The Steam Deck costs $789, but this handheld does the same thing for $599

While handheld gaming PCs have existed since before Valve’s own iteration, they were in no way affordable, performant, or standardized. It was initially meant as the entry-level Xbox handheld, retailing at $599 and meant to compete with the Steam Deck OLED. Things have changed now, and the Steam Deck OLED costs nearly $800, making it wildly out of reach for most consumers. The Steam Deck OLED is still a better experience overallSteamOS makes all the differenceRobin John / MakeUseOfRobin John / MakeUseOfRobin John / MakeUseOfRobin John / MakeUseOfRobin John / MakeUseOfClose Robin John / MakeUseOfRobin John / MakeUseOfRobin John / MakeUseOfRobin John / MakeUseOfRobin John / MakeUseOfWindows 11 on a handheld is still an objectively inferior experience. If you’re looking for a gaming handheld (and can afford one), the best time to buy one is right now.