The weather might be getting colder, but refurbished Steam Decks are available from valve at prices so hot, you won't need a jacket. The Latest Tech News, Delivered to Your Inbox

Ignoring the Steam Deck OLED isn't much of an option now, because the refurbished models are almost as cheap as new LCD models.

Like Valve’s refurbished versions of the original LCD model, which has a slightly smaller and slower screen, Valve says it gives each unit “an extensive examination involving

Valve is now selling refurbished versions of the Steam Deck OLED, with both 512GB and 1TB models currently available.

Cheaper versions of the top Valve gaming handheld could become available, as refurbished listing on Steam receives a major update.

The problem is that supply is wholly reliant on Steam Deck OLED owners returning their on-the-fritz handhelds under RMA. The more that selfishly continue to work normally, the fewer opportunities there’ll be to pick up a certified refurb at a bargain price.

There's the very real fact that Nintendo could upend the handheld market next year when it finally unleashes the Nintendo Switch 2 on the gaming world. But before you hand over between $419 and $524 that the device is predicted to cost, take a look at this Steam Deck OLED news from Valve.

If you've had your eye on discounts for the OLED version of Valve's Steam Deck portable gaming device, now may be the time to act. The company is selling certified refurbished OLED Steam Decks on its storefront at a discount of $110 to $130 depending on which version you choose.

Valve has introduced the Steam Deck OLED model into its refurbishing service, bringing the price down by 20% for certified refurbished OLED models.