Is It Bad to Play Steam Deck While Charging?

SingingRidge·2 years ago

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ManningAndy·2 years ago

Nope, you can play your Steam Deck while it's charging without any issues! It's designed to handle that.

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PleasingSkip·2 years ago

Some say it could generate a bit more heat, but honestly, it’s no big deal. Just don't block the vents!

PassingDada·2 years ago

I've been playing my Steam Deck while charging for months, and it's been totally fine. No noticeable wear or performance drop.

NoticingPuff·2 years ago

It’s perfectly safe to use the Steam Deck while charging. Modern devices are built to manage that kind of use.

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