Valve has officially announced the launch date and pricing for its Steam Machine gaming PC.
The 512GB model will retail for $1,049, while the 2TB version will be priced at $1,349. Note that these prices do not include the Steam Controller; if you wish to purchase it as part of a bundle, the total will be $1,128 for the 512GB model and $1,428 for the 2TB version. However, you have the option to use your existing controllers with the Steam Machine. Additionally, both models come with two extra faceplates, made of red fabric and solid walnut.
For those interested in purchasing, you can sign up on the Steam store page until June 25th at 10:00 AM Pacific Time. Once the registration period closes, a one-time randomization will determine who can proceed with the purchase. Selected individuals will be notified to place their orders starting June 29th. If an individual fails to complete their order within 72 hours, the opportunity will be passed to the next person on the waiting list. Eligibility requires a Steam account in good standing with a purchase made prior to April 27, 2026.
The Steam Machine is equipped with a 6-core, 12-thread AMD Zen 4 CPU that can reach speeds up to 4.8GHz, alongside an AMD RDNA3 GPU boasting 28 compute units and a clock speed of up to 2.45GHz. It features 16GB of DDR5 system memory, configured as a single 16GB 5600 SO-DIMM in single-channel mode; however, the machine comes with two memory slots, allowing for future upgrades. Additionally, the GPU includes 8GB of GDDR6 memory and a built-in power supply unit.
Regarding storage, users can select from either 512GB or 2TB configurations. Since the Steam Machine utilizes standard M.2 drives, it’s easy to upgrade storage later without significant financial burden. A microSD card slot is also available, enabling seamless card swaps between the Steam Machine and the Steam Deck.
On the software side, the device runs on Valve's excellent SteamOS 3, which the company has also made available for installation on other systems via its website.
The Steam Machine was first announced in November of last year, but its launch was delayed indefinitely due to the ongoing memory crisis. Although Valve did not initially disclose a price, it became clear that the original launch price had to be revised significantly.
Recently, Valve also raised the price of the Steam Deck by 44%, bringing its 1TB model to $949, a steep price for a device that has garnered mixed reviews. In this context, the Steam Machine's price point—while still high—feels somewhat more reasonable.
Nevertheless, the Steam Machine is considerably more expensive than the $900 PlayStation 5 Pro and the $600 standard PlayStation 5, despite being roughly comparable to the latter in performance. While the Steam Machine operates as a Linux PC offering greater flexibility, those solely interested in PC gaming may find it more economical to build their own system, potentially achieving higher performance for a lower price, albeit in a larger form factor.
