With Valve Corporation's announcement of the launch of a new handheld console called the Steam Deck, many are wondering what sets it apart from the acclaimed Nintendo Switch, which of these is better and whether they should buy.
This is why today we will take care of telling you about the details that make each one stand out so you can see which option is best for you.
What are the main differences between the two consoles?
Every console does differentiates in the aspects granted in its elaboration and intended to offer multiple and advantageous options to consumers. Among the most important are:
Dimensions and weight
While the Steam Deck weighs 669 grams and measures 298 x 117 x 49mm, the latest version of the Nintendo Switch weighs 320 grams and measures 102 x 242 x 13,9mm, making the differences noticeable. and weight between the two consoles.
Price
The Steam Deck price has been estimated between 419 not 679 euros, while Nintendo Switch is obtainable for a cost that varies from 329 euros to 349 euros.
Connection type
Lo Steam Deck allows connectivity via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. For its part, the Nintendo Switch only has the ability to connect to a Wi-Fi network, which could be a drawback.
Games catalog
The Steam Deck game catalog includes games such as Disco Elysium, Microsoft Flight Simulator, Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, Genshin Impact, Grand Theft Auto V, Final Fantasy XIV, Halo: The Master Chief Collection, Red Dead Redemption 2 e Portal..
To its disadvantage, Steam Deck does not feature the most iconic video games from the major franchises, which is not uncommon due to its recent appearance.
For its part, the Nintendo Switch catalog consists of New Pokémon Snap, Pokémon Word & Shield, Mario Kart 8, Luigi’s Mansion 3, Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Super Mario Odyssey, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, The Legend di Zelda: Skyward Sword, Monster Hunter Rise e puoi persino giocare a Street Fighter.
Which of the two has the best battery life and why?
Another drawback that the Steam Deck would have compared to the Nintendo Switch, is the battery life. While the Steam Deck is made to last from 2 to 8 hours without receiving a charge, the Nintendo Switch has a capacity that varies between 4 and 9 hours.
The reason the Steam Deck has a shorter battery life is that of this console has roughly the power of Xbox One and PS4, intended for PC video games.
What versions of both consoles are available and at what price?
Both consoles are available in different models which they vary in price, size and capacity that you should know before choosing one.
Versioni Steam Deck
There are three versions of the Steam Deck, the first with a capacity of 64 GB, for 419 euros; the second with a capacity of 256 GB, for 549 euros and the one with 512 GB, at a cost of 679 euros.
Nintento Switch models
Nintendo Switch also has three models: the standard priced at 329 euros, Nintendo Switch Lite, for 219,95 euros and its latest version, Nintendo Switch OLED, at cost of 349,95 euros. One advantage of the Switch is that you can play with controllers from other consoles, regardless of model.
Compare the philosophy of both companies
Another very important thing you should know about both consoles is the philosophy that each of them presents, to see which one fits your ideals.
Steam Bridge Philosophy - Valve
Valve designer Greg Coomer made his remarks following the Nintendo Switch comparisons that followed the Steam Deck announcement, noting that both companies work with different philosophies.
Coomer assures that he has designed "A platform that aesthetically shares some aspects with Switch, but that's where it stays".
He also made it clear what approach they take with this product. "Valve is much more focused on PC gaming," as we said earlier, "an audience that is necessarily different from what Nintendo is looking for."
Filosofia Nintento Switch
At Nintendo, they specialize in providing " unique game forms that anyone can intuitively enjoy «…« Developing and integrating hardware and software into your systems »…« Providing experiences that everyone can enjoy », both on the Nintendo Switch and on the rest of its products.
In conclusion, both products are made for different audiences. Determining which of these companies offers the ideal product is up to each consumer, who once they know the ins and outs of each console will be able to see which one is best for themselves.
