Ya know…. I said the same thing myself. Come to find out the Switch is a goddamn headache to emulate and I’ve yet to get it up and running. Tried several Prod and Title Keys from many sites, firmware files so far haven’t worked and it’s hard as shit to even find ROMS…
And then realize that Steamdeck can't emulate the Switch for the most part... And it's better to just buy an Unpatched switch, mod it so you can just overclock that switch and run the games in it with better performance...
You are not an Nintendo fanboy, you would only own the switch. If you were I’m more Nintendo fanboy than you because I only own a switch and have no intention of owning a steam deck ever it is a new device designed to appeal to the superficial, shallow, narrowminded, spoilt, and entitled PC master race crowd, I accept the steam deck is going to win in graphics and performance over the switch, but that stuff don’t matter to me too much. It’s all about the games and Nintendo has the steam deck beat when it comes to the fun factor on games and exclusives ultimately, has more of a mass appeal for the mainstream done the steam deck.
@@Adamtendo_player_1 I own every Nintendo game console apart from Virtual Boy(which I would have no use for).I do like better quality graphics on Stem Deck,but will still use my Switch for N exclusives.I'm a big fan of portable gaming and love Nintendo but now on Deck I can play Elden Ring on the go.You can own multiple different systems and be a fanboy of one you know.I own more than 20 game consoles an over 400 games at the moment.Nintendo always have this magic in their exclusive games.But just exclusives
@@Adamtendo_player_1 wow check it out: Nintendo fanboy #441561 here. Spreading the passive aggressiveness of his Nintendo fuhrer. Better stick to your outdated and choking mobile Nvidia chip package and be careful what you say or do. You might get your ass sued by your master. You are not the target audience with Steam Deck, you know nothing about Linux, the idea of clicking install probably induces phobia and heart palpitations in you. In other words, stick to the couch and don't go in the woods if you are afraid of bears. Mario Kart 17 will be out soon, don't worry.
The Steam Deck has WAYYYYY more games and more capabilities and possibilities. And I think that some of its shortcoming are not very big obstacles. So, I'd get the Steam Deck.
It’s most definitely exciting and promising; a great console. However, it is probably best to wait for attempt two when they have refined and optimized the console a bit more.
I have both the oled model switch and the 256 gb model steam deck with an upgraded internal ssd, I frankly go for my steam deck more because i can continue my saves from my computer (so long as the game supports cloud save through steam) and not have to worry about restarting at all.. Switch your basically forced to restart unless its one of the ones that was brought into the fold of cross progression. Pc gamer98% of the way
The biggest difference I would say there is between the switch and deck isn’t what’s physically different (I mean yes but) it’s their target audience. Switch is mostly a family console that is simply just a ‘put in game, play’. The deck, while a streamlined pc device for gaming, it still carries some of the pc dna in it. It’s audience is more gamer focused then just ‘people who might dabble or want an entertainment with friends and family’. Like you said, not only does the switch come with 2 controllers, but also comes with a tv dock, while the deck, all of those are additional purchases. If I wanted to get a console for kid, I would go for the switch. Even for an adult, depending on their lifestyle and how much they play, I would recommend a switch. But someone who already has some sort of steam library and is willing to do some small extra steps to optimise the deck, it is one of the best options out right now. The only thing I would correct you on is while handheld, the deck is limited to its 720p resolution, you can pretty much make it any resolution once hooked up to an external display (obviously not recommended to do 4K). While the switch for some games can go above 720, none go to 1080 (I believe).
The switch is for everybody. Stop generalising the switch as a family system. It’s not I would generalise the steam deck as a device for a minority of PC gamers who are arrogant elitist and entitled and thankfully they are a minority just like the steam deck been a niche system that will never have the magic and brown power of the Nintendo,
@@Adamtendo_player_1 So you say we can't generalize switch as a family system, yet you generalize deck users as an offensive term. Listen up kid, switch is from 2017, high efficiency arm chip that is meant for, primarily for kids, and then for adults, and play as that. No surprise that Nintendo sells more because has a wider range of selling points, while PC users are usually more niche in comparison. Even tho, those two platforms got something for everyone, I like how convenient the switch could be, with the joycons, and I like how the deck can run almost everything, while maintaining a console-like experience, even tho is a PC.
Idk man I got a pretty massive steam collection on a very expensive rig that also has its own dedicated game room with all of my shelves of physical media for my consoles… I would say I am not just a ‘casual’ gamer, and I play the switch quite a lot.
@1008md I'm guessing you've never used a Steam Deck. When you search for games in the Steam store, just like you would in Nintendo's digital store, you can scroll down to see if the game is Steam Deck verified. If you buy games that say they are verified, the game will work with no tinkering. They even have a section that is only verified games.
My joycons actually broke preventing them from sitting in the rail properly so i was forced to use tabletop mode for a while and it wasnt that annoying, besides needing to bring the controller grip around
i just can't see these two actually being compared. one is your traditional console, and another is basically just a consolized gaming oriented linux laptop with complete freedom to do whatever. did enjoy the watch though. ill sub. like hearing peoples takes on products i enjoy. i love both systems and do use the deck more... until totk came out. you can get that legally running on sd though pretty well now if you own the game. dont want to go through the effort so switch it is.
I’ve been a Nintendo gamer for decades. Love my switch and it’s been my primary system. With that said, I’d recommend the average person to buy a steamdeck. I’m looking to get one myself since my laptop is up in age, then I’ll have the best of both.
Great video, great editing and great pacing! One thing I've heard about the Switch is that unless you're a kid or have very small hands then it can be quite awkward to play for extended sessions. You can apparently remedy this by purchasing a controller grip peripheral but this ups the overall size of the device to something similar to the Steam Deck and eliminates the portability advantage that the Switch holds over the Deck. Another thing to note is that titles exclusive to the Switch (and older Nintendo consoles) are extremely easy to get running on the Deck via the emulation tool EmuDeck. As a Steam Deck owner and someone whose only previous experience of Nintendo titles was those released on the Game Boy Advance, it's been a joy to finally have access to the entire Nintendo catalogue on a portable device that also runs all my PC games.
Thanks for the heads up. I went to Best Buy today to test out the Nintendo Switch and realized how damn small it is. I feel like every handheld is directed toward children or people with small hands. I didn't want the steam deck because it was too big but I realize now that I would much rather play on a larger screen with more comfortable grips. I can also get all the Final Fantasy games that are on Switch on Steam as well.
Switch is more for like a casual user or kid. You just start the game and play. Also, if you're not playing AAA games but indie / pixel art games then it may be even great for you too. BUT The Steam Deck, month by month was getting better. There are tons of indie games there. You can then play emulators, such as PSP, GameCube, or even Switch (most of the games), nicely down within EmuDeck. Then, obviously you have less demanding games like Fallout New Vegas or Witcher, than even on low settings look waaay better than on Switch ever will. If you're a former PC player knowing AAA titles graphic then it is really hard to switch to ... Switch, to play for example Witcher. The GFX is really dated. Also, on Steam Deck, you can stream your games locally (via Remote Play, but honestly 10x better is Moonlight / Sunshine - you can set it up in 10 mis) and then REAL fun starts. You can play literally any game. Modded GTA 5 that look crazy. Or some Windows game non available on Steam OS, or trickier to install such as online games. I play Fallout 4, GTA 5, Fallout New Vegas (with mods), Virtua Fighter 5 (PS3 Emulator) - some streamed locally, some installed on Steam Deck. You can even sync your saves (if not on Steam Cloud) via for example Syncthing. This is how I sync Yuzu (Switch Emulator) saves on Deck with Yuzu saves on my PC. Honestly, I love my Switch Lite. BUT when I got Steam Deck, it changed everything. Also, Steam Deck is much more comfortable. On the other hand, used Switch Lite cost around 120-140 $ (Depending on country). Steam Deck is much more expensive.
i just think getting a gaming laptop would be better then getting a steam deck. the overall experience seems less refined. while nintendo is lacking performance and flexibility the overall experience is designed towards portability and switching between handheld and tv screen play works seemlessly.
@@Namyoungkim-w5vi have a PC and a Steam Deck Laptops need to stay plugged and have bulky chargers I can play my steam deck on my bed and leave it unpluggedfor a bot depending in the game im playing. Fir Genshin i get like 3 hours, Cuphead i get 5
I don’t give a shit about the so-called advantages of the steam deck they don’t need anything to me because it doesn’t have the games care about Nintendo switch. Does it’s why it’s better than the steam deck because of its games and I’ll call it shit deck because it’s nothing but a mid range PC at best well the switch has the magic of Nintendo games which is something deck will never have.
It’s the steam deck, reason being that the steam deck has more games, exclusive if you will. The games are also cheaper and you get good deals on sales. The games run and look better. You get a better experience on the steam deck playing the Witcher than on switch.
Here's my take: the Switch has a lot more flexibility and is easier and friendlier to use, but the steam deck has A LOT more accessibility and versatility. And this is where I think steam deck will win in the long run: the likelihood of your game being available on SD is higher than it being available on NS, meanwhile the likelihood of Valve making another version of the SD that can be taken apart like the switch is also very high considering it's much younger. As someone who never owned a console before, I'm scared of the idea of having to spend money on every game I already bought ON TOP of buying a console, but with Steam Deck, I don't have to worry about that.
I’m debating between the Switch and the Steam Deck, and honestly I’d probably end up getting both. The portability of the Switch is really appealing to me. I’ll probably end up getting the Switch first. Like you said, I agree that the possibility of Steam improving the Steam Deck is much more likely. So I’ll be sitting back and waiting for an improved (and hopefully more portable) version in the future
Admit it you’re a Nintendo fanboy lol the steam deck beats the switch in so many ways the only thing the switch has over the steam deck is battery life and the oled screen
@@lowkeyfiasco Fake news. Mine is true. “Bear in mind that Nintendo only guarantees free out-of-warranty Joy-Con repairs in North America and Latin America.” Guest this evil company really hate the rest of the world.
Not in battery life. No matter how you slice it, the switch offers better battery life out of the box in addition to better aftermarket battery solutions. For around 30-40 bucks you can get a battery case that will literally triple your battery life while keeping the switch around the same footprint/weight of a steam deck Mind you, I'm probably gonna sell my switch after I buy a small gaming laptop. The options and game selection as well as game costs beat out the switch handily. But as a handheld gaming device and all the perks that benefit portability? the switch is still the best That doesn't undercut what valve has achieved with the steam deck, though
It’s all about the games and accessibility for me along with easing news and and you can try to convince me just how much better the steam deck is on a technical level blah blah blah blah blah. The steam deck will never have the magic or the charm of an Nintendo switch for me, it’s all about the games and accessibility, ease of use, and in that regard, the Nintendo Switch handedly beats the steam deck, which is only designed to appeal to a small minority of superficial narrowminded, shallow, entitled and spoilt brat gamers the PC Master race crowd.
Are you ok!? The deck emulates 90% of the switch library and in many cases at better framerate and resolutions. Also every console from the ps3 down throughout history. Oh ya and every PC game and streams Xbox game pass etc. Like dude, games and accessibility? LOL!@@Adamtendo_player_1
I received my Nintendo switch last Christmas right before the steam console came out. I'm feeling really cornered with my options as far as the genre I enjoy playing. Which is multiplayer animal/dragon/dinosaur games. I'm really disappointed and wish I would have waited for the steam console
The video didn't address the big elephant in the room. Even if the 'Switch mark 2' is backward compatible, I can guarantee you that the 'Switch 3,4,5...' will not play the games you currently paid for with your hard earned cash. Nintendo and Sony also have a habit of closing stores down (Wii U, 3DS, PSP). Although they do say that you can still download your purchases "for the foreseeable future". Its likely my Steam library will still be there long after Nintendo closes the Switch store. After all, I can still download and use all my games I've bought on Steam over the last 20 years. The 'Steamdeck 2' when released will also play my current library in better resolution, detail, effects and framerate than the current model as well, breathing new life into these games.
Such a cool comparison! In-depth, funny, and to-the-point. I just couldn't quite get what you meant by Joy Cons 'drifting' because I've never heard about such a thing and had to Google it.
but in switch you don't even need to buy more storage from the base model and you can resell games for 80% of the price you bought if you use game chips. i think for the deck you pretty much obligated to buy the 256 model or above
@@Namyoungkim-w5v yep for base users i recommend 256 or above but if you are a bit experienced in switching out drives from PC / laptop you can replace the 64 gb emmc with a 1 tb SSD Wich is amazing price to value. But in general I think the comparison with switch to deck is rather meh. One point I give to the switch is being child friendly
I’d be curious on you revisiting this video now that the Steam Deck has the OLED version. I don’t see why anyone would want a switch with all the freedom the steam deck has. Other than the proprietary Nintendo games
No competition it's steamdeck. Unfortunately though, it is still not available in most countries. Although the exclusives on switch are worth it, and the indie games play great on it.
I love how lightweight the Switch is (and the SD is kinda clunky if we’re being honest), but I use my SD wayyyyy more often than the Switch. Lots more options in the genre that I like to play. 🤷🏼♀️
Wait this review only came out 9 months ago and you didn’t know about the OLED steam deck??? I didn’t realize the oled version was so knew, I thought it came out a while ago.
that's how it's been for me. quite a bit of em work just fine. however some of em do have some performance issues. but understandable given the compatibility layer overhead + that layer not being optimized for it yet. There's been some improvements though. Sonic generations is still listed as unsupported, and always did run, but had huge performance issues struggling to hit 60 at all. It runs much better now, still has some parts where it dips, but the overall experience is way more playable. And aye, steam deck has OLED Variants now.
I don't own either system, but have been considering getting one of them. There's a number of considerations, and for me the game selection is the hardest one. On the one hand, there's a far wider selection of games you can play on the Steam Deck (i.e. games you can play on a PC), but on the other hand, some of the Nintendo exclusives are pretty appealing (Zelda, Pokemon, and Mario are the three I'm most interested in). I used to have a Gameboy back in the day, and grew up on those games, and since I haven't had a Nintendo console since the DSi came out, I haven't been able to play any of them, and have missed out on multiple generations of those titles. However, it sounds like you can emulate some Switch games on the Steam Deck (and of course, emulate many other consoles), but from what I'm hearing some people have issues with some titles running properly. Tradeoffs, tradeoffs. I'd probably get the Steam Deck though.
Steam Deck can easily act as joycons, I do it the usb-c way and it's pretty good actually, 120hz, hdr, hi-res, max brightness, altough the deck charges trough the monitor, the monitor needs to be plugged if you want all these. If you're fine with up to 80hz, no hdr, a bit lower brightness and resolution up to 900p, no need for power and again no need for extra controller.
I did get a steam deck. I thought it would be perfect as a portable pc when i go to my girlfriend and could game aswell and i already got a bunch of steam games. But the funny part is that the steam deck made me use my oled switch in handheld more than before so i actually sold me Steam deck after a few months of not using it anymore 😅 My Oled switch got exchanged for the Zelda, totk edition 👍
Switch will end up costing you more money. The consoles themselves are cheap but the game prices and switch online means that in the lifespan of the console (6-7 years) you will end up spending the same as on the steam deck (especially if you live in a country with cheap steam games like argentina)
As an Xbox and Retroarch player it really boils down to do I want the arsenal of Nintendo 2d platformer or do I want to finally be able to play the Last of Us lol
This statement is not true. The Nintendo Switch is one of the MOST challenging systems to emulate, requiring enormous processing power (Desktop-grade CPUs) and HEAVY optimizations. I doubt you can play “any” Switch game on this console. I love the Steam Deck, but let's try to keep it accurate.
The main reason I chose the Nintendo Switch is, because I simply can play on my PC at home if I want better frame rate or graphics. The switch's battery life is significantly larger, and it's simply lighter, so I can take it onto my campus on longer days without hurting my back with any extra weight. I still believe the steam deck is better for some use cases, but for my case, the choice was obvious.
While I do not fully agree with the outcome I will say it was done fairly. The switch has won and its sales represent that, but the steam deck in my opinion is better.
Steam Deck Oled changes things by at least 1 point. For now. At this point there are several aftermarket controller options for the Switch that can keep your investment still at or less than The Steam Deck level-model dependent. This video needs an update.
Honestly, ppl are so fixated on negatives with the Switch being underpowered, but honesty that just makes me optimistic. You gotta remember the Switch is running on old hardware and was released in 2017. Thats 6 years ago! Technology has advanced a bunch since then, case and point, the Steam Deck. It just makes me optimistic for the next Switch if they do make one, with the optimization they're able to do with the current Switch, pair that up with new tech and more and theres no doubt it'll look stunning.
I can see why many people complain because even when the switch was released in 2017, it's hardware was already outdated because it's running based off a 2014 Nvidia tegra. I do think is unfair to compare to switch to the steam deck. Hopefully Nintendo next console be modernly relevant.
Really good review! I defientky think switch ks better, its cheaper and has a lot more fun games! Sure you could say "oh steam has more titles!" But id rather be able to play mario kart, kirby, splatoon, pokemon, legend of zelda, and metroid. Even if its slightly less powerful!
Although the switch may be cheaper, the games certainly aren’t. You do have to pay a more upfront cost with the steam deck. But steam has a huge library of games that you can play. They launch sales every season, and they’re over all cheaper. But if you’re looking for Nintendo games then you really don’t have much of an option.
Only strong points for Nintendo would be exclusives and joycons to play 2 people on the go. Steamdeck destroys it with performance, game deals and huge library you can play forever in any pc.
Man I wish I can get the steam Deck, I'm sure if I saved I could get it but... I already own a Switch which I love. For me, I fear that If I get a steam deck, Then I'll leave my switch In the dust and probably never use it again. So I'm probably gonna just stick with my switch
Switch Oled for me I used to have Steam deck it’s ok 😂 I prefer my switch cause it has more games than Steam deck and better games I sold my Steam deck and I don’t miss it at all
Can I just say if your going to play docked on the switch all the time just get the regular one it's saves you 50 pounds Also if you love indie games the switch is the one to go for as it is full of them
I’m thinking about swapping to the steam deck. Miss playing the AAA Games that would come out on hardware that can actually handle it, but on the matter of stick drift, I replaced my joycon thumbsticks three times altogether, last one I did I finally grabbed a set of hall sticks so no more stick drift for my unit.
Joy cons as a single conteoller are pretty bad. Most everyone has a ps4 ps3 x box one x controller ect. Which all work for the steam deck. Cost of a dock is not an issue with those who bought a steam deck.
tbh my switch has just been gathering dust in a drawer since I got my deck 😅already finished metroid dread on the deck and am now running through pokemon Y since I skipped the 3ds generation
@@SALTYTOAD00 to be fair it runs switch games better than the switch, its way more comfortable and i don't have to buy shitty amibos to get what should have been in the base game to begin with. Id buy nintendo games on steam if they were available, sadly this is the next best solution. plus i don't need to pay for nintendo online which lets be honest here is a terrible service.... Plus i have access to a lot more games on one single platform. Sorry if i want to have a good time playing games.
Since I was a kid I never liked Nintendo games. I was exited by the GameBoy - mainly because of the machinery it represented since I was technology enthusiast. I barely remember it but I know which game I liked the best - a regular, old fashioned and reliable Tetris. I have 0 interest in Nintendo games. I dislike their stupid practices and I see little to no reason to support them since they do nothing to push forward my favorite hobby. Valve on the other hand - I was captured by Half - Life, reasoning and decisions behind it, the way it revolutionized and their politic and way of working with the fans and encouraging them to make or break with mods the foundation they have build. Steam Deck is yet another chapter in their legacy where they pushed the boundaries of Linux gaming with Proton layer, introduce this little machine that gives me the same level of freedom to explore and experiment. When was the last time Nintendo did anything with the community, out of suing them to oblivion?
honestly the switch is better in all of the catagorys you mentioned but for me some catagories are more important than others, Like i want to be able to play pc games and casual games both at high graphics/FPS so for that reason alone the switch would just simply not be good enough
While this video shows me the steam deck is clearly more my style, I won’t be mad buying the oled switch, my daughter got a switch for Xmas and it will be fun to game with her and when I want to play cod or pubg I can just open the laptop.
I have both the oled Switch and the oled Steam Deck. I love them both. If a games comes on both the Deck and the Switch I’ll get the Deck version as it has better FPS performance, graphics, and draw distance. I have the Swich for the exclusives, but I hate the exorbitant Nintendo eshop prices that “never” comes down in price, the endless “cutesy” Nintendo games, and the endless Anime style games, I loathe the anime style, I find it immersion killing.
the switch is just a nostalgic thing for me at this point. I'm truly enjoying the physical games but I do enjoy the cross save abilities with some switch & steam games.
It’s not just whichever has more points, it’s which point in particular that matter most to you, the thing that hold the most weight, and can be consider a deal breaker. The switch does win on multiple factors but the sole fact that you don’t have to purchase games twice to play them on PC and Deck plus the sales saves a ton of money in the long run, not to mention the extensive modding scene plus Windows installation meaning you can play literally anything you want. Steam Deck steamrolls Switch for me. Not even a question. If you are a big PC gamer, which I would imagine most of us are, have lots of games on PC and your pockets aren’t lined with gold and unlimited funds, Steam Deck ftw. Think about your wallet’s feelings lmao. Switch may be pretty and small and portable but, in the end, these devices are meant to PLAY GAMES. And Valve nails that point right home.
I'd pick the steam deck and just emulate switch 😂
Ya know…. I said the same thing myself. Come to find out the Switch is a goddamn headache to emulate and I’ve yet to get it up and running. Tried several Prod and Title Keys from many sites, firmware files so far haven’t worked and it’s hard as shit to even find ROMS…
@@MackDaddyVic It's literally so easy, you can find almost every rom on Ziperto
And then realize that Steamdeck can't emulate the Switch for the most part... And it's better to just buy an Unpatched switch, mod it so you can just overclock that switch and run the games in it with better performance...
Then realize the emulation is ass and your battery will collapse in under 20 mins 😂 no thanks
@@MackDaddyVicnah is so easy. Pick up on the original page. My Steam Deck battery life on Yuzu is up to 3 hours. Not bad for an emulation machine.
I'm nintendo fanboy.I have both Switch and Deck. Steam Deck wins hands down.Only use my Switch for exclusive games now.This comparison is bit unfair.
I only use my switch as a TH-cam machine hooked up to my projector lol
You are not an Nintendo fanboy, you would only own the switch. If you were I’m more Nintendo fanboy than you because I only own a switch and have no intention of owning a steam deck ever it is a new device designed to appeal to the superficial, shallow, narrowminded, spoilt, and entitled PC master race crowd, I accept the steam deck is going to win in graphics and performance over the switch, but that stuff don’t matter to me too much. It’s all about the games and Nintendo has the steam deck beat when it comes to the fun factor on games and exclusives ultimately, has more of a mass appeal for the mainstream done the steam deck.
@@Adamtendo_player_1 I own every Nintendo game console apart from Virtual Boy(which I would have no use for).I do like better quality graphics on Stem Deck,but will still use my Switch for N exclusives.I'm a big fan of portable gaming and love Nintendo but now on Deck I can play Elden Ring on the go.You can own multiple different systems and be a fanboy of one you know.I own more than 20 game consoles an over 400 games at the moment.Nintendo always have this magic in their exclusive games.But just exclusives
@@Adamtendo_player_1 wow check it out: Nintendo fanboy #441561 here. Spreading the passive aggressiveness of his Nintendo fuhrer.
Better stick to your outdated and choking mobile Nvidia chip package and be careful what you say or do. You might get your ass sued by your master.
You are not the target audience with Steam Deck, you know nothing about Linux, the idea of clicking install probably induces phobia and heart palpitations in you. In other words, stick to the couch and don't go in the woods if you are afraid of bears. Mario Kart 17 will be out soon, don't worry.
I mean, it depends on what's important to you. He said games look better on the Steam Deck.
The Steam Deck has WAYYYYY more games and more capabilities and possibilities. And I think that some of its shortcoming are not very big obstacles. So, I'd get the Steam Deck.
even better I got a ROG Ally now with AMD Fluid Motion Frames and even higher fps though input lag nah I will stick with the Steam Deck
@@My_In-Ear_Monitor_Fetishpc fanboy
It’s most definitely exciting and promising; a great console. However, it is probably best to wait for attempt two when they have refined and optimized the console a bit more.
Plus, the Nintendo switch isn't even technically a new Gen console. It's 9 years old.
decent video but one thing is unsupported doesn't mean you're out of luck at all a lot of unsupported games work completely fine
I have both the oled model switch and the 256 gb model steam deck with an upgraded internal ssd, I frankly go for my steam deck more because i can continue my saves from my computer (so long as the game supports cloud save through steam) and not have to worry about restarting at all.. Switch your basically forced to restart unless its one of the ones that was brought into the fold of cross progression. Pc gamer98% of the way
The biggest difference I would say there is between the switch and deck isn’t what’s physically different (I mean yes but) it’s their target audience.
Switch is mostly a family console that is simply just a ‘put in game, play’. The deck, while a streamlined pc device for gaming, it still carries some of the pc dna in it. It’s audience is more gamer focused then just ‘people who might dabble or want an entertainment with friends and family’.
Like you said, not only does the switch come with 2 controllers, but also comes with a tv dock, while the deck, all of those are additional purchases. If I wanted to get a console for kid, I would go for the switch. Even for an adult, depending on their lifestyle and how much they play, I would recommend a switch. But someone who already has some sort of steam library and is willing to do some small extra steps to optimise the deck, it is one of the best options out right now.
The only thing I would correct you on is while handheld, the deck is limited to its 720p resolution, you can pretty much make it any resolution once hooked up to an external display (obviously not recommended to do 4K). While the switch for some games can go above 720, none go to 1080 (I believe).
The switch is for everybody. Stop generalising the switch as a family system. It’s not I would generalise the steam deck as a device for a minority of PC gamers who are arrogant elitist and entitled and thankfully they are a minority just like the steam deck been a niche system that will never have the magic and brown power of the Nintendo,
@@Adamtendo_player_1 So you say we can't generalize switch as a family system, yet you generalize deck users as an offensive term.
Listen up kid, switch is from 2017, high efficiency arm chip that is meant for, primarily for kids, and then for adults, and play as that.
No surprise that Nintendo sells more because has a wider range of selling points, while PC users are usually more niche in comparison.
Even tho, those two platforms got something for everyone, I like how convenient the switch could be, with the joycons, and I like how the deck can run almost everything, while maintaining a console-like experience, even tho is a PC.
Idk man I got a pretty massive steam collection on a very expensive rig that also has its own dedicated game room with all of my shelves of physical media for my consoles… I would say I am not just a ‘casual’ gamer, and I play the switch quite a lot.
@@Adamtendo_player_1 LMFAO at this nintendo weeb with nintendo in his name and mario on his profile pic COPING SO HARD
A couple of the points that you gave the Switch would go to the Steam Deck if you know what you're doing with a pc.
I think the point is though that the average consumer, can just pick up a switch with no tinkering.
@1008md As long as you buy games that are Steam Deck verified, it just works. Same as a Switch.
@@kevinmitchell766 your assuming all customers know their way around a PC.
@1008md I'm guessing you've never used a Steam Deck. When you search for games in the Steam store, just like you would in Nintendo's digital store, you can scroll down to see if the game is Steam Deck verified. If you buy games that say they are verified, the game will work with no tinkering. They even have a section that is only verified games.
who in the year of 2024 doesnt know how to use a pc
Let's be real....does anyone use the switch in table top mode on the bus?
Table top mode works great in a coffee shop or on a plane with the trey that unfolds etc.
I used to all the time on the plane. Until I got a steam deck lol (highly recommend a case with a stand on this btw)
My joycons actually broke preventing them from sitting in the rail properly so i was forced to use tabletop mode for a while and it wasnt that annoying, besides needing to bring the controller grip around
Or in the coffeeshop (the Dutch kind of coffeeshop 😉)
Yeah i let an old lady hold my screen while i play mario kart
You can´t analise the price without analise the price of the games. And Steam is cheaper.
i just can't see these two actually being compared. one is your traditional console, and another is basically just a consolized gaming oriented linux laptop with complete freedom to do whatever. did enjoy the watch though. ill sub. like hearing peoples takes on products i enjoy. i love both systems and do use the deck more... until totk came out. you can get that legally running on sd though pretty well now if you own the game. dont want to go through the effort so switch it is.
I’ve been a Nintendo gamer for decades. Love my switch and it’s been my primary system. With that said, I’d recommend the average person to buy a steamdeck. I’m looking to get one myself since my laptop is up in age, then I’ll have the best of both.
Great video, great editing and great pacing!
One thing I've heard about the Switch is that unless you're a kid or have very small hands then it can be quite awkward to play for extended sessions. You can apparently remedy this by purchasing a controller grip peripheral but this ups the overall size of the device to something similar to the Steam Deck and eliminates the portability advantage that the Switch holds over the Deck.
Another thing to note is that titles exclusive to the Switch (and older Nintendo consoles) are extremely easy to get running on the Deck via the emulation tool EmuDeck. As a Steam Deck owner and someone whose only previous experience of Nintendo titles was those released on the Game Boy Advance, it's been a joy to finally have access to the entire Nintendo catalogue on a portable device that also runs all my PC games.
Thanks for the heads up. I went to Best Buy today to test out the Nintendo Switch and realized how damn small it is. I feel like every handheld is directed toward children or people with small hands. I didn't want the steam deck because it was too big but I realize now that I would much rather play on a larger screen with more comfortable grips. I can also get all the Final Fantasy games that are on Switch on Steam as well.
NAHH this dude need more views with this content and editing 💀❤️
😁
I just saw the views xd thought i was watching some big tech youtuber. This guy will get there 100%
Switch is more for like a casual user or kid. You just start the game and play. Also, if you're not playing AAA games but indie / pixel art games then it may be even great for you too.
BUT
The Steam Deck, month by month was getting better. There are tons of indie games there. You can then play emulators, such as PSP, GameCube, or even Switch (most of the games), nicely down within EmuDeck. Then, obviously you have less demanding games like Fallout New Vegas or Witcher, than even on low settings look waaay better than on Switch ever will.
If you're a former PC player knowing AAA titles graphic then it is really hard to switch to ... Switch, to play for example Witcher. The GFX is really dated.
Also, on Steam Deck, you can stream your games locally (via Remote Play, but honestly 10x better is Moonlight / Sunshine - you can set it up in 10 mis) and then REAL fun starts. You can play literally any game. Modded GTA 5 that look crazy. Or some Windows game non available on Steam OS, or trickier to install such as online games.
I play Fallout 4, GTA 5, Fallout New Vegas (with mods), Virtua Fighter 5 (PS3 Emulator) - some streamed locally, some installed on Steam Deck. You can even sync your saves (if not on Steam Cloud) via for example Syncthing. This is how I sync Yuzu (Switch Emulator) saves on Deck with Yuzu saves on my PC.
Honestly, I love my Switch Lite. BUT when I got Steam Deck, it changed everything. Also, Steam Deck is much more comfortable.
On the other hand, used Switch Lite cost around 120-140 $ (Depending on country). Steam Deck is much more expensive.
i just think getting a gaming laptop would be better then getting a steam deck. the overall experience seems less refined. while nintendo is lacking performance and flexibility the overall experience is designed towards portability and switching between handheld and tv screen play works seemlessly.
@@Namyoungkim-w5vi have a PC and a Steam Deck Laptops need to stay plugged and have bulky chargers I can play my steam deck on my bed and leave it unpluggedfor a bot depending in the game im playing. Fir Genshin i get like 3 hours, Cuphead i get 5
I don’t give a shit about the so-called advantages of the steam deck they don’t need anything to me because it doesn’t have the games care about Nintendo switch. Does it’s why it’s better than the steam deck because of its games and I’ll call it shit deck because it’s nothing but a mid range PC at best well the switch has the magic of Nintendo games which is something deck will never have.
Great review, thank you mate
It’s the steam deck, reason being that the steam deck has more games, exclusive if you will. The games are also cheaper and you get good deals on sales. The games run and look better. You get a better experience on the steam deck playing the Witcher than on switch.
Here's my take: the Switch has a lot more flexibility and is easier and friendlier to use, but the steam deck has A LOT more accessibility and versatility. And this is where I think steam deck will win in the long run: the likelihood of your game being available on SD is higher than it being available on NS, meanwhile the likelihood of Valve making another version of the SD that can be taken apart like the switch is also very high considering it's much younger.
As someone who never owned a console before, I'm scared of the idea of having to spend money on every game I already bought ON TOP of buying a console, but with Steam Deck, I don't have to worry about that.
I’m debating between the Switch and the Steam Deck, and honestly I’d probably end up getting both. The portability of the Switch is really appealing to me. I’ll probably end up getting the Switch first. Like you said, I agree that the possibility of Steam improving the Steam Deck is much more likely. So I’ll be sitting back and waiting for an improved (and hopefully more portable) version in the future
Admit it you’re a Nintendo fanboy lol the steam deck beats the switch in so many ways the only thing the switch has over the steam deck is battery life and the oled screen
He did admit it
The effort of comparing, editing (with the side-by-sides), talking on camera are fire
also consider joycon is a defective design meant to force players to frequently buy replacement.
Not true. Nintendo replaces any defective joycon controller free of charge.
@@lowkeyfiasco Fake news. Mine is true. “Bear in mind that Nintendo only guarantees free out-of-warranty Joy-Con repairs in North America and Latin America.” Guest this evil company really hate the rest of the world.
@@lowkeyfiasco only in US
Absolute bullshit if you have the pro controller, you won’t really need to use the joy cons anymore.
@@Adamtendo_player_1That doest really go against the point lmao
1:07
"So if you need to settle it and smash while on the bus"
You need to work better on that phrasing
Enjoyment is obviously subjective... but I mean the steam deck is better in every demonstrable objective measurement, other than OLED screen.
Not in battery life. No matter how you slice it, the switch offers better battery life out of the box in addition to better aftermarket battery solutions. For around 30-40 bucks you can get a battery case that will literally triple your battery life while keeping the switch around the same footprint/weight of a steam deck
Mind you, I'm probably gonna sell my switch after I buy a small gaming laptop. The options and game selection as well as game costs beat out the switch handily. But as a handheld gaming device and all the perks that benefit portability? the switch is still the best
That doesn't undercut what valve has achieved with the steam deck, though
Annnnnnnnnnnnd. now just in every way.
It’s all about the games and accessibility for me along with easing news and and you can try to convince me just how much better the steam deck is on a technical level blah blah blah blah blah. The steam deck will never have the magic or the charm of an Nintendo switch for me, it’s all about the games and accessibility, ease of use, and in that regard, the Nintendo Switch handedly beats the steam deck, which is only designed to appeal to a small minority of superficial narrowminded, shallow, entitled and spoilt brat gamers the PC Master race crowd.
@@Adamtendo_player_1 you ok, bro? That's a lot of sweeping generalizations. I don't know if I'd be talking about 'narrow minded.'
Are you ok!? The deck emulates 90% of the switch library and in many cases at better framerate and resolutions. Also every console from the ps3 down throughout history.
Oh ya and every PC game and streams Xbox game pass etc. Like dude, games and accessibility? LOL!@@Adamtendo_player_1
I received my Nintendo switch last Christmas right before the steam console came out. I'm feeling really cornered with my options as far as the genre I enjoy playing. Which is multiplayer animal/dragon/dinosaur games. I'm really disappointed and wish I would have waited for the steam console
The Switch RAM is LPDDR4X actually. 4 was on the launch Switch (hackable)
The video didn't address the big elephant in the room. Even if the 'Switch mark 2' is backward compatible, I can guarantee you that the 'Switch 3,4,5...' will not play the games you currently paid for with your hard earned cash.
Nintendo and Sony also have a habit of closing stores down (Wii U, 3DS, PSP). Although they do say that you can still download your purchases "for the foreseeable future". Its likely my Steam library will still be there long after Nintendo closes the Switch store. After all, I can still download and use all my games I've bought on Steam over the last 20 years.
The 'Steamdeck 2' when released will also play my current library in better resolution, detail, effects and framerate than the current model as well, breathing new life into these games.
Such a cool comparison! In-depth, funny, and to-the-point. I just couldn't quite get what you meant by Joy Cons 'drifting' because I've never heard about such a thing and had to Google it.
Objection! Price goes clearly to the deck since games on switch rarely go on sale (speaking about the first Party Games)
but in switch you don't even need to buy more storage from the base model and you can resell games for 80% of the price you bought if you use game chips. i think for the deck you pretty much obligated to buy the 256 model or above
@@Namyoungkim-w5v yep for base users i recommend 256 or above but if you are a bit experienced in switching out drives from PC / laptop you can replace the 64 gb emmc with a 1 tb SSD Wich is amazing price to value. But in general I think the comparison with switch to deck is rather meh. One point I give to the switch is being child friendly
also Nintendo switch online subscription
Nintendo wants you to pay for game discounts, let that sink in
@@Namyoungkim-w5v bro its 2024 (Happy new year btw). Imagine taking for trip your whole "library" of cartridges and carrying them everywhere
I like Switch better because of personal taste.
Super high quality video! You deserve more views, you put a lot of effort in here and it shows. Thanks for the vid :)
I’d be curious on you revisiting this video now that the Steam Deck has the OLED version. I don’t see why anyone would want a switch with all the freedom the steam deck has. Other than the proprietary Nintendo games
No competition it's steamdeck. Unfortunately though, it is still not available in most countries. Although the exclusives on switch are worth it, and the indie games play great on it.
Why does this match-up sound a lot like "Apple vs Android"?
I love how lightweight the Switch is (and the SD is kinda clunky if we’re being honest), but I use my SD wayyyyy more often than the Switch. Lots more options in the genre that I like to play. 🤷🏼♀️
Why did you mention genshin instead of cod when talking about anticheat games?
I feel like your just a switch lover giving all the point to the switch when the steam deck is clearly better
Wait this review only came out 9 months ago and you didn’t know about the OLED steam deck???
I didn’t realize the oled version was so knew, I thought it came out a while ago.
Unsupported does not mean you're out of luck!!!! A load of my games are unsupported but work perfectly.
that's how it's been for me. quite a bit of em work just fine. however some of em do have some performance issues. but understandable given the compatibility layer overhead + that layer not being optimized for it yet. There's been some improvements though. Sonic generations is still listed as unsupported, and always did run, but had huge performance issues struggling to hit 60 at all. It runs much better now, still has some parts where it dips, but the overall experience is way more playable. And aye, steam deck has OLED Variants now.
I don't own either system, but have been considering getting one of them. There's a number of considerations, and for me the game selection is the hardest one. On the one hand, there's a far wider selection of games you can play on the Steam Deck (i.e. games you can play on a PC), but on the other hand, some of the Nintendo exclusives are pretty appealing (Zelda, Pokemon, and Mario are the three I'm most interested in). I used to have a Gameboy back in the day, and grew up on those games, and since I haven't had a Nintendo console since the DSi came out, I haven't been able to play any of them, and have missed out on multiple generations of those titles.
However, it sounds like you can emulate some Switch games on the Steam Deck (and of course, emulate many other consoles), but from what I'm hearing some people have issues with some titles running properly. Tradeoffs, tradeoffs. I'd probably get the Steam Deck though.
Switch is a fantastic system but tbh I rarely touch my switch oled since getting the oled deck.
Steam Deck can easily act as joycons, I do it the usb-c way and it's pretty good actually, 120hz, hdr, hi-res, max brightness, altough the deck charges trough the monitor, the monitor needs to be plugged if you want all these.
If you're fine with up to 80hz, no hdr, a bit lower brightness and resolution up to 900p, no need for power and again no need for extra controller.
I did get a steam deck. I thought it would be perfect as a portable pc when i go to my girlfriend and could game aswell and i already got a bunch of steam games. But the funny part is that the steam deck made me use my oled switch in handheld more than before so i actually sold me Steam deck after a few months of not using it anymore 😅
My Oled switch got exchanged for the Zelda, totk edition 👍
Switch will end up costing you more money. The consoles themselves are cheap but the game prices and switch online means that in the lifespan of the console (6-7 years) you will end up spending the same as on the steam deck (especially if you live in a country with cheap steam games like argentina)
Don’t forget the frequent sales Steam has
As an Xbox and Retroarch player it really boils down to do I want the arsenal of Nintendo 2d platformer or do I want to finally be able to play the Last of Us lol
funny how we went from the good old burn-in problem back to the...well, good old burn-in problem. New technology needed
You did a great work there. Very informative and well presented/edited video. I totally agree with your points. Congratulations!
Thanks!
I'm just gonna say can it run sly cooper, if it does that one wins
Any game on the switch can be played even better on the steam deck and now there’s an oled model steam deck
Plus mods
This statement is not true. The Nintendo Switch is one of the MOST challenging systems to emulate, requiring enormous processing power (Desktop-grade CPUs) and HEAVY optimizations. I doubt you can play “any” Switch game on this console. I love the Steam Deck, but let's try to keep it accurate.
@@ogdon2009I pirated super Mario bros wonder on the steam deck and it ran fine
The main reason I chose the Nintendo Switch is, because I simply can play on my PC at home if I want better frame rate or graphics. The switch's battery life is significantly larger, and it's simply lighter, so I can take it onto my campus on longer days without hurting my back with any extra weight. I still believe the steam deck is better for some use cases, but for my case, the choice was obvious.
ITS A FUCKING ANDROID CHIP. If you play a switch game on steam deck you get longer battery than a switch cause its bigger
@@BossUpNikkaI’m pretty sure the steam deck has a shorter battery life than the switch because of how powerful the hardware is
Ok this a long commercial about the switch.
wait how tf this only have 86 views-
For real, better production than mega corporations
Because of being biased for switch
While I do not fully agree with the outcome I will say it was done fairly. The switch has won and its sales represent that, but the steam deck in my opinion is better.
The steam deck OLED is my handheld of choice. A lot of the issues from the base steam deck are fixed with the OLED model 👍
I wouldn't say that if I were you
Steam Deck Oled changes things by at least 1 point. For now. At this point there are several aftermarket controller options for the Switch that can keep your investment still at or less than The Steam Deck level-model dependent. This video needs an update.
Honestly, ppl are so fixated on negatives with the Switch being underpowered, but honesty that just makes me optimistic. You gotta remember the Switch is running on old hardware and was released in 2017. Thats 6 years ago! Technology has advanced a bunch since then, case and point, the Steam Deck. It just makes me optimistic for the next Switch if they do make one, with the optimization they're able to do with the current Switch, pair that up with new tech and more and theres no doubt it'll look stunning.
I can see why many people complain because even when the switch was released in 2017, it's hardware was already outdated because it's running based off a 2014 Nvidia tegra. I do think is unfair to compare to switch to the steam deck. Hopefully Nintendo next console be modernly relevant.
Great nd nice explanation between both handheld consoles nd as u said without games these systems r useless that's 100% correct
watching this on my steam deck
Really good review! I defientky think switch ks better, its cheaper and has a lot more fun games!
Sure you could say "oh steam has more titles!" But id rather be able to play mario kart, kirby, splatoon, pokemon, legend of zelda, and metroid. Even if its slightly less powerful!
How Many times you going to play the same games till your sick of them? The steam deck has way better games
Although the switch may be cheaper, the games certainly aren’t. You do have to pay a more upfront cost with the steam deck. But steam has a huge library of games that you can play. They launch sales every season, and they’re over all cheaper.
But if you’re looking for Nintendo games then you really don’t have much of an option.
Nintendo Switch + 1 game = price of the steam deck. Nice math and economy skills tho
@@sas408you dont have to pay for switch games on deck. And we get your games before they even release on switch
You can emulate on a Steam Deck and still olay Nintendo games that are on the switch. And they run BETTER
It comes down, for me, to games, and the games are more abundant and work better on the Deck.
Bro forgot to say that Nintendo only has 4-5 games
Only strong points for Nintendo would be exclusives and joycons to play 2 people on the go. Steamdeck destroys it with performance, game deals and huge library you can play forever in any pc.
Man I wish I can get the steam Deck, I'm sure if I saved I could get it but... I already own a Switch which I love. For me, I fear that If I get a steam deck, Then I'll leave my switch In the dust and probably never use it again. So I'm probably gonna just stick with my switch
The joycon stick drift issue is reason enough for me to never recommend the Switch. Glossing over that problem in this video is irresponsible.
Switch Oled for me I used to have Steam deck it’s ok 😂 I prefer my switch cause it has more games than Steam deck and better games I sold my Steam deck and I don’t miss it at all
?? No the Steam deck has more games and you can emulate Nintendo games on it
@@KomaedasOneTrueHope well I don’t care for that Nintendo still the best for me
@@xervantezxvi5022mee too and why would I want to emulate switch games. I have a modded Wii I emulate the game’s natively
I think the awnser is both, nintendo exlusives and steam deck for high end pc games, if you can only afford one, mmm,
I feel the age of oled screens on switch and steam will be worse than laptops and phones after the screen close to the cooling system
Can I just say if your going to play docked on the switch all the time just get the regular one it's saves you 50 pounds
Also if you love indie games the switch is the one to go for as it is full of them
Steam deck controls have no lag. Because it is built right into the system.
I’m thinking about swapping to the steam deck. Miss playing the AAA Games that would come out on hardware that can actually handle it, but on the matter of stick drift, I replaced my joycon thumbsticks three times altogether, last one I did I finally grabbed a set of hall sticks so no more stick drift for my unit.
in my country i can"t send my joy cons to nintendo to fix and its kind of frustrating.
In 9:12 he should have gaven steamdeck 4points for better shading fps and the ghz and ram
I wish the steam deck dock boosted performance on a television. Switches beats in that department.
Deck is on sale right now
Joy cons as a single conteoller are pretty bad. Most everyone has a ps4 ps3 x box one x controller ect. Which all work for the steam deck. Cost of a dock is not an issue with those who bought a steam deck.
How did your steam deck screen looks bigger than steam deck oled screen and this video before sd oled exit
Ok im here to ask if cod mobile, pokemon, and hell divers 2 can be played on the steam deck i appreciate if anyone can answer this for me
cod mobile... is a mobile game.... pokemon is a nintendo exclusive.. and helldivers 2 yeah you can play
tbh my switch has just been gathering dust in a drawer since I got my deck 😅already finished metroid dread on the deck and am now running through pokemon Y since I skipped the 3ds generation
At this point, they should just rename the console to Piracy Deck because that's all I see people use it for. And you're a part of the problem.
@@SALTYTOAD00 to be fair it runs switch games better than the switch, its way more comfortable and i don't have to buy shitty amibos to get what should have been in the base game to begin with. Id buy nintendo games on steam if they were available, sadly this is the next best solution. plus i don't need to pay for nintendo online which lets be honest here is a terrible service.... Plus i have access to a lot more games on one single platform. Sorry if i want to have a good time playing games.
@@SALTYTOAD00 Oh no, what will the company worth billions do without my £60
@@zoom0451 I'm joking.
@@SALTYTOAD00 Yeah I'm sure you were
Stupid comparison, Deck is obviously the winner with an open ecosystem, which means you can put a switch inside it.
You certainly deserve more views sir. The dedication in this video is appreciated👍🏻 keep up the contents i think you will be very popular!
Much appreciated!
They're both great !
A better comparison would be the switch lite vs the steam deck !
switch is limited to 1ghz and 720p 30 fps were steam deck have better hardware and performance anyways depends of what people play
Switch is better IMO
Since I was a kid I never liked Nintendo games. I was exited by the GameBoy - mainly because of the machinery it represented since I was technology enthusiast. I barely remember it but I know which game I liked the best - a regular, old fashioned and reliable Tetris. I have 0 interest in Nintendo games. I dislike their stupid practices and I see little to no reason to support them since they do nothing to push forward my favorite hobby. Valve on the other hand - I was captured by Half - Life, reasoning and decisions behind it, the way it revolutionized and their politic and way of working with the fans and encouraging them to make or break with mods the foundation they have build. Steam Deck is yet another chapter in their legacy where they pushed the boundaries of Linux gaming with Proton layer, introduce this little machine that gives me the same level of freedom to explore and experiment.
When was the last time Nintendo did anything with the community, out of suing them to oblivion?
what game is it at 6:07?
Hi-fi rush I think
honestly the switch is better in all of the catagorys you mentioned but for me some catagories are more important than others, Like i want to be able to play pc games and casual games both at high graphics/FPS so for that reason alone the switch would just simply not be good enough
Shut up😭, your telling me you think it’s better in storage, games, graphics, emulation, performance,controls, being a usable desktop?!
@@GoCOD3 he only mentioned 2 out of 7 of the categories u just said
While this video shows me the steam deck is clearly more my style, I won’t be mad buying the oled switch, my daughter got a switch for Xmas and it will be fun to game with her and when I want to play cod or pubg I can just open the laptop.
If steamdeck had its own connection all the time like a cell phone, i would 100% get it
Buy a hotspot
2024. Steam Deck has OLED screens on two of its newer models!!!!!
Can’t beat Nintendo first party in my opinion but if your focused on other games I can see why one would prefer steam deck
I feel like all these reviewers just ignore people who have never played Nintendo games. Because the nostalgia factor is real
I have both the oled Switch and the oled Steam Deck. I love them both. If a games comes on both the Deck and the Switch I’ll get the Deck version as it has better FPS performance, graphics, and draw distance. I have the Swich for the exclusives, but I hate the exorbitant Nintendo eshop prices that “never” comes down in price, the endless “cutesy” Nintendo games, and the endless Anime style games, I loathe the anime style, I find it immersion killing.
Yeah the same game on switch is cheaper on steam deck, sometimes by $20 less. It also plays and looks better on the deck.
The steam deck is the first time I’ve ever used AMD shoulda sooner tho
the switch is just a nostalgic thing for me at this point. I'm truly enjoying the physical games but I do enjoy the cross save abilities with some switch & steam games.
It’s not just whichever has more points, it’s which point in particular that matter most to you, the thing that hold the most weight, and can be consider a deal breaker. The switch does win on multiple factors but the sole fact that you don’t have to purchase games twice to play them on PC and Deck plus the sales saves a ton of money in the long run, not to mention the extensive modding scene plus Windows installation meaning you can play literally anything you want. Steam Deck steamrolls Switch for me. Not even a question. If you are a big PC gamer, which I would imagine most of us are, have lots of games on PC and your pockets aren’t lined with gold and unlimited funds, Steam Deck ftw. Think about your wallet’s feelings lmao. Switch may be pretty and small and portable but, in the end, these devices are meant to PLAY GAMES. And Valve nails that point right home.
I just needed the price to decide with one I want
Why tf are u comparing a 2022 console with a 2017 console?
Damn man I gotta get the steam deck
I prefer my switch OLED idc
Can u run star citizen on steam deck?
You cant run star citizen on a $5k CPU lol
17:14 not their first attempt
What game is that on 3:42
Assassins creed 2
Did you just call portability a “gimmick”? 😂