Verified — Runs great on Steam Deck
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for DOOM
Performance Grade
Playable — may need lower settings
ProtonDB Rating
Community Linux/Deck compatibility
Performance Estimate
Based on Steam Deck GPU (RDNA 2, ~3800 score) at native 1280x800 resolution. Actual performance may vary based on game optimization and Proton compatibility.
Spec Comparison
| Component | Steam Deck | Minimum | Recommended | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | RDNA 2 (Score: 3,800) | NVIDIA GTX 670 2GB/AMD Radeon HD 7870 2GB or better | NVIDIA GTX 970 4GB/AMD Radeon R9 290 4GB or better (8,600) | Fail |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | Intel Core i5-2400/AMD FX-8320 or better | Intel Core i7-3770/AMD FX-8350 or better | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 8 GB | 8 GB | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 55 GB | 55 GB | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run DOOM?
Yes! DOOM is Deck Verified by Valve — it runs perfectly on Steam Deck with full controller support and proper display. Our hardware analysis gives it a grade of C, meaning playable — may need lower settings.
What settings should I use for DOOM on Steam Deck?
For DOOM on Steam Deck, we recommend medium-low at 800p, 30-40 fps. The game recommends NVIDIA GTX 970 4GB, and Steam Deck's GPU (RDNA 2, ~GTX 1050 Ti equivalent) falls below that requirement. Start at medium settings and adjust based on frame rate.
Does DOOM have Steam Deck verified status?
Yes, DOOM is officially Deck Verified by Valve. This means it meets all of Valve's compatibility criteria: proper controller support, readable text, full-screen display, and smooth performance on Steam Deck.
