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Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for DayZ
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) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760 or AMD R9 270X (5,350) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 or AMD RX 580 (9,500) | Below |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | Intel Core i5-4430 or AMD Ryzen 5 2600 Six-Core | Intel Core i5-6600K or AMD R5 1600X | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 8 GB | 12 GB | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 25 GB | 30 GB | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run DayZ?
DayZ 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 DayZ on Steam Deck?
For DayZ on Steam Deck we estimate: Unplayable: does not meet the minimum requirements. On PC the game recommends a GeForce GTX 1060; 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 DayZ have Steam Deck verified status?
No, DayZ is marked as Unsupported on Steam Deck. Valve has determined it does not work properly on the device.
