Unsupported: may not work
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for Zero-K
Spec-based estimate
Good: meets the recommended specs
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) | 512 MB graphics card with OpenGL 3 support (GeForce 8800 or equivalent); integrated cards may not work (1,500) | 2048 MB graphics card with OpenGL 3 support (high GT 500 series or equivalent) (4,000) | Pass |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | 2.0 GHz dual core CPU with SSE (Intel Core 2 Duo or equivalent) | 3.0 GHz quad core CPU (Intel Core i5 or equivalent) | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 4 GB | 8 GB | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 6 GB | 8 GB | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run Zero-K?
Zero-K is currently Unsupported on Steam Deck. Valve has tested it and found compatibility issues. ProtonDB community reports rate it as "gold", which may mean some workarounds exist.
What settings should I use for Zero-K on Steam Deck?
For Zero-K on Steam Deck we estimate: Medium-High at 800p, 40-60 FPS. On PC the game recommends a GeForce GT 500 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 Zero-K have Steam Deck verified status?
No, Zero-K is marked as Unsupported on Steam Deck. Valve has determined it does not work properly on the device.
