After a Month With Steam Frame, GamesRadar+ Wants Steam Deck Less

A writer from GamesRadar+ has spent a month testing Valve’s Steam Frame and came to a clear conclusion: they’ve “never wanted a Steam Deck less.” The hands-on article from GamesRadar+ is one of the first to provide long-term impressions of the headset, directly comparing it with Valve’s handheld console.

The headline is the only part we’ve been able to verify. We haven’t seen the complete text, so we can’t share the tester’s exact complaints, performance evaluations, or comfort observations. We’ll wait on specs, pricing, and game compatibility claims until we can confirm them against the review itself.

This comparison is still important. Valve released the Steam Deck in February 2022, aiming to make a mark in PC gaming outside of traditional setups. If a reviewer claims that a month with the Steam Frame has made them less interested in the Deck, it indicates that Valve’s new device is vying for the same gaming time and attention. That’s an important signal, especially since the two products are meant for different uses on paper.

A month is a solid testing period. Most initial impressions from launch week come after just a few days of use. A 30-day evaluation is more likely to capture habits, like which device the reviewer chose when they sat down to play.

By The Numbers

Product tested	Valve Steam Frame
Testing period	1 month
Outlet	GamesRadar+
Comparison device	Steam Deck (launched Feb. 2022)
Reviewer’s stated verdict	“Never wanted a Steam Deck less”

Community Pulse

We don’t have any Steam reviews or forum discussions on the Steam Frame to reference yet, so we’re relying solely on the GamesRadar+ tester’s voice. Their headline, “I’ve never wanted a Steam Deck less,” will serve as a benchmark against owner feedback as it comes in. We’ll update community reactions once enough hands-on reports emerge to identify a trend.

What To Watch

• The full review details: Find out whether the tester’s inclination stems from comfort, performance, or library access, as each aspect appeals to different buyers.
• Other long-term impressions: One reviewer’s month is just a single data point. Keep an eye out for similar evaluations from other outlets and from actual owners.
• Valve’s Steam Deck messaging: Any changes in how Valve positions the handheld alongside the Steam Frame would reveal how it views the relationship between the two products.