The Steam Deck 2 and the LG UltraGear OLED 49" Curved Gaming Monitor cater to different gaming needs. The Steam Deck 2 prioritizes portability and all-in-one functionality, while the LG UltraGear focuses on providing a high-performance, immersive gaming experience on a large screen. The choice depends on whether you value gaming on the go or a visually stunning desktop setup.
| Attribute | Steam Deck 2 | LG UltraGear OLED 49" Curved Gaming Monitor (49GS95QE) |
|---|---|---|
| Name | Steam Deck 2 | LG UltraGear OLED 49" Curved Gaming Monitor (49GS95QE) |
| Screen Size | Likely larger than the original Steam Deck, possibly around 8 inches, some anticipate 8.8 inches. | 44.5 inches (actual, marketed as 49 inches) |
| Display Technology | OLED is expected. | OLED |
| Resolution | Rumors suggest a 900p (1600 x 900) resolution. Other possibilities mentioned are 1080p or sticking with the original 1280x800. | 3440 x 1440 (WQHD, 21:9 aspect ratio) |
| Refresh Rate | Could be 90Hz or even 120Hz. | 240Hz |
| Response Time | Not available | 0.03ms (GtG) |
| Processor | No confirmation. Speculation about an AMD Ryzen Z2 is unlikely. Valve may consider Intel or Qualcomm. | Not available |
| RAM | Likely to be more than 16GB. Some users are hoping for 24GB or 32GB. | Not available |
| Storage Capacity | Likely options of 512GB and 1TB. Expandable storage via microSD card slot. | Not available |
| Portability | Expected to maintain a similar form factor to the original Steam Deck. | Not available |
| Ergonomics | Designed for comfortable, extended play sessions. | Not available |
| Operating System | SteamOS. | Not available |
| Price | Likely to be more expensive than the original Steam Deck, potentially ranging from $399 to $799. | Expensive, but worth the price for its features |
| Ratings | Not available | Overall: Not available, Performance: High (based on features like refresh rate and response time) |
| Pros | Improved battery life compared to the original Steam Deck, Improved cooling system compared to the original Steam Deck, Increased performance, potentially running games at higher resolutions and frame rates, Two USB4 Ports (from top & bottom), eGPU Support, PCIe Gen 4.0 4 SSD Support | OLED display technology, 240Hz refresh rate, 0.03ms response time, Low input lag (around 2ms), Anti-glare and low reflection coating, Steep 800R curvature for immersive gaming |
| Cons | Actual screen size is smaller than marketed (44.5" vs 49"), Steep curvature might be too aggressive for non-gaming tasks, Price is expensive |