Since its 2022 launch, the Steam Deck was a top seller on Valve's revenue charts, rarely dropping outside the top 10.
After a price increase in May 2025, the handheld's chart position fell sharply from 5th to 14th place by early July, contrasting with 2025 when it never dropped below 7th.
Valve warned of intermittent shortages in February 2025, leading to lower chart positions and eventual unavailability until May.
Boiling Steam estimates Steam Deck sales may have dropped by about 80%, from 11,000–18,000 units per week in 2025 to 1,400–3,000 units per week currently, though estimates are rough.
The Steam Deck experienced an 82% drop in unit sales after a 40-46% price hike in May 2026, with the average selling price jumping from $540 to $835.
The device fell from top 5 to 14th position in Steam's Global Weekly Top Sellers chart, reflecting a 72% revenue contraction due to the increased pricing.
The removal of the cheaper LCD model and elimination of the sub-$399 entry point shifted the value proposition, making the Steam Deck less competitive against alternatives like the ASUS ROG Ally X.
Future prospects for the Steam Deck depend on potential price reductions, release of Steam Deck 2, or competitor pricing hikes.