Can Steam Deck Run Defiance?
Steam Deck compatibility check and performance analysis
Unknown: not yet tested by Valve
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for Defiance
Spec-based estimate
Overkill: Steam Deck crushes this
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) | 512MB video card (NVIDIA GeForce 8600, ATI Radeon HD 2900, or Intel HD 4000 integrated graphics or better) (500) | — | Pass |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | Intel Core 2 Duo 2.0 GHz CPU or better | — | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 2 GB | — | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 15 GB | — | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run Defiance?
Defiance has not been officially tested on Steam Deck by Valve. Based on hardware specs alone, our estimate is S (Overkill). ProtonDB rates it as "silver".
What settings should I use for Defiance on Steam Deck?
For Defiance on Steam Deck we estimate: Ultra / High at 800p, 60+ FPS. Start at medium settings and adjust based on frame rate.
Does Defiance have Steam Deck verified status?
Defiance has not received a Steam Deck verification status from Valve yet. Its compatibility is unknown and may change as Valve keeps testing.
