Here are five Steam Deck accessories I'd prioritize this Prime Day

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Give Valve's handheld the Big Deal Days treatment.

Steam Deck with Prime Day cardboard box art on screen and mascot keyring hanging on right
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As a massive Steam Deck fan, accessories for the handheld are high up on my Prime Day priority list. While I'm sure some of you out there will have perhaps picked up a case and microSD card and called it a day, there are so many wicked add-ons that I couldn't use the portable PC without. So, if you'll indulge me, I'd like to share some of the top extras I'd pick up for Valve's powerhouse during Amazon's Big Deal Days event. 

I'm the nerd who tests all the best gaming handheld options as well as Steam Deck accessories for 12DOVE. Don't get me wrong, I'd likely go digging for related Prime Day gaming deals regardless, but it does mean I have a knack for sniffing out the good add-ons. Like it or not, gunning for the cheapest bargains doesn't always result in receiving great gear, and quality can be a massive issue within the space.

Naturally, there are some staples that I'd urge any handheld player to jump on, like Steam Deck docks and power banks. However, since Valve's device is effectively a PC, it's worth thinking outside the portable box when it comes to plucking out add-on deals. With that in mind, here are five Prime Day Steam Deck accessory deals I'd jump on while they're hot.

Jsaux 5-in-1 Steam Deck dock | $39.99$25.49 at Amazon using coupon Save $14.50 -

Jsaux 5-in-1 Steam Deck dock | $39.99 $25.49 at Amazon using coupon
Save $14.50 - This was the first docking station I ever used with Steam Deck, and it's still a solid option for hooking up to TVs and monitors.  You'll typically pay around $30 for this dock throughout the year, but an on-page coupon is currently knocking it down further.

Buy it if:  

✅ You want to play on an external screen
✅ You'd like to use your Deck as a console

Don't buy it if: 

❌ You want a full-blown PC setup
❌ You need something with a charger

Price check: Best Buy (out of stock) | Newegg $56.86

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Baseus Blade 100W power bank (1st gen) | $99.99$54 at Amazon using coupon Save $45.99 -

Baseus Blade 100W power bank (1st gen) | $99.99 $54 at Amazon using coupon
Save $45.99 - I almost always use this power bank with the Steam Deck, especially since you'll only get about an hour's gameplay when diving into new releases. To grab it for its absolute lowest price, you'll have to check the on-page coupon and buy through your Prime account, as this one is a subscriber exclusive.

Buy it if:  

✅ You take your Steam Deck travelling
✅ You want to power multiple devices at once

Don't buy it if: 

❌ You always play next to a power outlet
❌ You'd prefer something smaller

Price check: Best Buy (out of stock) | Newegg $158.99

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Asus ROG Cetra True Wireless earbuds | $99.99$64.99 at AmazonSave $31.50 -

Asus ROG Cetra True Wireless earbuds | $99.99 $64.99 at Amazon
Save $31.50 - I've been using these earbuds since the Asus ROG Ally arrived, and they hold up really well in terms of battery life and reliability. They've swiftly dipped back and forth from full price throughout the year, but you'll be able to grab them at their lowest during Prime Day.

Buy it if:  

✅ You want a reliable pair of Bluetooth earbuds
✅ You're looking for something with flair
✅ You need decent battery life

Don't buy it if: 

❌ You'd prefer a wired alternative
❌ You've already got a set of Bluetooth earbuds

Price check: Best Buy $64.99 | Walmart $99.99

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8Bitdo Ultimate Bluetooth Controller |$69.99$49.99 at Amazon Save $20 -

8Bitdo Ultimate Bluetooth Controller |$69.99 $49.99 at Amazon
Save $20 - I'm constantly on the hunt for new Steam Deck controllers, and 8Bitdo's Bluetooth gamepad is a great portable PC pairing. Luckily for us, it has just dipped to a new record low for Prime Day, and under $50 is a great price for a pad with a charging cradle, hall-effect sticks, and a 2.4GHz dongle.

Buy it if:  

✅ You need Bluetooth and 2.4Ghz
✅ You want to avoid stick drift

Don't buy it if: 

❌ You'd prefer a pro controller
❌ You're looking for something more compact

Price check: Best Buy $49.99 | Walmart $57.95

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Corsair MP600 Core Mini 1TB| $114.99$79.99 at AmazonSave $35 -

Corsair MP600 Core Mini 1TB| $114.99 $79.99 at Amazon
Save $35 - If you've got a Steam Deck with under 512GB storage, you'll know the pain of running out of space. This SSD likes to jump back up to around $100, but with Prime Day in swing, it's currently down to its lowest price.

Buy it if:  

✅ You keep running out of space
✅ You want to maximise capacity

Don't buy it if: 

❌ You'd rather invest in 2TB
❌ You don't want to open your Deck

Price check: Best Buy (out of stock) | Newegg $79.99

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Looking for more bargains? Swing by Prime Day monitor deals and Prime Day TV deals for screen savings. Alternatively, check out Prime Day tablet deals if you need a new daily driver.

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Phil Hayton
Phil Hayton
Hardware Editor

I’ve been messing around with PCs, video game consoles, and tech since before I could speak. Don’t get me wrong, I kickstarted my relationship with technology by jamming a Hot Wheels double-decker bus into my parent’s VCR, but we all have to start somewhere. I even somehow managed to become a walking, talking buyer’s guide at my teenage supermarket job, which helped me accept my career fate. So, rather than try to realise my musician dreams, or see out my University degree, I started running my own retro pop culture site and writing about video games and tech for the likes of TechRadar, The Daily Star, and the BBC before eventually ending up with a job covering graphics card shenanigans at PCGamesN. Now, I’m your friendly neighbourhood Hardware Editor at GamesRadar, and it’s my job to make sure you can kick butt in all your favourite games using the best gaming hardware, whether you’re a sucker for handhelds like the Steam Deck and Nintendo Switch or a hardcore gaming PC enthusiast.

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