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The handheld gaming console market is popping and everyone wants a piece. While Nintendo is the biggest name in the particular market, Valve is also coming up fast with the Steam Deck. Valve’s Steam is arguably the biggest video game platform right now with almost all possible titles from multiple franchises being available to players. With that, Valve also launched the handheld Steam Deck in 2022 to get more fans onto its camp. Now, more announcements make the community smile as Valve is selling “certified refurbished” Steam Decks with massive discounts.

If you’re not ready to shell out the retail price for the device but have longed for one since its debut, this might be a good time to get yourself one.

Refurbished Steam decks on sale now

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The Nintendo Switch dominates the handheld gaming PC market. It has sold over 125 million units since 2017 and remains the most famous name among fans. With a plethora of exclusive titles along with third-party games, the Switch is understandably the handheld PC to look for. However, Valve’s Steam deck shook up the market in 2022 after its debut. The handheld console is a powerful machine that is capable of running even the most demanding AAA titles smoothly.

Despite its capabilities, the price tag put off many fans who were looking for a cheaper option to game on the go. The cheapest 64 GB version came with a price of $399 while the 512 GB version has a $649 price tag. For obvious reasons, not everyone is willing to spend so much dough just for a handheld console when the Switch is available for as low as $283. Now, these fans may be in luck as Valve has revealed that refurbished Steam Decks will be sold by authentic sellers.

Refurbished units can boost sales

In a post Valve has announced that it is now selling “certified refurbished” portable handheld gaming PC units. These refurbished Steam Decks can save you uo to $130. To ensure quality, a certified testing process is being implemented by Valve. The 64 GB refurbished model will be priced at $319, while a refurbished 512 GB model will cost you $519.

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However, these units will not be a regular item on the shelves and will go in and out of stock frequently. So keep your eyes peeled for one of these if you want to get yourself one. Refurbished Steam Decks will come with a one year warranty but may have some scratches or blemishes on the body.

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Would you finally be getting a Steam Deck now? Or do you prefer any other mode for gaming? Tell us more in the comments.

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