Valve prices the Steam Machine at $1,049 Valve is launching the Steam Machine in four configurations, with prices ranging from $1,049 for a 512GB model to $1,428 for a 2TB model bundled with a Steam Controller. The device is significantly more expensive than current-generation consoles like the PS5 and Xbox Series X, but Valve emphasizes its value as a full Linux PC capable of playing a vast Steam library. The company claims it is selling the hardware at the cost of its components without subsidies.

• Registration for the Steam Machine interest opens today, with purchase emails starting June 29th.
• Four configurations are available: 512GB ($1,049) and 2TB ($1,349), with options to bundle a Steam Controller.
• The 2TB models include two additional swappable faceplates.
• The Steam Machine is priced higher than competing consoles like the PS5 and Xbox Series X.
• Its value proposition lies in playing a Steam library and functioning as a customizable Linux PC.
• Valve states the Steam Machine is sold at component cost.
• The Steam Controller was released separately in May and sold out quickly.
• Pricing and release details for the Steam Frame VR headset are still unannounced. Continue reading https://www.theverge.com/news/837022/valve-steam-machine-price-release-date