclosed. The announcement comes ten years after the original Steam Machine project, which was released in 2015 but failed to gain traction. Valve eventually discontinued the line in 2018 after limited interest and slow adoption.The new Steam Controller has also been redesigned for improved comfort and precision, complementing the Steam Machine’s focus on both living room and desktop play.
Valve emphasized that both devices will run on SteamOS, giving players direct access to their full Steam libraries and the same flexible PC gaming experience offered by the Steam Deck.Valve’s renewed effort comes amid a growing trend of PC-console hybrid systems. Microsoft is reportedly working on an Xbox console that resembles a PC in functionality, while handheld and mini-PC gaming systems have surged in popularity since the Steam Deck’s debut.
Valve co-founder Gabe Newell commented on the announcement, saying:
“We’ve been very happy with the success of Steam Deck, and PC gamers have continued asking for even more ways to play all the great titles in their Steam libraries. Our work over the years on other hardware, and even more importantly on SteamOS, has enabled Steam Controller, Steam Machine, and Steam Frame to do just that.”
Gabe Newell
The upcoming Steam Machine marks Valve’s latest attempt to bridge the gap between PC performance and console convenience, this time backed by lessons learned from the success of the Steam Deck and advancements in PC gaming hardware.
Steam Machine features and specs:
Models
- 512GB model and 2TB model
- Steam Machine will ship in a bundle with Steam Controller and will also be available standalone
Specs
- CPU: Semi-custom AMD Zen 4 6C / 12T up to 4.8 GHz, 30W TDP
- GPU: Semi-Custom AMD RDNA3 28CUs 2.45GHz max sustained clock, 110W TDP
- Supports 4K gaming at 60 FPS with FSR
- Ray tracing supported
- Over 6x more powerful than Steam Deck
- 16GB DDR5 + 8GB GDDR6 VRAM
- 512 GB & 2 TB SSD models
- micro SD card slot for expanded storage/ portable catalog
- Internal power supply, AC power 110-240V
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- DisplayPort 1.4
- Up to 4K @ 240Hz or 8K@60Hz
- Supports HDR, FreeSync, and daisy- chaining
- HDMI 2.0
- Up to 4K @ 120Hz
- Supports HDR, FreeSync, and CEC
- Ethernet 1 Gbps
- USB-C 10 Gbps, 3.2 Gen 2
- 4x Type USB-A ports
- 2x USB 3 in the front
- 2x USB 2 in the rear
- 2×2 Wi-Fi 6E, dedicated BT antenna
- Integrated Steam Controller 2.4GHz radio
Other features
- Works with other controllers, accessories, and PC peripherals
- Wake with Steam Controller
- Runs SteamOS
- Familiar, gaming first user experience
- Fast suspend / resume
- Steam cloud saves, and all the other Steam features you’d expect
- Customizable LED bar
- Personalize with colors and animation
- Reflect system status (e.g. downloads, booting, updating)
Steam Controller features and specs:
Works with any device that runs Steam
- Windows / Mac / Linux PCs
- PC handhelds
- iOS / Android (with Steam Link)
- Steam Deck
- Steam Machine
- Steam Frame
Three ways to connect
- Steam Controller Puck
- Pre-paired, plug and play
- Proprietary wireless connection
- Low-latency (~8ms full end-to-end)
- 4ms polling rate measured at 5m
- More stable than Bluetooth
- Up to 4 Steam Controllers per Puck
- Bluetooth
- USB tethered play
Li-ion rechargeable battery
- 35hr+ play time
- Charge with Steam Controller Puck or USB
Magnetic thumbsticks (TMR)
- Improved responsiveness and reliability
- Capacitive touch
Grip sense
- Quick way to activate/deactivate gyro
- Assignable input
HD haptics
- 4x haptic motors
- 2x LRA haptic motors in trackpads for HD tactile feedback
- 2x High output LRA haptic motors in grips for HD game haptics including rumble
Full input list
- ABXY, D-pad
- L/R triggers, L/R bumpers
- Magnetic thumbsticks (TMR)
- View / Menu / Steam / QAM buttons
- 4x assignable grip buttons
- 2x trackpads with haptic feedback
- Pressure sensitivity for configurable click strength
- 6-axis IMU
- Capacitive grip sense
Steam Machine FAQ
What is the Steam Machine?
The Steam Machine is Valve’s new hybrid gaming system that combines PC power with console simplicity. It runs on SteamOS and gives players access to their full Steam library on a compact, high-performance device.
What are the Steam Machine specs?
Valve’s next-gen Steam Machine features a semi-custom AMD Zen 4 CPU (6 cores, 12 threads) and an AMD RDNA 3 GPU capable of 4K gaming at 60 FPS with FSR support. It includes 16GB DDR5 system memory and 8GB GDDR6 VRAM, available in 512GB and 2TB storage models.
How much will the Steam Machine cost?
Valve has not yet announced the official price of the new Steam Machine. Pricing details are expected closer to its release in 2026.
When will the Steam Machine be released?
The Steam Machine is expected to ship sometime in 2026, although Valve has not provided a specific launch date.
Is the Steam Machine a console or a PC?
The Steam Machine is a hybrid device—it functions like a console for plug-and-play gaming but offers the flexibility and customization of a PC. It runs SteamOS, allowing players to use it much like a traditional gaming computer.
Will the Steam Machine come with a controller?
Yes. The Steam Machine will be available both bundled with the new Steam Controller and as a standalone system.
