Unsupported: may not work
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for Argo
Spec-based estimate
Excellent: runs great on Steam Deck
ProtonDB Rating
Community Linux/Deck compatibility
Performance Estimate
Based on the Steam Deck GPU (RDNA 2, about a Radeon RX 560, 4,550 pts) at its native 1280x800. Real performance depends on the game's optimization and Proton.
Spec Comparison
| Component | Steam Deck | Minimum | Recommended | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | RDNA 2 (Score: 4,550) | NVIDIA GeForce 9800GT / AMD Radeon HD 5670 / Intel HD Graphics 4000 with 512 MB VRAM (500) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 / AMD Radeon HD 7800 Series with 2 GB VRAM (2,400) | Pass |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | Intel Dual-Core 2.4 GHz or AMD Dual-Core Athlon 2.5 GHz | Intel Core i5-4460 or AMD FX 4300 or better | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 4 GB | 6 GB | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 20 GB | 20 GB | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run Argo?
Argo is currently Unsupported on Steam Deck. Valve has tested it and found compatibility issues. ProtonDB community reports rate it as "bronze", which may mean some workarounds exist.
What settings should I use for Argo on Steam Deck?
For Argo on Steam Deck we estimate: High at 800p, 50-60 FPS. On PC the game recommends a GeForce GTX 660; the Deck's GPU is roughly a Radeon RX 560 (4,550 pts) and meets that on paper. Start at medium settings and adjust based on frame rate.
Does Argo have Steam Deck verified status?
No, Argo is marked as Unsupported on Steam Deck. Valve has determined it does not work properly on the device.
