Valve has revealed pricing for Steam Machine and has opened sign-ups for a reservation system tied to the launch of its new gaming hardware. The device is being offered in four purchase paths across two storage options, with pricing listed in multiple regions.
Eligibility and Regions
Customers need a Steam account in good standing and must have made a Steam purchase before April 27, 2026. Sign-ups are limited to one per household, and payment method plus shipping address will be used to reduce duplicate entries. Separate lists are in place for North America, the United Kingdom, the European Union, and Australia.
Customers can sign up for multiple models if they want any available Steam Machine instead of a specific version. Once the randomization is complete and reservation or waitlist emails are sent, the model choice cannot be changed. In Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, and Hong Kong, ordering is handled through Komodo, Valve’s official distributor for those regions, and the product will not ship in South Korea.
At the time of writing, there are also no indications that Steam Machine will be officially available in the Philippines. However, it may eventually reach local buyers through select retailers, similar to how Steam Deck became available in the country through limited channels.
Pricing and Models
The Steam Machine is priced at USD $1,049 for the 512GB storage model. A bundle that includes the 512GB model and a Steam Controller is priced at USD $1,128.
The 2TB variant is priced at USD $1,349, while the 2TB bundle with Steam Controller costs USD $1,428. Both 2TB options include two extra faceplates in red fabric and solid walnut.
Specifications
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| CPU | Semi-custom AMD Zen 4 6C/12T, up to 4.8 GHz, 30W TDP |
| GPU | Semi-custom AMD RDNA3 28 CUs, 2.45 GHz max sustained clock, 110W TDP |
| RAM | 16GB DDR5 |
| VRAM | 8GB GDDR6 |
| Storage | 512GB NVMe SSD or 2TB NVMe SSD |
| Expansion | High-speed microSD card slot |
| Wireless | 2×2 Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3 with dedicated antenna |
| Controller Support | Integrated 2.4 GHz Steam Controller wireless adapter |
| DisplayPort | 1.4, up to 4K 240Hz or 8K60Hz |
| HDMI | 2.0, up to 4K 120Hz |
| USB | Two front USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, two rear USB-A 2.0, one rear USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 |
| Networking | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Power | Internal power supply, AC 110-240V |
| Size | 152 mm tall, 148 mm without feet, 162.4 mm deep, 156 mm wide |
| Weight | 2.6 kg |
| OS | SteamOS 3 (Arch-based) Desktop: KDE Plasma |
What Steam Machine Is Meant To Be
The Steam Machine is an extension of PC gaming rather than a traditional console, offering a plug-and-play living room experience while still functioning as a full PC that can run other apps or even another operating system. You’ll find more information here.
So, will you be getting one? Let us know in the comments!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: How many Steam Machine versions are available?
A: Four options are listed: 512GB and 2TB models, each sold either standalone or bundled with Steam Controller.
Q: When do sign-ups close?
A: Sign-ups close on Thursday, June 25 at 10 a.m. Pacific.
Q: When will reservation emails be sent?
A: Emails begin on June 25, and purchase emails for reserved customers start the week of June 29.
Q: What are the requirements to sign up?
A: Customers must have a Steam account in good standing, a Steam purchase before April 27, 2026, and only one signup per household.
Q: Why is the reservation order randomized?
A: The system is meant to reduce bot advantage, limit reseller behavior, and make the launch fairer for real customers.
Emman has been writing technical and feature articles since 2010. Prior to this, he became one of the instructors at Asia Pacific College in 2008, and eventually landed a job as Business Analyst and Technical Writer at Integrated Open Source Solutions for almost 3 years.
