Prime Day Steam Deck deals are almost here, and a bunch of great accessories, add-ons, and more are set to receive a discount. You'll have to go directly to Valve to pick up the handheld PC itself, and you can already grab Deck discounts head of time thanks to the Steam Summer Sale. However, Amazon has you covered when it comes to handy compatible gadgets. So, if you're waiting for the opportune time to kit out your Deck, you'll want to stick with us as we run through what to expect from the big sale.
Portable PCs are a relatively new thing, but Prime Day gaming deals can kick even the best gaming handheld options down to record-low prices. Again, you'll have to go directly to Valve for machines like the Steam Deck OLED, but the storefront giant is known for joining in other retailer's sales. Of course, we're also expecting plenty of the best Steam Deck accessories to get the chop, with previous years providing plenty of add-on offers to grab hold of.
Naturally, you don't have to wait until events like Prime Day to grab handheld offers, and we frequently spot Steam Deck docks and other peripherals dropping outside of sale periods. That said, Amazon's big July bonanza sets the stage for the deep discounts to emerge. To prepare for such a feast, we've whipped up a guide on what to expect from the event this year, alongside some points on which products to look out for.
Best Steam Deck deals ahead of Prime Day
US deals:
Valve: 15% off select Steam Deck models
Rivals: Grab $70 off Lenovo Legion Go
Docks: Jsaux docking stations for under $30
Cases: Protective covers starting at $16
Storage: Compatible SSDs from $79
Power Banks: Battery chargers from $49
UK deals:
Valve: 15% off select Steam Deck models
Rivals: Grab £45 off Lenovo Legion Go
Docks: Jsaux docking stations for under £30
Cases: Kickstand shells starting at just $6
Storage: Up to 17% off Compatible SSDs
Power Banks: Battery chargers from £39.99
Today's best Steam Deck deals ahead of Prime Day
What to expect from Prime Day Steam Deck deals 2024
Before we get onto any Prime Day Steam Deck deal predictions, it's worth pointing out that Valve already has Steam Summer Sale discounts live right now. At the moment, you can grab 15% off the 64GB and 512GB LCD model, bringing their respective prices down to $296.65 and $381.65. This current wave of discounts is set to end on July 11 at 10am PDT, so if you're not after the OLED version, you might want not want to wait for Amazon's big sale.
That said, if Valve does decide to whip up some Prime Day Steam Deck discounts, there's a chance other versions will show up for less. Ideally, we're looking for the base 256GB LCD model to drop from $399.99 to $349, with the 512GB OLED handheld drifting below the $500 mark. If previous discounts on the older LCD flagship device are anything to go by, the 1TB OLED option may also end up with over $100 off, and we reckon dropping from $649.99 to $549.99 will distract some of you from buying a ROG Ally instead.
We're expecting to see some price cuts on the device this year during the likes of Prime Day, especially since the two models above are still in stock. That's despite the fact Valve says it's phasing out the two LCD versions, so using Amazon's sale as an excuse to chop prices further makes sense. That said, the OLED model might also end up slightly cheaper too, but we'll have to wait and see what the portable PC maker has up its sleeve.
As for what you'll be able to grab using your Prime subscription, you should be able to grab sweet savings on docking stations, cases, and more. Our current favorite dock, the Baseus 6-in-1, dropped to just above $30 last year, setting a new record low for the add-on. Jsaux also showed up to the bargain bin party, with its dock diving from $39.99 to $25.99. The event has also proven to be a good time to look out for things like wireless earbuds, and we were digging discounts on Asus' ROG Cetra buds that brought them down to $79.99.
Just like when your grandma calls every vacuum a Hoover or every console a Nintendo, sometimes the best Steam Deck deals aren't on Steam Decks. By that, I mean Amazon's sale could be a perfect opportunity to pick up an alternative like the Asus ROG Ally or Lenovo Legion GO. The cheaper variant of the Ally specifically has already semi-permanently dropped to $399.99, and the top model often dips to $599.99 during annual sales.
Asus also just officially announced the ROG Ally X, a revamped version of the original with improved specs and battery life. That should help instigate some offers on the original as we charge towards July, and it could even prompt other brands to get competitive. In any case, you'll want to also keep an eye on Prime Day Asus ROG Ally deals for offers on the laptop maker's portable PC.
There's even a brand new version of the MSI Claw set to arrive soon, and while it's not our first portable PC choice, grabbing the original might be worth while if it drops to a low enough price. Ideally, you'll want to keep things as close to the $400 mark as possible, but that's unlikely given it normally costs $800 (ouch).
FAQ
When do Prime Day Steam Deck deals begin?
Amazon Prime Day will run across two days, from July 16 to July 17. Kick off is staggered by region, meaning that Amazon US' Prime Day event will start 12 AM PT, whereas Amazon UK's will begin 12 AM BST. Not that you necessarily have to wait for the event, as great offers are known to pop up before and after the sale season.
Do you need a Prime membership for Prime Day Steam Deck deals?
You'll only need a Prime membership for the Amazon offers exclusively reduced for members, but we often see plenty of discounts pop up that technically don't require a monthly fee. That said, if you're new, you'll be able to sign up for a 30-day free trial, get access to every offer, and take advantage of free delivery.
Looking for more Amazon-related savings? Swing by Prime Day gaming laptop deals and Prime Day Nintendo Switch deals for more portable offers. Alternatively, take a peek at Prime Day iPad deals if you're feeling a little fruity.
