If you've finally picked up a Steam Deck, and want to take your portable gaming to the next level, then you might want to consider buying a dock. Docks not only provide you with a great way to charge your Steam Deck but also give you a few useful ports to connect to an external display or use wired peripherals like a keyboard and mouse. If you've got one all-new Steam Deck OLED, and are wondering if it needs a specific dock, rest assured, as it's compatible with all the docks we've covered in this list. We've scoured the length and breadth of Steam Deck dock options out there and picked the very best in case you aren't sure which one to get!
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Official Steam Deck Dock
Official optionThe official Steam Deck dock is a bit pricey, but Valve officially supports it, and you can buy it with your Steam credit if you'd like. It features three USB-A 3.1 ports, Ethernet, a DisplayPort, and an HDMI port for hooking up to your TV. It also comes with a USB-C connector for power.
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JSAUX Steam Deck Dock
Editor's ChoiceIf you're looking for something more affordable, JSAUX's Steam Deck dock gives you multiple USB outputs, an HDMI port, Ethernet, and full-speed charging support for your console. For our money, it's probably the best affordable Steam Deck Dock you can get.
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YYDSTDK Steam Deck Dock
Best ValueIf you're really pinching pennies but want something to get you pretty much all the way there, then the YYDSTDK Steam Deck dock should have everything you need. It has three USB 3.0 ports, an HDMI output, and an Ethernet port. It's a case-friendly dock, too, so long as your case isn't thicker than 2.4cm.
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Anker 341 7-in-1 USB-C Hub
Best USB-C HubAnker's 341 USB-C hub isn't just for the Steam Deck, but if you don't mind placing your Steam Deck flat on a table, it's a great option. It's a bit cheaper than most other docks here and has nearly as many features, with two USB 3.0 ports, an HDMI output, a USB-C data port, and an SD card reader.
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NewQ Steam Deck Dock
Portable designThe NewQ Steam Deck Dock is a 4-in-1 dock that boasts a unique design with two USB 2.0 ports, an HDMI output, and Ethernet support. It also has a kickstand to hold it up instead of sitting in a dock, and the outputs come out facing upward rather than downward.
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iVoler 5-in-1 Hub Steam Deck Dock Stand
Solid build qualityThe iVoler Steam Deck Dock comes with three USB 3.0 ports, an Ethernet port, and HDMI out. It's made of aluminum and supports charging your Steam Deck at full speed. It's a little more expensive than other options, but it has a solid build quality.
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SHEZI Steam Deck Dock
If you need VGAWhat's special about the SHEZI Steam Deck Dock is that it's blue (so it adds a little bit of color versus the sea of gray and black) and has a VGA port. VGA is very much a dated technology, but if you have an old monitor sitting around that has VGA and doesn't have HDMI, then this will work perfectly with it.
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LISEN Steam Deck Dock
Active coolingIf you want to make sure your Steam Deck is always running as smoothly as possible, this docking station offers additional air cooling to keep it in top shape. Plus, it has five USB Type-A ports, Ethernet, SD card readers, and HDMI.
Best Steam Deck docks in 2023: Bottom line
At the end of the day, all of these docks do the same thing, and it's going to be a matter of which one you like the looks of the most and what you can afford. A dock is a good way to add to the versatility of your Steam Deck and can turn your handheld into a gaming console that connects to your TV or monitor easily. There are a lot of games that can benefit from a dock, and you should definitely check out ProtonDB for some ideas if you've exhausted your Verified on Deck library, or check out our own recommendations for games that play great on the Steam Deck.
Our own Adam Conway has been thoroughly enjoying the Steam Deck, and has used the JSAUX Steam Deck Dock for months. It gives you the ability to enjoy your games more comfortably than you might on a PC, or when playing on a big TV in the living room. With an SD card filled with games and a dock that's portable, you can play all your favorite games anywhere, with the added bonus of using a bigger screen when you want to.
Steam Deck
Valve's first portable gaming PC, the Steam Deck is one of the best gaming devices on the market, giving you access to a huge library of games you can play anywhere you go.