
The Nintendo Switch (OLED model) and Steam Deck OLED (1TB) are most easily told apart by their overall size. On height, the Steam Deck OLED (1TB) measures 298.0 mm against the Nintendo Switch (OLED model)'s 241.2 mm — about 56.8 mm more. On width, the Steam Deck OLED (1TB) measures 117.0 mm against the Nintendo Switch (OLED model)'s 101.6 mm — about 15.4 mm more. On thickness, the Steam Deck OLED (1TB) measures 49.0 mm against the Nintendo Switch (OLED model)'s 14.0 mm — about 35.0 mm more.
The Steam Deck OLED (1TB) is the heavier of the two at 640 g, compared with 421 g for the Nintendo Switch (OLED model). That is a 219 g difference (52%). In daily handling the difference is easy to feel.
Best used with two hands for full screen access.
Best used with two hands for full screen access.
| Metric | Nintendo Switch (OLED model) | Steam Deck OLED (1TB) | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 101.6 mm | 117.0 mm | -15.4 mm |
| Height | 241.2 mm | 298.0 mm | -56.8 mm |
| Depth | 14.0 mm | 49.0 mm | -35.0 mm |
| Weight | 421 g | 640 g | -219 g |