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Common Questions
What is the 'Steam Frame' and what are its specifications at the $1,059 price point?
The Steam Frame is Valve's new standalone VR headset.
The 256GB model, priced at $1,059, features a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, 16GB of RAM, and comes with two controllers and a copy of Half-Life: Alyx.
Why is the Steam Frame priced at $1,059, and how does this compare to Valve's initial plans?
The $1,059 price for the Steam Frame is higher than Valve initially intended, primarily due to the ongoing global memory and storage component crisis, often referred to as the 'RAM-pocalypse.' Valve engineers indicated that the price increases for the Steam Deck and Steam Machine could provide insight into the original target price, suggesting the Steam Frame might have been aimed closer to $750.
How does the Steam Frame's price compare to other VR headsets on the market?
At $1,059, the Steam Frame is positioned as a premium PCVR headset, though it is not the most expensive.
For comparison, the Meta Quest 3 starts around $499, while other dedicated PCVR headsets like the Samsung Galaxy XR can cost up to $1,899.
What accessories are included with the Steam Frame, and are there any additional costs?
The $1,059 Steam Frame includes the headset, two controllers, an eye spacer for glasses, and a dedicated Wi-Fi 6GHz dongle for PCVR streaming.
Notably, a power supply unit is not included in the box and costs an additional $29, though any 45W USB-C charger will work.
