If you're wondering what model to get, if you can use a screwdriver and follow simple instructions you can purchase the 64gb model and then get a 256gb NVME ssd(Samsung pm991) for ~35 off amazon. Takes only a couple minutes to remove/install the drive. Takes longer to reinstall steamOS to your device.
I did this in March when the first steamdeck sale happened. Haven't had a single issue with my ssd - other than the updater saying my ssd needs a firmware update but fails on the install.
Don't use a cheap no-name brand(Onn, etc) USB stick for your steamOS recovery image. I tried several and they all would claim install success but the OS would get stuck in a boot loop in the reboot after "successful installation".
I ended up buying a cheap Sandisk and it worked like a charm. I also got an anti-glare screen protector which does wonders for outdoor gaming.
It does probably make more sense to just get the cheap one and upgrade, but the etched glass is way better than matte screen protectors. There is no comparison.
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HannahBecz@beehaw.org · 1 pts · 3y
If you're wondering what model to get, if you can use a screwdriver and follow simple instructions you can purchase the 64gb model and then get a 256gb NVME ssd(Samsung pm991) for ~35 off amazon. Takes only a couple minutes to remove/install the drive. Takes longer to reinstall steamOS to your device.
I did this in March when the first steamdeck sale happened. Haven't had a single issue with my ssd - other than the updater saying my ssd needs a firmware update but fails on the install.
Don't use a cheap no-name brand(Onn, etc) USB stick for your steamOS recovery image. I tried several and they all would claim install success but the OS would get stuck in a boot loop in the reboot after "successful installation".
I ended up buying a cheap Sandisk and it worked like a charm. I also got an anti-glare screen protector which does wonders for outdoor gaming.
conciselyverbose@kbin.social · 1 pts · 3y
It does probably make more sense to just get the cheap one and upgrade, but the etched glass is way better than matte screen protectors. There is no comparison.
xangelkiller@kbin.social · 1 pts · 3y
Great deal. It’s nice to know that if my hardware fails or I lose this thing, I could get a replacement for a decent price during the next sales.
buffaloseven@kbin.social · 1 pts · 3y
Joining the club! Ordered the 64GB model and plan to swap the SSD with a 1TB drive. Looking forward to finally getting to try this thing out.