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Steam Machine prices by configuration
At launch on June 22, 2026, US prices reported for the new Steam Machine varied by storage and bundle. Game Informer reported these launch figures:
| Configuration | Reported US launch price | What was included |
|---|---|---|
| 512GB Steam Machine | $1,049 | Steam Machine with 512GB storage |
| 2TB Steam Machine | $1,349 | Steam Machine with 2TB storage |
| 2TB Steam Machine bundle | $1,428 | 2TB Steam Machine and Steam Controller |
The Steam Store’s listing observed October 7, 2026, also showed $1,049 for Steam Machine, matching the reported 512GB launch price. The $1,349 and $1,428 figures are launch prices, not confirmation of today’s price or stock. Check Valve’s Steam Store listing for current regional pricing and availability.
Which Steam Machine does this price refer to?
This is Valve’s newer, singular Steam Machine, part of the Steam hardware lineup announced in November 2025 and launched on June 22, 2026. It is not a reference to the collection of third-party Steam Machines released in 2015. Valve’s Steam hardware announcement introduced the newer product; its launch announcement followed in 2026.
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- 1TB NVMe SSD
- 1280 x 800 HDR OLED display with premium anti-glare etched glass, 7.4" Diagonal display size up to 90Hz refresh rate
- Wi-Fi 6E
- 50Whr battery; 3-12 hours of gameplay (content-dependent)
- Carrying case with removable liner
What to check before trying to buy
Valve’s Steam Support page describes eligibility for its Limited Drop Program. The terms include eligible countries, a minimum age of 18, an unlimited Steam account, and a prior Steam purchase by a specified cutoff date. These conditions do not establish that reservations are open or that a unit is in stock. Review the current Limited Drop Program terms before acting; availability and eligibility can change.
The figures above are Valve’s Steam listing and reported US launch prices, not third-party marketplace quotes. No current Amazon price, seller, or availability is established here.
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