How to Make Your Steam Deck Run Better

avatarUnifyingSlum7 months ago
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avatarRepeatingRitz7 months ago

Consider installing games on a microSD card with high read/write speeds. Slower storage can bottleneck performance, so make sure your storage is up to snuff!

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avatarRemovingMyth7 months ago

Reduce the game settings for better performance. Lowering the resolution, turning off VSync, and reducing graphical details can give your games a significant FPS boost.


avatarMisleadingBride7 months ago

Keep your Steam Deck's software up to date. Valve regularly releases updates that can improve performance and fix bugs. You can check for updates in the settings menu.


avatarColoringNoon7 months ago

Use a cooling pad to keep your Steam Deck from overheating. Overheating can cause performance issues, and a cooling pad can help manage the device's temperature.


avatarSawingBully7 months ago

Make sure background applications are closed. Steam Deck, like any other computer, will run better when it's not multitasking. Free up those resources!

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