Steam Deck & OLED Review

Ah, the Steam Deck and its shiny new OLED model, mate! Let's dive right in, shall we?

First off, the original Steam Deck, right? It's a bit of a ripper in terms of bringing PC gaming to a handheld format. You've got your entire Steam library in the palm of your hand, which is bonza for gamers on the go. But, it's not without its hiccups. The thing's a bit chunky, and battery life can be like a box of chocolates - you never know what you're gonna get, especially with those more demanding games. And let's not even start on the heat it kicks out; it could cook a snag on a summer day!

Now, onto the OLED model. This one's a bit like slapping a fresh coat of paint on the Holden Ute; it looks prettier, but the engine's still the same. That OLED screen's a beaut – colors pop like a firecracker, and the contrast is as sharp as a tack. It's a real eye-candy upgrade for sure. But under the hood? It's the same old Steam Deck. If you're after better performance or battery life, you might be left wanting.

In the end, if you're a die-hard PC gamer looking to take your games on the road, the Steam Deck's a fair dinkum choice. But if you're tossing up over the new OLED model, it really boils down to how much you value that screen upgrade. 'Cause aside from making your games look prettier than a sunset at Bondi Beach, it's not offering much more under the bonnet.

So there you go, mate! A bit of Coachie's honest two-bobs worth on the Steam Deck and its OLED sibling. Cheers! 🍻