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Steam Deck is Valve's handheld gaming PC, and even though it's currently in the middle of its second generation, it took more than two years before it hit Australia. Thankfully, the time of paying more via grey market sellers is over because Steam Deck now ships from a local warehouse straight to Australian customers.
Like the rest of the world, Steam Deck OLED models were subject to a massive price hike in May 2026. The 512GB Steam Deck OLED is now AU$1,199 up from AU$899, while the 1TB model is now AU$1,429 up from AU$1,049.
The silver lining? Steam Deck LCD models are still available in Australia, despite being sold out in most other regions. The 256GB LCD model is AU$649, meaning there's still a (reasonably) cost effective way to buy a Steam Deck in Australia.
From the point of view of May 2026 and despite the new price hike, it's still rarely (if ever) worth buying a Steam Deck via a third party because prices are always higher (even when they purport to be "on sale"). That said, Steam Deck peripheries are a different matter altogether: I've helped gather the best of those on our best Steam Deck accessories guide.
Here's the official list of Australian Steam Deck prices, all of which include shipping:
- 256GB LCD: AU$649 (no longer in production but still available as of May 2026)
- 512GB OLED: AU$1,199
- 1TB OLED: AU$1,429
What's the difference between the LCD and OLED models, you ask? Following the launch of the OG Steam Deck in 2022, Valve released the Steam Deck OLED last year, which proved a nice improvement over the original. "The Steam Deck OLED refines an already fantastic handheld gaming PC," Tyler Colp wrote. "While it may not push the performance higher, the OLED screen, improved battery, and larger storage make it the most valuable device available."
From Steam Deck's February 2022 launch, the unit only shipped to the United States, UK, Canada and the European Union. Then in August 2023, Valve partnered with Komodo to make the Steam Deck available in Japan, Taiwan, Hong Kong and Korea.
How much does Steam Deck cost in Australia?
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Steam Deck OLED models suffered a massive price hike in May 2026. Here are the new prices (including shipping).
256GB LCD: AU$649
512GB OLED: AU$1,199
1TB OLED: AU$1,429
What's the situation with the Steam Controller in Australia?
Steam Controller sales went live on May 5 in Australia, but stock was rapidly depleted. If you want one now you'll have to join a waiting list. It'll still set you back AU$149 including shipping.
Where can I get other Steam Deck accessories?
Most Australian tech and gaming retailers will stock headsets and keyboards, should you want those for your Steam Deck. For Steam Deck docks, they can be had direct from Valve for a yet-to-be-specified Australian price, but they're pretty pricey compared to great third-party options.
If you're in the market for Steam Deck accessories, we've got a handy guide to the best Steam Deck accessories in Australia, ranging from docks to power banks to decent third-party cases.
Below are some of the main peripherals you'll probably be after for Steam Deck, based on whether we like 'em or not!
1. Best overall:
Razer BlackShark V3
2. Best budget:
Corsair HS55 Stereo
3. Best wired:
HyperX Cloud Alpha
4. Best mid-range wireless:
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3X
5. Best audiophile:
Beyerdynamic MMX 330 Pro
6. Best wireless audiophile:
Audeze Maxwell
7. Best for streaming:
Audio-Technica ATH-M50xSTS StreamSet
8. Best noise-cancelling:
AceZone A-Spire
9. Best earbuds:
Steelseries Arctis GameBuds
1. Best overall:
Asus ROG Strix Scope II 96 Wireless
2. Best budget:
Gamakay x Naughshark NS68
3. Best mid-range:
Ducky Zero 6108
4. Best rapid trigger:
Wooting 80HE
5. Best wireless rapid trigger:
Keychron K2 HE
6. Best silent:
Be Quiet! Light Mount
7. Best tenkeyless:
Keychron Q3 Max
8. Best low profile:
NuPhy Air60 HE
9. Best ergonomic:
Kinesis Freestyle Edge RGB
10. Best membrane:
Roccat Magma
1. Best overall:
GameSir G7 Pro
2. Best budget:
GameSir Nova Lite
3. Best high end:
Razer Wolverine V3 Pro 8K PC
4. Best wired:
Scuf Valor Pro
Will Valve make Australians wait to purchase its forthcoming Steam Machine and Steam Frame?
Miraculously, no! Valve has confirmed the Steam Machine, Steam Frame and Steam Controller will all be available to Australians at the same time as other launch regions.
That said, the actual release date for both is hugely up in the air at the moment thanks to the AI-induced component shortage affecting the entire games hardware industry. Valve has said it still intends to release both during the first half of 2026, but June is fast approaching, and things are certainly not improving where the cost of RAM is concerned.
When was the Steam Deck's official release date in Australia?
The Steam Deck started shipping to Australia direct from Valve from November 19, 2024.
Should I buy a Steam Deck in Australia via a third-party?
It is possible to buy a Steam Deck in Australia without going ordering direct from Valve, and given Valve's move into Australia it may prove worthwhile if a bunch of grey market sellers want to offload their stock.
Retailers such as Amazon, eBay, Kogan, Dick Smith, Catch and even Woolworths have listings for purchasing Steam Deck for Australians, though none of those reputable retailers are actually selling it direct: All listings for Steam Deck are via third-party sellers.
It's not just us warning to be cautious: Valve itself has said to be careful. In a tweet on January 11, the official Steam Deck account had this to say. "A quick note that the only official ways to purchase Steam Deck are directly from Steam (in the US, CA, EU, and UK), or from Komodo (JP, KR, TW, and HK). Steam Decks sold via any other websites or retailers are unofficial - please be careful."
Should you buy a Steam Deck in Australia via a third-party seller? It's a risk, but if prices drop lower than buying from Valve direct—which very rarely happens—then it may be worthwhile. If you're buying via eBay, and with PayPal, there should be protections in place.
I'm throwing all caution to the wind and buying a Steam Deck via a third-party. Where is it currently cheap?
Below are the current best prices for all Steam Deck OLED models including 512GB and 1TB models. Again: check the seller, and check their reviews, before deciding to take the plunge.
