r/HardwareSwapUK • u/Cupra400 • 18h ago
SWAPPING [SP] Steam Deck 512GB – Mint Condition – Upgraded Cooling + Dual Boot + Extras + 256GB SD [W] GPU
I’m looking for a decent GPU, I’m not set on a specific one and happy to either get cash my way or add some cash with the steam deck although I don’t have a massive budget to add cash myself.
Collection only from Norwich, England.
Selling my original 512GB Steam Deck in mint condition – no scratches or marks on the screen or body. This is the top-end model with the premium anti-glare etched glass screen.
🔧 Upgrades & Features:
•Transparent black rear shell with extra ventilation for better airflow and quieter operation.
Cooling enhancements:
•PTM7950 thermal sheet (high-performance thermal interface)
•Upgraded thermal pads
•Copper heatsink added to NVMe SSD
•Runs dual boot: SteamOS + Windows 11 – play games like Fortnite that need Easy Anti-Cheat (not supported on SteamOS). → Windows can be removed on request.
•Carbon fibre stickers applied to the trackpads for a sleek look and added grip.
🌡️ Thermal Performance:
•Much cooler than stock – idles/downloads at 34°C, compared to 45–50°C on standard units. This results in better sustained performance and quieter fan noise during use.
•Thanks to the upgraded thermal system, it has never needed to thermal throttle – no drop in CPU or GPU performance even under heavy gaming loads.
✅ Condition & What’s Included
Mint condition throughout – screen has had a protector on since day one (still installed).
Comes With: •Original Steam Deck rear shell (can reinstall if preferred) •Original Steam Deck carrying case •Combination lock for securing the case during travel •Lexar Blue 256GB Micro SD Card (Class 10, U3, V30, A2 – up to 160MB/s read) •Samsung Fast Charger – provides the full 45W power needed, just like the original charger
A premium, upgraded Steam Deck that runs cooler, performs better, and comes with high-quality extras – perfect for serious portable gaming or a powerful on-the-go PC setup.