Can Steam Deck Run Black Desert?
Steam Deck compatibility check and performance analysis
Unsupported: may not work
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for Black Desert
Spec-based estimate
Cannot run on Steam Deck
ProtonDB Rating
Community Linux/Deck compatibility
Performance Estimate
Based on the Steam Deck GPU (RDNA 2, about a Radeon RX 560, 4,550 pts) at its native 1280x800. Real performance depends on the game's optimization and Proton.
Spec Comparison
| Component | Steam Deck | Minimum | Recommended | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | RDNA 2 (Score: 4,550) | GeForce GTX 970, Radeon RX 480 (8,600) | GeForce GTX 1660 Super (12,350) | Below |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | Intel Core i3 (4th Generation) | Intel Core i5 (8th Generation), AMD Ryzen 5 2000 Series | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 8 GB | 16 GB | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 80 GB | 80 GB | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run Black Desert?
Black Desert is currently Unsupported on Steam Deck. Valve has tested it and found compatibility issues. ProtonDB community reports rate it as "gold", which may mean some workarounds exist.
What settings should I use for Black Desert on Steam Deck?
For Black Desert on Steam Deck we estimate: Unplayable: does not meet the minimum requirements. On PC the game recommends a GeForce GTX 1660 Super; the Deck's GPU is roughly a Radeon RX 560 (4,550 pts) and falls below that on paper. Start at medium settings and adjust based on frame rate.
Does Black Desert have Steam Deck verified status?
No, Black Desert is marked as Unsupported on Steam Deck. Valve has determined it does not work properly on the device.
