The LCD of the Steam Deck is nearing the end of its lifecycle, which could impact your upcoming handheld purchase.

      Valve has announced that it is discontinuing the Steam Deck LCD 256GB model, and it will no longer be available once the remaining inventory is sold out.

      According to the Steam Deck store page, Valve is “phasing out the Steam Deck LCD 256GB model,” which indicates that it will disappear from the market when the current stock is exhausted.

      The announcement clarifies that while sales of this model will be ending, Valve will “continue to provide support for Steam Deck LCD on an ongoing basis,” alleviating concerns for current owners of the LCD version.

      Currently, the Steam Deck LCD 256GB is listed at $399 but is out of stock, while the Steam Deck OLED models are still available for purchase.

      This discontinuation is tied to the remaining inventory, with no specific date given for the change. Since the model is already marked as phased out on the store, any potential reappearance could be temporary.

      The OLED model has emerged as the more advanced option, offering richer blacks and improved contrast, as well as better battery life thanks to its updated internals. With the OLED version taking the lead, maintaining only a budget option for the LCD model seems less viable.

      For those interested in the $399 Steam Deck LCD 256GB, the best strategy is to see it as a limited-time purchase moving forward. While waiting might be an option, the phase-out announcement means you would be depending on any remaining stock.

      For those needing a device sooner, the practical reality is that Valve is currently promoting the OLED model, which stands as one of the top handheld gaming options on the market.

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