Valve remains on schedule to begin shipping its AMD-powered Steam Machine in early 2026, following confirmation from AMD CEO Lisa Su during the company’s latest earnings call.
Su referenced the device while discussing AMD’s product roadmap, stating that Valve is on track to start shipping its Steam Machine early this year, reinforcing timelines the company has previously outlined.
Valve initially outlined the Steam Machine as a compact, living-room PC built around SteamOS and custom AMD hardware, with early details and ongoing rumours pointing to a console-style experience rather than a traditional desktop setup.
Key questions around pricing and performance remain, as outlined in our breakdown of things we still want to know.
Shipping timeline reinforced by AMD
Su’s remarks align with Valve’s earlier guidance that placed the Steam Machine’s arrival in early 2026, a window that typically points to a first-quarter launch rather than later in the year.
Despite the confirmation, Valve has not yet shared updated details on pricing, configurations, or regional availability, leaving several key questions unanswered ahead of launch.
RAM pricing adds uncertainty to Steam Machine launch costs
The Steam Machine enters a market shaped by rising component costs, particularly system memory, which could influence how aggressively Valve prices the device.
Industry-wide pressure on RAM supply has already affected PC and console hardware pricing, and analysts expect those conditions to persist throughout much of 2026.
That environment places added emphasis on value positioning, especially as the Steam Machine is expected to compete indirectly with consoles, mini PCs, and Valve’s own Steam Deck ecosystem.
Valve’s decision to rely on AMD silicon reflects a continuation of its broader strategy, which has already proven effective in balancing performance and efficiency across its handheld hardware.
While speculation continues around a possible March debut, Valve has not confirmed a specific launch date or pre-order timeline.
For now, the latest comments from AMD serve as a reaffirmation rather than a full update, but they keep the Steam Machine firmly on track for an early 2026 arrival.
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