The XR Week Peek (2026.09.21): Steam Frame launched for $1,059, Snap shows use cases for SPECS, and more!

Valve released the standalone Steam Frame headset in two versions: 256 GB for $1059 and 1 TB for $1299. The device runs on Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 16 GB RAM, LCD 2160×2160 per eye, 72–144 Hz, Wi-Fi 7 and SteamOS 3; Half-Life: Alyx is included. Reviews agree: the headset is good but comparable to Quest 3 at twice the price.

• 256 GB — $1059/€1049, 1 TB — $1299/€1279
• Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 16 GB LPDDR5X, LCD 2160×2160 per eye, 72–144 Hz
• 21.6 Wh battery: about an hour in standalone mode
• Includes Half-Life: Alyx, ported to ARM