If you are looking for a more affordable alternative to Steam deck from Valve, the company now offers consoles refurbished at a reduced price. These refurbished and certified Steam Decks are available at GameStop and on the official Valve website.
Valve has announced that these refurbished handheld consoles have refurbished certification and undergo a certified testing process. Each unit undergoes a full factory reset, software update, and over 100 rigorous tests performed at Valve facilities. These tests cover everything from controller inputs to audio, screen and internal components. Battery health is also assessed to ensure proper operation and durability.
As for refurbished Steam Deck pricing, the 64GB model is offered at 319 dollars (instead of 399 dollars), the 256 GB model is sold at 419 dollars (instead of 529 dollars) and the high-end 512 GB version is available at 519 dollars (instead of 649 dollars). These discounts increase with storage capacity. Purchasing refurbished hardware directly from the manufacturer provides a one-year warranty and provides a cost-effective, like-new hardware experience without compromising software and warranty.
Valve assures that refurbished Steam Decks are guaranteed to be like new, although slight cosmetic defects may be present without affecting the functionality of the device. This initiative provides consumers with a more affordable option to enjoy the performance and experience of the Steam Deck.