Steam Frame Ships With 2160x2160 Displays and 438g Weight, Starting at ¥199,800
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Updated · GIGAZINE（ギガジン） · Sep 27
Steam Frame Ships With 2160x2160 Displays and 438g Weight, Starting at ¥199,800
3 articles · Updated · GIGAZINE（ギガジン） · Sep 27
Summary
Valve’s Steam Frame, released Sept. 15, is now in users’ hands with two models priced at ¥199,800 for 256GB and ¥244,980 for 1TB in Japan.
The headset runs Linux-based SteamOS and supports both standalone play and wireless PC VR via a bundled Wi-Fi 6E adapter, while also letting users place a large virtual screen for non-VR games.
Key hardware details include 2160x2160 LCDs, up to 100-degree field of view, 72-144Hz refresh rate, 60-70mm IPD adjustment, and inside-out tracking that avoids external base stations.
The unit weighs 438g, uses a 21.6Wh rear battery for balance, fits glasses up to 140mm wide, and charges over USB-C at up to 45W with no charger included.
Steam Frame also uses a modular design that separates the core module from the head strap, hinting at future accessory upgrades such as enhanced battery or audio straps.