Playable: works with adjustments
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for Thief
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) | AMD Radeon 4800 series / Nvidia GTS 250 | AMD Radeon HD R9 series or better / Nvdia GTX 660 series or better (2,400) | Pass |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | High-Performance Dual Core CPU or Quad Core CPU | AMD FX 8000 series or better / Intel Quad i7 Core CPU | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 4 GB | 4 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 Thief?
Yes, Thief is rated Playable on Steam Deck: it runs, but may need manual tweaks such as graphics settings or the on-screen keyboard. Our spec-based estimate: A (Smooth).
What settings should I use for Thief on Steam Deck?
For Thief on Steam Deck we estimate: High at 800p, 50-60 FPS. On PC the game recommends a GeForce GTX 660 series; 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 Thief have Steam Deck verified status?
Thief 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.
