Valve Steam Machine & Controller 2: Specification, release & more details

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Published at :November 13, 2025 at 1:36 PM

Modified at :November 13, 2025 at 1:36 PM

(Courtesy : VALVE)

New console & hardware from Valve

All the rumours have now been confirmed as Valve has officially revealed its Valve Steam Machine, Controller 2 and even a new VR headset.

They are ready to enter the console market and this hardware is expected to launch in early 2026. Let’s check out more details in this article.

Valve Steam Machine full specification

Here are the new Steam Machine specifications:

Spec	Details
CPU	Semi-custom AMD Zen 4 6C/12T, up to 4.8 GHz, 30W TDP
GPU	Semi-custom AMD RDNA3 28 CUs, 2.45 GHz max, 110W TDP
RAM	16GB DDR5 + 8GB GDDR6 VRAM
Power	Internal PSU (AC 110-240V)
Storage	512GB or 2TB NVMe SSD + microSD slot
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth	2×2 Wi-Fi 6E / Bluetooth 5.3
Controller	Integrated 2.4GHz Steam Controller adapter
Displays	DP 1.4 (4K@240Hz or 8K@60Hz, HDR, FreeSync); HDMI 2.0 (4K@120Hz, HDR, FreeSync)
USB	Front: 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen1; Back: 2x USB-A 2.0 + 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen2
Networking	Gigabit Ethernet
LEDs	17 RGB for status/custom glow
Size/Weight	152mm H x 162.4mm D x 156mm W / 2.6kg
OS	SteamOS 3 (KDE Plasma)

Valve officially reveals the Steam Machine:• Console type machine that playsyour Steam games• Over 6x the power of the Steam Deck• 4K 60 FPS with FSR• 512GB or 2TB options• Runs SteamOS but can install Windows• Zen 4 CPU, RDNA3 GPU with 28CUs, 16GB RAM• Early 2026 pic.twitter.com/uMOgToguHj
— KAMI (@Okami13_) November 12, 2025

Also Read: Sony PlayStation Monitor: Everything you need to know

Steam Controller 2: New touchpads & specifications

The all-new Steam Controller 2 has an interesting design. It has two square-sized touchpads, right below the joysticks. It also has four programmable grip buttons and gyro aiming.

A wireless charger/transmitter for up to four controllers, with Bluetooth/USB-C backups. Battery? 35+ hours. Check out more:

Spec	Details
Buttons	A/B/X/Y, D-pad, L/R triggers/bumpers, View/Menu/Steam/QAM, 4x grips
Thumbsticks	2x magnetic TMR with touch
Haptics	4x LRA motors (trackpads + grips)
Trackpads	2x 34.5mm square, pressure-sensitive
Gyro	6-axis IMU
Grip Sense	Capacitive back handles
Puck	2.4GHz wireless, ~8ms latency, USB-C charging
Bluetooth/USB	BT 4.2+ / USB-C tethered
Battery	8.39Wh Li-ion, 35+ hours
Size/Weight	Controller: 111x159x57mm, 292g; Puck: 50x28x9mm, 16g

Conclusion

For now, Valve has not revealed the exact release date and price for Valve Steam Machine & Controller 2. But it is expected to be released in early 2026.

This is just like having your portable Steam. You can play your Steam games on it and it can run max on 4K/60FPS.

When does the Valve Steam Machine (Fremont) release?

Early 2026. No exact date or price yet; it’s SteamOS-powered with 4K/60FPS AMD guts.

What are the key Steam Machine specs?

Semi-custom AMD Zen 4 CPU/GPU, 16GB DDR5 + 8GB GDDR6, up to 2TB SSD, 240Hz QHD display support, and built-in PSU.

What’s new in the Steam Controller 2?

Refined trackpads below sticks, 4 grip buttons, gyro, advanced haptics, and a charging puck; 35+ hour battery life.

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Mahaksh Chouhan

Mahaksh Chauhan is a passionate gaming journalist who loves for old-school RPGs and turn-based games. With a keen eye for storytelling and a deep understanding of game mechanics, Mahaksh brings an unique perspective to the world of gaming. Inspired by classics like Persona, Red Dead Redemption 2, and Skyrim, Mahaksh is dedicated in sharing the magic of games with readers. When not writing or gaming, Mahaksh can be found cheering on WWE superstars or watching his favourite Anime.