Valve’s VR Headset Priced Over $1,000, Reservations Now Available

Last fall, Valve unveiled an exciting new range of hardware, including a gaming PC reminiscent of the GameCube, dubbed the Steam Machine, along with a fresh controller. They also introduced the Steam Frame, their VR headset. While the pricing and release details for the Steam Machine were shared in late June, VR enthusiasts have been eagerly awaiting the cost of the Steam Frame. On Monday, Valve finally disclosed the price, and it’s not exactly budget-friendly.

The 256GB version of the Steam Frame is priced at $1,059, which is $10 more than the entry-level Steam Machine. If you’re looking for more storage, the 1TB model will set you back $1,299. Both versions come equipped with two Steam Frame Controllers, 16GB of Unified LPDDR5X RAM, a powerful 4 nm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 – ARM64 processor, and additional features. You can find the complete specifications on the Steam store. Plus, each purchase includes a copy of Half-Life: Alyx to enhance your game library.

Neither model will come with a power supply, but Valve offers those for separate purchase. The product page mentions that a Steam Deck charger (or a similar one) will work, or you can opt for a 45W power supply available for $29. Other first-party accessories include the Ergonomic Accessories Kit, which features two controller hand straps/battery doors, a headset top strap, and an extended light blocker for $59, and the Accessory Replacement Kit, which includes a face gasket, head cushion, and standard light blocker for $49.

Valve is managing the sales of the Steam Frame similarly to how they handled the Steam Machine. Interested buyers will need to sign up for one model by Thursday, Sept. 17 at 1:00 p.m. EDT. After that, Valve will randomly sort the sign-ups into two groups: some will secure a reservation for a Steam Frame, while others will be placed on a waitlist. Those in the reservation group will receive emails to purchase a Steam Frame as they become available for shipping, starting on Sept. 18. Waitlisted individuals will have to wait for an email to see if they’ve moved into the reservation queue.

As Valve explains, the Steam Frame will ship directly from Steam to customers in the US, Canada, the United Kingdom, the European Union, and Australia. For regions like Hong Kong, Japan, and Taiwan, shipping will be handled through Komodo. Signup lists are organized by region, so you’ll be placed in the reservation queue or waitlist specific to your area.

To sign up, you’ll need to meet certain requirements. You must have a Steam account in good standing and have made a purchase on Steam before April 27, 2026. Only one signup for the Steam Frame is permitted per household.

The Steam Frame headset isn’t limited to VR games; you can stream your entire Steam library to it. Similar to the Steam Deck and Steam Machine, games will receive verification ratings to indicate which titles will run “standalone” on the device. Valve has already curated a “Great on Frame” page on the Steam store for browsing Steam Frame Standalone Verified games.

Like the Steam Deck or Steam Machine, the Steam Frame operates on SteamOS, allowing you to install other applications and customize it to your liking.

While the Steam Deck is currently available, if you’re interested in acquiring a Steam Machine or Steam Controller to complement your Steam Frame, you’ll need to sign up for those as well at this time.

Valve’s latest offering is a solid choice for casual PC gamers rather than tech-savvy experts.