Thus are compared Xbox Series X, PS5 and the new Steam Machine: one surpasses the others.
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Valve has introduced its new Steam Machine, a mini PC that directly targets the console market with an impressive spec sheet. The idea is clear: desktop performance in a tiny format, and a thermal system that draws heavily from the Xbox Series X approach.
For many gamers, the question is inevitable: how does this new proposal stack up against current consoles? And the truth is that, at least on paper, Valve has put forward an attractive hardware offering, with a curious balance between raw power and ultra-compact design.
Technical Comparison: Steam Machine vs Xbox Series X vs PS5
| Feature | Steam Machine (Announced) | PS5 | Xbox Series X |
|---|---|---|---|
| CPU | AMD Zen 4 (6C/12T) | AMD Zen 2 (8C/16T) | AMD Zen 2 (8C/16T) |
| Max CPU Frequency | 4.8 GHz | 3.5 GHz | 3.8 GHz |
| GPU | AMD RDNA 3 (28 CUs) | AMD RDNA 2 (36 CUs) | AMD RDNA 2 (52 CUs) |
| Max GPU Frequency | 2.45 GHz | 2.23 GHz | 1.825 GHz |
| Theoretical Power | Aims for 4K/60 FPS | 10.28 TFLOPS | 12.15 TFLOPS |
| Memory | 16 GB DDR5 + 8 GB GDDR6 (24 GB total) | 16 GB GDDR6 unified | 16 GB GDDR6 unified |
Steam Machine Competes, but Xbox Series X Remains the GPU Leader
The most striking aspect of the comparison is how Valve has opted for a very fast Zen 4 CPU, which puts Steam Machine ahead in terms of frequency, although not necessarily in the number of cores. However, when the comparison shifts to the GPU, Xbox Series X maintains its lead thanks to its 52 CUs, placing it ahead of PS5 and Steam Machine in terms of raw graphics capability.
Valve compensates for this difference with a hybrid approach between PC and console: FSR, combined memory, and a compact thermal system inspired by Series X, which moves air vertically and maintains performance without issues. For a 16-centimeter cube, the proposal is more than notable.
If the choice depends on graphics power, Xbox Series X remains ahead. If you’re looking for versatility and a compact format, Steam Machine plays in its own league.
Founder and editor of SoloXboxOne and Generación Xbox. He is also one of the owners of the GX Group, Samsung Universe and the Reflotes forum. Adrian has reviewed over 200 games on the web and has an average score of 85 according to Opencritic. Among his expertise as a writer and analyst, he has interviewed Microsoft personalities and participated in private gaming events.
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