White Steam Deck OLED prices going bananas, so I'd try making your own this Black Friday

HardwareHandheldsWhite Steam Deck OLED prices going bananas, so I’d try making your own this Black FridayWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works. HardwareHandheldsWhite Steam Deck OLED prices going bananas, so I’d try making your own this Black FridayWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Future) Thanks to a handyBlack Friday Steam Deck deal, you can currently grab a replacement white shellfor $30.39 at Amazon(down from $37.99). If you’ve got the OLED version of Valve’s gaming handheld already, that means you’ll be able to dress it up like the limited edition model for less than most new game releases. There’s also a kit for the LCD edition with the same 20% discount that’s downto $36.79, which could serve as an even more affordable way to make your own white Deck. eXtremeRate white Steam Deck OLED shell |$37.99$30.39 at AmazonSave $7.60 -With 20% off thanks to Black Friday, you can now grab a replacement white Steam Deck OLED shell for just over $30, which includes a complete set of buttons and screws. This also marks a first discount for the kit, and the timing couldn’t be better.Buy it if:✅ You’re up for modding your Steam Deck✅ You’ve got the OLED model✅ You care about qualityDon’t buy it if:❌ You want to avoid modding❌ You’ve got the LCD modelPrice check:Walmart (out of stock)View Deal eXtremeRate white Steam Deck OLED shell |$37.99$30.39 at AmazonSave $7.60 -With 20% off thanks to Black Friday, you can now grab a replacement white Steam Deck OLED shell for just over $30, which includes a complete set of buttons and screws. This also marks a first discount for the kit, and the timing couldn’t be better.Buy it if:✅ You’re up for modding your Steam Deck✅ You’ve got the OLED model✅ You care about qualityDon’t buy it if:❌ You want to avoid modding❌ You’ve got the LCD modelPrice check:Walmart (out of stock)View Deal eXtremeRate white Steam Deck OLED shell |$37.99$30.39 at AmazonSave $7.60 -With 20% off thanks to Black Friday, you can now grab a replacement white Steam Deck OLED shell for just over $30, which includes a complete set of buttons and screws. This also marks a first discount for the kit, and the timing couldn’t be better.Buy it if:✅ You’re up for modding your Steam Deck✅ You’ve got the OLED model✅ You care about qualityDon’t buy it if:❌ You want to avoid modding❌ You’ve got the LCD modelPrice check:Walmart (out of stock)View Deal eXtremeRate white Steam Deck OLED shell |$37.99$30.39 at AmazonSave $7.60 -With 20% off thanks to Black Friday, you can now grab a replacement white Steam Deck OLED shell for just over $30, which includes a complete set of buttons and screws. This also marks a first discount for the kit, and the timing couldn’t be better.Buy it if:✅ You’re up for modding your Steam Deck✅ You’ve got the OLED model✅ You care about qualityDon’t buy it if:❌ You want to avoid modding❌ You’ve got the LCD modelPrice check:Walmart (out of stock) eXtremeRate white Steam Deck OLED shell |$37.99$30.39 at AmazonSave $7.60 -With 20% off thanks to Black Friday, you can now grab a replacement white Steam Deck OLED shell for just over $30, which includes a complete set of buttons and screws. This also marks a first discount for the kit, and the timing couldn’t be better.Buy it if:✅ You’re up for modding your Steam Deck✅ You’ve got the OLED model✅ You care about qualityDon’t buy it if:❌ You want to avoid modding❌ You’ve got the LCD modelPrice check:Walmart (out of stock) eXtremeRate white Steam Deck OLED shell |$37.99$30.39 at AmazonSave $7.60 -With 20% off thanks to Black Friday, you can now grab a replacement white Steam Deck OLED shell for just over $30, which includes a complete set of buttons and screws. This also marks a first discount for the kit, and the timing couldn’t be better. Buy it if: ✅ You’re up for modding your Steam Deck✅ You’ve got the OLED model✅ You care about quality Don’t buy it if: ❌ You want to avoid modding❌ You’ve got the LCD model Price check:Walmart (out of stock) View Deal View Deal View Deal eXtremeRate white Steam Deck LCD shell |$45.99$36.79 at AmazonSave $9.20 -For whatever reason, the LCD version of eXtremeRate’s white Steam Deck kit is more expensive, but still has the same 20% discount for Black Friday. The shell features the same precision cut design and high quality PBS plastic as the OLED version, and Black Friday also marks its first discount.Buy it if:✅ You’re willing to open your Steam Deck✅ You’ve got the LCD model✅ You want something that fits like the originalDon’t buy it if:❌ You’d rather steer clear of modding❌ You’ve got the OLED modelPrice check:Walmart $36.79View Deal eXtremeRate white Steam Deck LCD shell |$45.99$36.79 at AmazonSave $9.20 -For whatever reason, the LCD version of eXtremeRate’s white Steam Deck kit is more expensive, but still has the same 20% discount for Black Friday. The shell features the same precision cut design and high quality PBS plastic as the OLED version, and Black Friday also marks its first discount.Buy it if:✅ You’re willing to open your Steam Deck✅ You’ve got the LCD model✅ You want something that fits like the originalDon’t buy it if:❌ You’d rather steer clear of modding❌ You’ve got the OLED modelPrice check:Walmart $36.79View Deal eXtremeRate white Steam Deck LCD shell |$45.99$36.79 at AmazonSave $9.20 -For whatever reason, the LCD version of eXtremeRate’s white Steam Deck kit is more expensive, but still has the same 20% discount for Black Friday. The shell features the same precision cut design and high quality PBS plastic as the OLED version, and Black Friday also marks its first discount.Buy it if:✅ You’re willing to open your Steam Deck✅ You’ve got the LCD model✅ You want something that fits like the originalDon’t buy it if:❌ You’d rather steer clear of modding❌ You’ve got the OLED modelPrice check:Walmart $36.79View Deal eXtremeRate white Steam Deck LCD shell |$45.99$36.79 at AmazonSave $9.20 -For whatever reason, the LCD version of eXtremeRate’s white Steam Deck kit is more expensive, but still has the same 20% discount for Black Friday. The shell features the same precision cut design and high quality PBS plastic as the OLED version, and Black Friday also marks its first discount.Buy it if:✅ You’re willing to open your Steam Deck✅ You’ve got the LCD model✅ You want something that fits like the originalDon’t buy it if:❌ You’d rather steer clear of modding❌ You’ve got the OLED modelPrice check:Walmart $36.79 eXtremeRate white Steam Deck LCD shell |$45.99$36.79 at AmazonSave $9.20 -For whatever reason, the LCD version of eXtremeRate’s white Steam Deck kit is more expensive, but still has the same 20% discount for Black Friday. The shell features the same precision cut design and high quality PBS plastic as the OLED version, and Black Friday also marks its first discount.Buy it if:✅ You’re willing to open your Steam Deck✅ You’ve got the LCD model✅ You want something that fits like the originalDon’t buy it if:❌ You’d rather steer clear of modding❌ You’ve got the OLED modelPrice check:Walmart $36.79 eXtremeRate white Steam Deck LCD shell |$45.99$36.79 at AmazonSave $9.20 -For whatever reason, the LCD version of eXtremeRate’s white Steam Deck kit is more expensive, but still has the same 20% discount for Black Friday. The shell features the same precision cut design and high quality PBS plastic as the OLED version, and Black Friday also marks its first discount. Buy it if: ✅ You’re willing to open your Steam Deck✅ You’ve got the LCD model✅ You want something that fits like the original Don’t buy it if: ❌ You’d rather steer clear of modding❌ You’ve got the OLED model Price check:Walmart $36.79 View Deal View Deal View Deal Should you buy a white Steam Deck shell? Before you pick up a white shell for yourSteam Deck OLEDor the original LCD version, it’s worth stressing that you’ll have to essentially operate on your handheld. If you’re the type of player who’d rather never peer inside their gadgets, or you’re just too lazy for a hands-on project, you’ll probably want to just grab the real deal. However, if you’re like me and love to tinker with gaming tech, the mod itself will be just as enjoyable as the results. (Image credit: Future / Phil Hayton) The last time I cracked open my Steam Deck was to install a larger 2TBWD Black SN770 SSD, and you’re effectively half of the way there to replacing the shell with that mod. If you’re also planning on picking up a new drive for your handheld this Black Friday, that could be the encouragement you need to hit two birds with one upgrade stone. That said, you will have to remove a lot of the portable’s front to finish the job, including the triggers, touchpads, and thumbsticks. Sounds doable? Great! Just make sure you’ve got the right tools for the job before diving in. I personally use an iFixit essentials kit to get inside the Deck successfully, so I’d consider grabbing onefor $29.95as a long term investment. If you decide to go for one of the eXtremeRate kits I’ve highlighted above, you’ll want to triple check you’re buying the right one for your specific handheld, as the OLED and LCD shells are precision cut and will only fit on their respective portables. Other points to keep in mind are that while these third party shells will fit and are good quality, the look and feel will differ compared to an actual white Steam Deck OLED. For starters,Valve’s official shell uses grey button and sticks to provide a bit of contrast, whereas the entire third party kits are the same color. From experience, unofficial shells are noticeably different to the touch too, but that’s less of a con and more just a difference in plastic finish. Sign up to the GamesRadar+ Newsletter Weekly digests, tales from the communities you love, and more TOPICSdealsBlack Friday TOPICS More about handheldsThis handheld is the same size as an NES controller, but I use it to play 30 years worth of retro classicsWill the next Lenovo Legion Go actually be a Steam Deck? 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twist"5Creature Commandos review: “James Gunn’s heartwarming, R-rated tale about super-monsters proves that the DCU is in good hands” GAME REVIEWSMOVIE REVIEWSTV REVIEWS1Nemesis review: “A magical sense of tension"2Arcs review: “A whole lot of game in a small package"3Path of Exile 2 review: “A stellar start to a thrilling and brutal dark adventure"4Indiana Jones and the Great Circle review: “The best adventure Indy has embarked on in over 30 years"5Marvel Rivals review: “So preoccupied with trying to be like Overwatch that it forgets to play to its own strengths"1Sonic the Hedgehog 3 review: “Keanu Reeves as Shadow is wasted whilst Jim Carrey steals the show"2Mufasa: The Lion King review – “It’s no Hakuna Matata but this Disney origin story is a class above the 2019 movie"3Kraven the Hunter review: “The insistence on an R-rating helps save this, with a decent helping of bloodthirsty action"4The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim review – “An uninspired expansion of the most 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vibes of classic Star Wars with a swashbuckling twist"5Creature Commandos review: “James Gunn’s heartwarming, R-rated tale about super-monsters proves that the DCU is in good hands” GAME REVIEWSMOVIE REVIEWSTV REVIEWS 1Nemesis review: “A magical sense of tension” 1Nemesis review: “A magical sense of tension” 1 Nemesis review: “A magical sense of tension” 2Arcs review: “A whole lot of game in a small package” 2Arcs review: “A whole lot of game in a small package” 2 Arcs review: “A whole lot of game in a small package” 3Path of Exile 2 review: “A stellar start to a thrilling and brutal dark adventure” 3Path of Exile 2 review: “A stellar start to a thrilling and brutal dark adventure” 3 Path of Exile 2 review: “A stellar start to a thrilling and brutal dark adventure” 4Indiana Jones and the Great Circle review: “The best adventure Indy has embarked on in over 30 years” 4Indiana Jones and the Great Circle review: “The best adventure Indy has embarked on in over 30 years” 4 Indiana Jones and the Great Circle review: “The best adventure Indy has embarked on in over 30 years” 5Marvel Rivals review: “So preoccupied with trying to be like Overwatch that it forgets to play to its own strengths” 5Marvel Rivals review: “So preoccupied with trying to be like Overwatch that it forgets to play to its own strengths” 5 Marvel Rivals review: “So preoccupied with trying to be like Overwatch that it forgets to play to its own strengths” 1Sonic the Hedgehog 3 review: “Keanu Reeves as Shadow is wasted whilst Jim Carrey steals the show” 1Sonic the Hedgehog 3 review: “Keanu Reeves as Shadow is wasted whilst Jim Carrey steals the show” 1 Sonic the Hedgehog 3 review: “Keanu Reeves as Shadow is wasted whilst Jim Carrey steals the show” 2Mufasa: The Lion King review – “It’s no Hakuna Matata but this Disney origin story is a class above the 2019 movie” 2Mufasa: The Lion King review – “It’s no Hakuna Matata but this Disney origin story is a class above the 2019 movie” 2 Mufasa: The Lion King review – “It’s no Hakuna Matata but this Disney origin story is a class above the 2019 movie” 3Kraven the Hunter review: “The insistence on an R-rating helps save this, with a decent helping of bloodthirsty action” 3Kraven the Hunter review: “The insistence on an R-rating helps save this, with a decent helping of bloodthirsty action” 3 Kraven the Hunter review: “The insistence on an R-rating helps save this, with a decent helping of bloodthirsty action” 4The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim review – “An uninspired expansion of the most iconic screen take on Tolkien” 4The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim review – “An uninspired expansion of the most iconic screen take on Tolkien” 4 The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim review – “An uninspired expansion of the most iconic screen take on Tolkien” 5Nightbitch review: “Amy Adams' disappointing dark comedy is all bark and no bite” 5Nightbitch review: “Amy Adams' disappointing dark comedy is all bark and no bite” 5 Nightbitch review: “Amy Adams' disappointing dark comedy is all bark and no bite” 1Squid Game season 2 review: “Secures its place as one of the best shows on television right now” 1Squid Game season 2 review: “Secures its place as one of the best shows on television right now” 1 Squid Game season 2 review: “Secures its place as one of the best shows on television right now” 2Doctor Who 2024 Christmas special review: “Ncuti Gatwa is as magnetic as ever in this delightful festive treat” 2Doctor Who 2024 Christmas special review: “Ncuti Gatwa is as magnetic as ever in this delightful festive treat” 2 Doctor Who 2024 Christmas special review: “Ncuti Gatwa is as magnetic as ever in this delightful festive treat” 3Secret Level review: “An uneven experience with serious highlights that ultimately make up for the misses” 3Secret Level review: “An uneven experience with serious highlights that ultimately make up for the misses” 3 Secret Level review: “An uneven experience with serious highlights that ultimately make up for the misses” 4Skeleton Crew review: “Perfectly captures the vibes of classic Star Wars with a swashbuckling twist” 4Skeleton Crew review: “Perfectly captures the vibes of classic Star Wars with a swashbuckling twist” 4 Skeleton Crew review: “Perfectly captures the vibes of classic Star Wars with a swashbuckling twist” 5Creature Commandos review: “James Gunn’s heartwarming, R-rated tale about super-monsters proves that the DCU is in good hands” 5Creature Commandos review: “James Gunn’s heartwarming, R-rated tale about super-monsters proves that the DCU is in good hands” 5 Creature Commandos review: “James Gunn’s heartwarming, R-rated tale about super-monsters proves that the DCU is in good hands”