Can Steam Deck Run Mortal Kombat X?
Steam Deck compatibility check and performance analysis
Verified: runs great on Steam Deck
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for Mortal Kombat X
Spec-based estimate
Excellent: runs great 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 460 | AMD Radeon HD 5850 (1,300) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 | AMD Radeon HD 7950 (2,400) | Pass |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | Intel Core i5-750, 2.67 GHz | AMD Phenom II X4 965, 3.4 GHz | Intel Core i7-3770, 3.4 GHz | AMD FX-8350, 4.0 GHz | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 3 GB | 8 GB | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 36 GB | 44 GB | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run Mortal Kombat X?
Yes. Mortal Kombat X is Deck Verified by Valve: it runs well on Steam Deck with full controller support and readable text. Our spec-based estimate: A (Smooth).
What settings should I use for Mortal Kombat X on Steam Deck?
For Mortal Kombat X on Steam Deck we estimate: High at 800p, 50-60 FPS. On PC the game recommends a GeForce GTX 660; the Deck's GPU is roughly a Radeon RX 560 (4,550 pts) and meets that on paper. Start at medium settings and adjust based on frame rate.
Does Mortal Kombat X have Steam Deck verified status?
Yes, Mortal Kombat X is officially Deck Verified by Valve. It meets all of Valve's compatibility criteria: controller support, readable text, full-screen display and good performance on Steam Deck.
