Quizzes Quiz: More or Less Expensive Than a Steam Machine? Valve's Device vs. a Pallet of Noodles, Gold, and a Beach Vacation
Quiz: More or Less Expensive Than a Steam Machine? Valve's Device vs. a Pallet of Noodles, Gold, and a Beach Vacation
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Marat Usupov
June 30, 2026
Marat Usupov
June 30, 2026
When Valve announced the price of its new-generation Steam Machine — $1349 — gamers were stunned. When the company flatly stated "we don't sell hardware at a loss," the internet immediately exploded with creative math. Turns out that for the price of one gaming box, you can buy some seriously unexpected things. Maybe even several times over. But reading other people's comparisons is one thing — figuring it out for yourself is another. Take our quiz and find out how well you know your alternatives!
And if you're hearing about this device category for the first time, check out our article "Steam Machine Explained: What You Need to Know About Valve’s New Device," where we break down exactly what this beast is.
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And if you're hearing about this device category for the first time, check out our article "Steam Machine Explained: What You Need to Know About Valve’s New Device," where we break down exactly what this beast is.