Amazon Prime Day Steam Deck deals continue to offer some great savings, even after the safe has ended. There have been plenty of offers sighted already over the past few days that are sure to tempt handheld gamers, with big savings on accessories such as docks, headsets, protective cases, and even memory cards. Whether you regularly game on the go or prefer to keep your Steam Deck docked at home, there are lots of bargains out there that will improve your experience.
On the grand scheme of things, many of the best gaming handheld consoles are far from new, but the fresh wave of handheld PCs such as the Steam Deck OLED are still relatively recent additions to the market, with powerful tech making them tempting options for those who fancy delving into the best PC games on the go or just curled up in bed rather than sat at a desk. The experience can be improved even further with some of best Steam Deck accessories, if you're a serious handheld connoisseur.
But with so many deals flowing in, where should you begin? Admittedly, it can be overwhelming, and as is the case with any Amazon Prime Day event, the discounts and stock levels are constantly changing, meaning deals are coming in and out all of the time. However, we've been keeping up with all the latest bargains on offer from US and UK retailers, and you can find all of our top picks below for handheld consoles, accessories, Steam Deck docks, and more.
Best Steam Deck deals
US deals:
Valve: 15% off select Steam Deck models
Rivals: Grab $100 off ASUS ROG Ally
Docks: Docking stations for under $20
Cases: Protective covers starting at $16
Storage: Compatible SSDs from $52
Power Banks: Battery chargers from $24.99
UK deals:
Valve: 15% off select Steam Deck models
Rivals: Grab £111 off ASUS ROG Ally
Docks: Jsaux docking stations for under £30
Cases: Kickstand shells starting at just £6
Storage: Up to 18% off Compatible SSDs
Power Banks: Battery chargers from £37.99
Today's best Prime Day Steam Deck deals
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 end?
There's not long left to take advantage of Amazon Prime Day deals, as we're on the second and final day of the sale. When the clock strikes midnight going into July 18, the event will be over, so if you want to grab an offer, be sure to do so sooner rather than later.
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.
