Can Steam Deck Run Quake Live?
Steam Deck compatibility check and performance analysis
Playable: works with adjustments
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for Quake Live
Spec-based estimate
RAM only: GPU requirement unverified
ProtonDB Rating
Community Linux/Deck compatibility
Spec Comparison
| Component | Steam Deck | Minimum | Recommended | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | RDNA 2 (Score: 4,550) | NVIDIA GeForce 4 MX or better, ATI Radeon 8500 or better, Intel i915 chipset or better 1024x600 resolution | NVIDIA GeForce 7 Series or better, ATI Radeon X1800 series or better 1920x1080 resolution | ? |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | 2 GHz Intel Processor or better | 2 GHz Intel Quad Core Processor or better | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 1 GB | 2 GB | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 1 GB | 2 GB | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run Quake Live?
Yes, Quake Live is rated Playable on Steam Deck: it runs, but may need manual tweaks such as graphics settings or the on-screen keyboard.
What settings should I use for Quake Live on Steam Deck?
We don't have enough spec data to recommend specific settings for Quake Live on Steam Deck. Start at medium settings at the native 800p resolution and adjust based on performance.
Does Quake Live have Steam Deck verified status?
Quake Live is marked as Playable, not Verified, on Steam Deck. It works but doesn't meet every Verified criterion, so you may need some manual adjustments.