The Steam Deck assembly process leverages China’s concentrated electronics manufacturing ecosystem, particularly in Guangdong’s Pearl River Delta region. The process begins with component sourcing from specialized suppliers across Shenzhen and Dongguan.

Component Integration: Custom APUs are paired with memory modules, storage drives from Suzhou’s precision facilities, and displays. PCB assembly happens in Shenzhen’s Bao’an district, where 24-hour component availability enables rapid prototyping and production scaling.

Final Assembly: At Dongguan’s Songshan Lake facility, automated and manual assembly lines integrate the mainboard, battery, cooling system, and controls into the chassis. Each unit undergoes thermal testing, button response validation, and display calibration.

Quality & Logistics: Final quality checks include gaming performance benchmarks before units are packaged. The proximity to Shenzhen’s port infrastructure enables efficient global distribution, with most units shipping within 48 hours of final inspection.