This New OLED Steam Deck is SO CLEAN

The new white limited edition Steam Deck OLED is here, and part of me thinks this should have been a color option from the very start -- it's super clean looking, but probably not worth upgrading if you already have one (as you should). Let's check it out!

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Timestamps:
00:00 introduction
00:48 Steam Deck isn't mainstream
02:10 unboxing and impressions
04:38 will it get dirty?
05:26 vs ROG Ally Z1E
06:28 testing the KillSwitch case
08:33 tomtoc hardshell case
09:02 screen discussion
11:32 LED light bleed
12:05 summary and conclusion

Theme song written by Jim Gray of Our Ghosts:

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[mechanicalmonk]

Russ gaslighting himself into getting a limited edition OLED Deck is all of us

[WheeledHamster]

Bro walked in to his room, tripped on his keyboard and accidentally hit add to cart and payment info.

[jarnobot]

Russ on NerdNest: "It's tempting, but I'm not going to buy it"
Russ on RGC, not even a week later: "I got the white Steam Deck in the mail yesterday. I as not going to buy it, but it kind of just happened"

[WallachGaming]

LOL - "I wasn't planning on buying one, but I added a notification to my calendar as soon as it was available, and bought it within a minute of it going live for purchase"

me too dude I tripped and fell on the "add to cart" button and my cat jumped up and completed the order so I was like nbd it happens

[JubalVoid]

You say you had to talk yourself into getting this, but it feels a lot more like you actually failed to talk yourself out of it lol.

[loz]

Russ: "I have too many steam decks and wont be getting the white"
Also Russ: "Heres the new white steam deck!"

[MNaka-ufyz]

Russ! You caved in! Don't try to find excuses! 🤣

[Rhomagus]

Russ's story about cautiously buying the White OLED is the same exact story I had for the smoke black OLED. My 512GB LCD was fine, but I was curious about the small revisions.

"Oh noooo. I accidentally bought another Steam Deck. Whatever shall I do?"

[jasondonnelly]

This should have been an “Aperture Science” edition with orange and blue LED sticks and the Aperture logo.

[thescienceoftankss]

Imagine going to a garage sale and meeting Russ! I would absolutely play games with him. He deserves the break.

[Aaron-edxs]

6:50 "I've always enjoyed this overall thicker feel"

Me too bro I feel you

[GameTechTalk]

That part about the garage sale was really eye opening because indeed, to the online world into these kinds of devices, it would seem as if every neighbor knows what the Steam Deck is when in fact.... Thanks Russ, that was really cool to hear about!

[DogBlessGeesus]

Great review. I would say when comparing the Etched Glass vs. Glossy, the glossy may have a bit better "pop" to it but if you plan on taking your deck anywhere or playing in well lit rooms you are always going to be trying to reposition yourself so that the light isn't ruining the picture. The etched has been so nice for taking on road trips, planes, etc. just pick up, play and never had to worry about the light sources around you.

[WillC]

I have the transparent black OLED LE and I have come to appreciate the etched glass. The screen looks great compared to non-oled screens and works great for reducing glare if you are out and about. A lot of users have stated using steam decks indoors, but i do like that the etched glass provides that versatility.

[ScottWozniak]

5:09 I'm not sure how wet or saturated those wipes are, but I can tell you from experience that alcohol can take the color (or at least print) off things so tread carefully. I use a paper towel with a light spritz of Windex myself. 🕹

[madmyc]

The etched glass does look better if you actually want to use your device anywhere but your living room. I think that is why it’s considered the more premium option. The glossy screen makes it difficult to use on the go.

[Madblaster]

I love the look of the white. That said, I don’t want my handheld to be white. I don’t want it glowing or be distracting while I play games at night. Also black contrasts better with the screen.

[hynestimothy]

The first thing I will do when I get one is to get a naked slick wrap. I love their skins like the protection but also the slight glow, it beautiful

[qualitycommentszone]

I’m sorry but I have to stop watching this channel or else I’ll end up owning like 50 devices

[cheese]

Russ puts out quality content back to back to back. Thanks for your hard work man and don't forget to also take rests.