Valve Steam Deck transitions to Samsung OLED screens

Valve's Steam Deck, first released a year ago with a 7-inch LCD screen from BOE, has recently undergone a significant upgrade. The new Steam Deck OLED model marks a pivotal shift in Valve's portable gaming technology, primarily due to the switch to an OLED display, enhancing the overall gaming experience.

The original expectation was that BOE, a Chinese display manufacturer, would also provide OLED panels for this updated version. This assumption was based on their previous business relationship and BOE's competitive pricing, which seemingly positioned them to challenge Samsung Display. However, a recent legal development has altered this landscape.

Valve Steam Deck transitions to Samsung OLED screens

Samsung filed a complaint against BOE with the US International Trade Commission last month. Samsung accuses BOE of infringing upon its OLED display module patents and engaging in unfair competition practices. This lawsuit might impede any potential supply agreement between BOE and Valve for the Steam Deck displays.

The latest Steam Deck boasts several improvements over its predecessor. It features a resolution of 1280 x 800 and has seen an increase in its refresh rate, going from 60Hz to 90Hz. Additionally, it utilizes AMD's 6nm accelerated processing unit, is 30 grams lighter, and supports the latest version of Wi-Fi. Samsung Display, now providing the OLED screens for the Steam Deck, is poised to significantly benefit from this deal. This arrangement not only bolsters Samsung's position in the market but also ensures that they remain the sole supplier for the anticipated high demand of new Steam Deck systems this year.

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