After two price rises in 2026, the Switch 2 costs $499.99 and the Steam Deck OLED starts at $789. One is a simple console with Nintendo games; the other is a pocket PC with your Steam library.
🌍 Global · Last updated November 13, 2026
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The Switch 2 wins for most buyers in 2026 because the Steam Deck OLED now costs about $290 more. The Deck is still the one to get if you already own a big Steam library.
$499.99 vs $789 for the 512GB Deck.
Nintendo exclusives vs a Steam library of 19,000+ playable games.
7.9-inch 1080p 120Hz LCD vs 7.4-inch HDR OLED at 800p.
About 535 g vs 640 g.
The Switch 2 comes with a dock and is built for the TV.
Switch 2 is plug and play; the Deck rewards tinkering.
Pick Switch 2 for Mario, Zelda and Pokemon, family play and the lower price.
Pick Steam Deck OLED if you already own lots of Steam games and want the OLED screen.
ⓘ Both prices changed in 2026 and stock of the Steam Deck has been uneven. Check current prices before buying.