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But while the Steam Deck is impressive, it has its limits.
For example, the console only ships with 16GB of LPDDR5 memory.
The Steam Deck’s RAM is soldered to the console’s PCB.
Things could be worse for those looking to mod the Steam Deck.
Triszka pointed out that there isn’t glue under the chips.
Modding the Steam Deck to increase its memory also requires firmware modification.
Triszka shared a screenshot on X (formerly Twitter) that demonstrates the Steam Deck recognizing the increased RAM.
Today I did another #SteamDeck mod.
Upgraded the memory to 32GB!
Let’s bring the upgrades to the next level!
(Yes, I cleaned the flux off later.)
The popularity of the console has led modders to try several ways to customize it.
Our colleagues atTom’s Hardwarehave tested out a variety of SSDs on the Steam Deck.
We’ve also made theSteam Deck run Windows 11.
