Unfortunately, that’s not entirely the case. Theoretically, the PC games you purchase from the Steam Store should be able to run on the Deck as well-it’s one of the Deck’s biggest claims to fame. While the Nintendo Switch and Steam Deck can play many of the same games, there are also many titles that are exclusive to either platform. But it also wins because it supports more than one video output and resolution. The Nintendo Switch Lite cannot do any of that, so by technicality, the Steam Deck wins over the Switch simply because all its models/configurations can connect to your TV. Connected to a dock, you can even use the Deck as a full HTPC. The Steam Deck not only supports HDMI 2.0, but it also supports DisplayPort 1.4, which can output up to 4K resolution content at 120Hz. However, those Switch models can only output up to 1080p in TV mode, and the Switch only supports HDMI 2.0. Or you can pick up Valve's dedicated Steam Deck Dock for $89. The HDMI port is built into the included dock for both the Switch and Switch OLED, while you’ll need a USB-C to HDMI adapter for the Deck-but you can find one of those for under $20.

The Nintendo Switch, Switch OLED, and the Deck can all connect to your TV, which is great if you don’t always want to stare at a small screen.

Here’s where things get a little interesting. Our pick: Nintendo Switch (OLED) Connectivity But compared to the 7-inch Switch OLED display, the colors on the Steam Deck are more faded and washed out. While there is a special anti-glare glass cover on the most expensive Steam Deck model's display, all three configurations use the same 7-inch LCD display. The Switch OLED also has a bigger 7-inch screen, while the regular Switch has a 6.2-inch screen and the Switch Lite has a 5.5-inch screen. This one is cut and dry: While the Switch and Switch Lite models have LCD touch screens that get the job done, the Switch OLED has (surprise) an OLED touch screen, which displays richer colors and deeper blacks than the other models. The Switch OLED's display produces richer and warmer reds, oranges, and yellows compared to the Steam Deck.

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