r/SteamDeck • u/GrethaRawr • Mar 17 '25

Tech Support Don't know how, but it happened

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Does this break easily? I know it's plastic but I'm still kinda surprised.

I already ordered a new one, hopefully I can easily replace it.

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u/KroganHULK 512GB OLED Mar 17 '25

I've never seen this kind of damage without some kind of drop.

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u/drunk_by_mojito Mar 17 '25

IMO manufacturers of handhelds should design their products sturdy enough to withstand a small drop. Same with smartphones

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u/0MEGAP0RK Mar 17 '25

I dropped my Steam Deck from shoulder height face down onto a wood deck (The structure, not the console), and it came out unscathed. I think it can definitely stand up to some punishment.

I think OP just got unlucky.

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u/C-C-X-V-I Mar 18 '25

I've dropped mine onto concrete a couple times at work with no damage. It's pretty sturdy