No, an AMD Ryzen Z2 Steam Deck isn’t in the works says Valve employee

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John Harrison

Fri, 10 Jan

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In anticipation of CES 2025, AMD hinted at the Ryzen Z2 Series processors coming to future handheld gaming PCs, including Valve’s Steam Deck. However, a recent statement from a Valve employee denied this claim, suggesting that a new Steam Deck model with a Z2 processor is not in the works. The initial announcement hinted at various gaming devices incorporating the processor, including the Steam Deck, to cater to the growing market segment. Despite speculation fueled by a marketing slide displaying the Steam Deck alongside the Z2 Series, Valve clarified that the slide aimed to showcase the processor’s compatibility with devices like the Steam Deck, without confirming a specific product. Currently, the latest Steam Deck model features a custom AMD APU, 16GB DDR5 RAM, NVMe SSD, and a 1280×800 OLED touchscreen for an immersive gaming experience. Valve’s designers have hinted that any potential new model will await significant advancements in technology without compromising battery life, indicating a future release is not imminent.

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