"Valve's second attempt at launching its Steam Machine is still set to happen in early 2026, according to AMD CEO Dr. Lisa Su. In an AMD earnings call, Su specifically mentions support for Valve Steam Machine, which will make use of an AMD processor. "From a product standpoint, Valve is on track to begin shipping its AMD-powered steam machine early this year," Su states, stopping short of giving an exact timeframe."
"The Steam Machine was one of a trio of hardware announcements from Valve in late 2025, with the company also revealing a new Steam Controller and Steam Frame, its next-generation VR headset meant to finally replace the fantastic, but aging, Valve Index. It's the second time Valve has attempted to launch a Linux-powered gaming PC, although this time it is manufacturing the device itself."
"It's the second time Valve has attempted to launch a Linux-powered gaming PC, although this time it is manufacturing the device itself. In the same earnings call, Dr. Lisa Su also mentioned that AMD is ready to support Microsoft's launch of a next-generation Xbox in 2027, despite no formal announcement of the console yet. This stands in contrast to recent reporting suggesting Sony might only launch its own new console in 2028."
Valve's second attempt to launch a Steam Machine is scheduled to ship in early 2026 and will use an AMD processor. AMD affirmed product support and indicated Valve is on track to begin shipping early in the year, though no exact timeframe or pricing has been provided. Rising RAM and storage costs could affect hardware launches. The Steam Machine is one of three hardware products revealed in late 2025, including a new Steam Controller and the Steam Frame VR headset, and Valve is manufacturing the device itself. AMD also indicated readiness to support a next-generation Xbox in 2027.
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