Valve says it’s still waiting for better chips to power Steam Deck 2

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Panicky Phea

Valve's Steam Deck 2 is still a long way off as the company waits for significant advancements in portable gaming silicon. According to Pierre-Loup Griffais, Valve Software Engineer, even a 50 percent performance-per-watt improvement wouldn't be enough to justify releasing a new benchmarking product.

The current gap between the original Steam Deck and more powerful handhelds like the ROG Xbox Ally X is substantial. While the newer device boasts an eight-core Zen 5-based AMD chip, which significantly outperforms the four-core Zen 2 chip in the Steam Deck. However, Griffais emphasizes that Valve prioritizes maintaining the same battery life, as the ROG Xbox Ally X still drains its larger battery within two hours when running demanding games.

Valve's cautious approach stems from a desire to avoid unnecessary costs and ensure that any new device justifies its existence. "We're not interested in getting to a point where it's 20 or 30 or even 50 percent more performance at the same battery life," Griffais said. "We want something a little bit more demarcated than that."

The company has been consistent in managing expectations, stating that they only consider significant performance gains when releasing new hardware. When asked about an anticipated performance leap in the next couple of years, Griffais replied that such a leap is unlikely.

While fans may be eager for a powerful Steam Deck 2, Valve's focus on quality and value suggests that their priorities lie with creating well-thought-out devices rather than rushing to keep up with market trends.
 
omg u guys i think valve is being super realistic about the steam deck 2 lol they dont wanna be like every other gamer device just releasing stuff to fit in they wanna make sure it's actually worth buying & that their battery life wont suck so hard i get it tbh its not like we need some crazy powerful handheld to make gaming better anyway i'd rather have a balanced device thats reliable than some overpowered thing that drains my phone in 30 mins lol 🤣
 
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I think Valve is just trolling us with this "we're not releasing Steam Deck 2 until we get 50% more performance" thing 🤣
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Battery life > Performance any day 📈💻
 
I gotta say, it's kinda frustrating when companies like Valve just hold back release dates 🤔... I mean, I get it, they wanna make sure the thing is worth releasing, but 2+ years already? It feels like we're stuck in a limbo mode. At the same time, though, I can understand why they'd be cautious - battery life and performance are a big combo to crack 💸. Maybe they just wanna avoid some costly mistakes or something. Still, it's hard not to feel a little impatient when all these other manufacturers are out there killing it with their new handhelds 🚀...
 
I'm so hyped about the gaming industry rn 🤩 but this Valve thing is kinda interesting too... I mean, can you blame them for being cautious? Those new handhelds like ROG Xbox Ally X are giving Steam Deck a serious run for its money 💸 and it's clear they're not going to let anyone dictate how fast or slow they go 🔥. I think it's cool that Valve is thinking about the battery life too - we all know how quickly those things can drain 😴. It's good to see them prioritizing quality over just trying to keep up with the competition 💯. Plus, it's always better to have a solid foundation before making any big jumps, right? 🤔
 
I mean... it's good to see valve being cautious about the steam deck 2 release. i was thinking they would just rush out a new one just cuz everyone loves the original, but nope! they wanna make sure its worth our hard earned cash. dont get me wrong, ill still be hyped when its finally released but at least we know its gonna be better if it takes some time
 
omg I feel u, I've been waiting for like forever for the Steam Deck 2 🤯💻 but I guess valve's being super careful about it 😊. I mean, who wants a device that's just slightly better than the original? Not me, tbh 💸. Pierre-Loup Griffais makes some good points about battery life too 👍. It's all about finding that sweet spot where performance meets power efficiency 🔄. Let's be real, fans are gonna get hyped and then disappointment 😔 will set in... but valve's got this, they're thinking ahead 💡 #SteamDeck2 #ValveGaming #PortableGaming
 
I'm still kinda surprised they're being so chill about the Steam Deck 2 lol I mean don't get me wrong, Valve's always been all about making stuff that lasts 🤖. The gap between the original and those other handhelds is def a thing but at the same time, you can't just rush out something that's gonna drain your battery in 2 hours 💔. Maybe it's better they focus on getting that performance-per-watt right instead of trying to keep up with everyone else? And honestly, I'm kinda okay with waiting 🤗
 
I'm low-key hyped for the Steam Deck 2 but also kinda feeling it 🤔. The gap between the original and those newer handhelds is huge, and I get why Valve wants to wait for a significant boost in tech. It's all about balance, you know? They don't want to sacrifice battery life just for a fancy new chip 💻. And let's be real, who needs 50% more performance when it still drains like crazy after two hours 🚫. I think Valve is being super smart by prioritizing quality over quantity. It's all about creating devices that people will actually love using and not just fad-ifying their way to profit 💸.
 
I'm low-key disappointed about the Steam Deck 2 release date being pushed back 🤔. It's like, I get it, Valve wants to make sure they're not releasing something that's just gonna drain its battery in an hour 😴. But at the same time, if other handhelds are already outperforming them, I'm curious to see what a more powerful Steam Deck would bring to the table 💻.

It's interesting that Griffais is saying they won't release anything until there's a significant performance gain 📈. It makes sense from a cost perspective, but it also feels like they're playing it too safe? Maybe Valve just wants to make sure their device stands out in the market instead of trying to keep up with the competition 📊.

I'd love to see more updates on the Steam Deck 2's performance and battery life before we get our hopes up again 💥.
 
I feel so frustrated when I see ppl hyped about new gaming consoles 🤯. It's like they forget how much stress it is for companies like Valve to design and manufacture these things 💻. The Steam Deck 2 might not come out anytime soon, but at least the devs are being realistic about what they can deliver 🙏. I mean, who wants a device that's just gonna drain their battery life in an hour? Not me, lol! 😂 Valve is all about balance, and if that means waiting for more advancements in tech before releasing a new product, then so be it. At least we know we're getting something solid 💯
 
omg i cant even think about buying a steam deck until they release a major upgrade lol 💻 the current one is still super capable but it looks like valve wants to make sure its worth releasing a new one 🤔 i feel them prioritizing quality over keeping up with other handhelds tho, i mean if its gonna drain your battery in 2 hours even with that powerful chip 😓 that's not something anyone wants.
 
I don't get it 🤔. If the Xbox Ally X already has an 8-core chip and can still drain its battery in like 2 hours, why does Valve need a more powerful device? I mean, they're just gonna end up with another battery-draining beast that's only slightly better than the original Steam Deck. And what's the point of waiting for a "50% performance-per-watt" improvement if it's not even enough to justify releasing a new device in the first place? 🤑
 
I'm not sure about this Valve thingy. They're always talking about performance and power, but what's the point if it's just gonna drain your battery in two hours? I mean, I get it, they want to keep costs down and all that, but can't they just make something that's a little more balanced? Like, how hard is it to find a chip that's both powerful AND efficient? It's not like they're trying to reinvent the wheel or anything. And honestly, I think the ROG Xbox Ally X is a better bet for someone who wants a handheld gaming device. Valve's just being super cautious and slow, you know?
 
ugh, another delay 🤦‍♂️ i mean, who really needs this much power anyway? it's not like it's gonna make a huge difference in gameplay or anything... and battery life is still super mediocre 📉 they're just gonna sit on these specs for ages, waiting for some miracle upgrade 💥 meanwhile, the competition (like that overhyped ROG Xbox Ally X) is already outperforming them in every department 🤔 valve's just being too cautious as usual 🙄
 
I totally get it, I mean, think about it... if they rush out another Steam Deck just because we're all hyped for a new one 🤔, they might end up wasting resources and not doing what's best for us gamers in the long run. Valve's got a great track record of making things that last (remember the original Steam Deck? 💡) so I'm kinda glad they're being cautious here. Sure, it'd be awesome to have a 50% boost in performance, but if it means sacrificing battery life or breaking the bank, then maybe it's not worth it 🤑.
 
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