Can Steam Deck Run Contagion?
Steam Deck compatibility check and performance analysis
Verified: runs great on Steam Deck
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for Contagion
Spec-based estimate
On paper its GPU is 32% of the PC minimum GPU. PC specs assume 1080p; the Deck plays at 800p and Valve's test is what counts.
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) | DirectX® 9 compatible video card with 256 MB, Shader model 2.0. ATI X800, NVidia 6600 or better (14,100) | DirectX® 9 compatible video card with 512 MB, Shader model 3.0. ATI X1600, NVidia 7600 or better (16,800) | Below |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | 2.4 GHz Intel Dual Core Processor | 2.4 GHz Intel Dual Core Processor | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 4 GB | 8 GB | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 10 GB | 10 GB | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
PC requirements are written for a desktop at 1080p or higher. The Deck renders at 1280x800, so a GPU below the PC spec on paper doesn't mean it won't run: Valve's test is the one that counts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run Contagion?
Yes. Contagion is Deck Verified by Valve: it runs well on Steam Deck with full controller support and readable text. On paper the Deck's GPU (4,550 pts) is 32% of the PC minimum GPU, but PC requirements assume 1080p and Valve tested it at the Deck's 800p.
What settings should I use for Contagion on Steam Deck?
For Contagion on Steam Deck, start from Valve's tested defaults at 800p and lower settings if the frame rate dips. On PC the game recommends a GeForce 7600; the Deck's GPU is roughly a Radeon RX 560 (4,550 pts) and falls below that on paper.
Does Contagion have Steam Deck verified status?
Yes, Contagion is officially Deck Verified by Valve. It meets all of Valve's compatibility criteria: controller support, readable text, full-screen display and good performance on Steam Deck.
