Valve has begun taking reservations for the Steam Machine, and the first thing that stands out is the price. The entry point is already set at USD 1,049, while the highest bundle with a controller reaches USD 1,428.
That puts the device firmly in premium gaming territory before buyers even choose accessories. The Steam Controller is not included in every package and is sold separately for USD 99, although Valve also offers bundle options.
Reservation system and buyer requirements
The initial reservation window opens seven months after the device was announced. The first sale phase is scheduled to begin on 29 June through a lottery system instead of a standard open sale.
Valve is using a lottery for the first batch to reduce the risk of units being purchased in bulk and resold at higher prices. The approach also makes the opening process tighter, since not every applicant will immediately get a chance to check out.
Anyone who wants to join the reservation process must have a Steam account. Valve also requires that the account has made a purchase on the platform before 27 April.
Registration remains open until 25 June. After that deadline, Valve will randomize all entries to decide who gets a reservation slot and who goes on the waiting list.
Selected applicants will receive an email on 29 June with an option to order the Steam Machine. Those on the waiting list will only be able to buy later if stock remains available.
Prices and variants
Valve is offering two storage options, 512GB and 2TB. Each capacity is available either without a controller or in a bundle that includes one.
| Variant | Price |
|---|---|
| Steam Machine 512GB without controller | USD 1,049 |
| Steam Machine 512GB bundle with controller | USD 1,128 |
| Steam Machine 2TB without controller | USD 1,349 |
| Steam Machine 2TB bundle with controller | USD 1,428 |
The price gap between the standalone and bundled versions is lower than buying the Steam Controller separately. Even so, the entire lineup remains expensive by mainstream gaming standards.
Valve does not differentiate performance between the models in the core specifications. The main differences are storage capacity and whether the package includes a controller.
Main specifications
All Steam Machine variants use a semi-custom AMD Zen 4 6C/12T processor. For graphics, Valve pairs it with an AMD RDNA3 28CU GPU.
The device comes with 16GB DDR5 RAM and 8GB GDDR6 memory. That configuration positions the Steam Machine as a gaming system focused on PC titles through SteamOS.
Storage can also be expanded through microSD. Valve says this makes it easier to transfer games between the Steam Machine and Steam Deck.
Like the Steam Deck, the device runs SteamOS. That keeps the Steam Machine within Valve’s gaming ecosystem, centered on access to the Steam game library.
Connectivity and ports
For wired connections, the Steam Machine includes two USB 2.0 ports and two USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports. Valve also adds one USB-C port for additional needs.
The device can connect to a TV or monitor through DisplayPort 1.4 and HDMI 2.0. That setup shows the Steam Machine is designed for both living-room use and desk-based gaming rigs.
On the wireless side, the Steam Machine supports Bluetooth 5.3 and Wi-Fi 6E. Those features matter for modern accessories and faster internet connections when downloading large game files.
With two storage options, identical core performance across models, and a lottery-based launch, the Steam Machine’s early rollout is tightly controlled. For many gamers, however, the biggest headline remains the entry price, which already exceeds USD 1,000 before choosing the top bundle.
