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I actually use my Deck almost exclusively in docked mode. If you just want a low-cost alternative to a PC for gaming, consider picking up one of the now-discoun

by kibwen 3y ago

I actually use my Deck almost exclusively in docked mode. If you just want a low-cost alternative to a PC for gaming, consider picking up one of the now-discounted LCD models.

kube-system 3y ago
I thought I would use mine docked more than I do, but the hardware shows its weaknesses when you try to drive too many more pixels than the built-in display.
- freedomben 3y ago
  Agree, though mainly just for newer AAA games. For example, Hogwart's Legacy (which has breathtakingly good graphics on capable machines) on a docked Steam Deck is much worse than my top-of-the-line Linux AMD rig. I wouldn't expect a $500 handheld to match a $3,000 desktop of course, but I thought it worth mentioning. If you play games like Shredder's Revenge or Stardew Valley, the graphics will be identical. But if you play AAA games and you care about graphics, you might want something more powerful. That said, the Steam Deck works perfectly as a remote console. I.e. docked to my TV, and then "stream" the game from the gaming rig. Nvidia Shield is also a great device for that and a big cheaper if you never plan to undock it, but being able to play less demanding games locally is a big feature that makes the Deck worth it IMHO.
- masto 3y ago
  I found my TV (not purchased with gaming in mind) adds so much latency that even as a non-gamer I found it unusable. A minor gripe; overall the Steam Deck blew me away with its capabilities, ease of use, and attention to detail.
  - kibwen 3y ago
    Poke around in the TV's options and look for "gaming mode", which is the mode where it minimizes latency by not applying whatever nonsense visual filters somebody decided to implement.
- noxvilleza 3y ago
  I use mine docked almost exclusively, the only thing I do is (funnily enough) stop Steam since it uses quite a chunk of RAM which I'd rather have for more Chrome tabs.

by kibwen 3y ago

I actually use my Deck almost exclusively in docked mode. If you just want a low-cost alternative to a PC for gaming, consider picking up one of the now-discounted LCD models.

kube-system 3y ago

I thought I would use mine docked more than I do, but the hardware shows its weaknesses when you try to drive too many more pixels than the built-in display.

freedomben 3y ago
Agree, though mainly just for newer AAA games. For example, Hogwart's Legacy (which has breathtakingly good graphics on capable machines) on a docked Steam Deck is much worse than my top-of-the-line Linux AMD rig. I wouldn't expect a $500 handheld to match a $3,000 desktop of course, but I thought it worth mentioning. If you play games like Shredder's Revenge or Stardew Valley, the graphics will be identical. But if you play AAA games and you care about graphics, you might want something more powerful. That said, the Steam Deck works perfectly as a remote console. I.e. docked to my TV, and then "stream" the game from the gaming rig. Nvidia Shield is also a great device for that and a big cheaper if you never plan to undock it, but being able to play less demanding games locally is a big feature that makes the Deck worth it IMHO.
masto 3y ago
I found my TV (not purchased with gaming in mind) adds so much latency that even as a non-gamer I found it unusable. A minor gripe; overall the Steam Deck blew me away with its capabilities, ease of use, and attention to detail.
- kibwen 3y ago
  Poke around in the TV's options and look for "gaming mode", which is the mode where it minimizes latency by not applying whatever nonsense visual filters somebody decided to implement.
noxvilleza 3y ago
I use mine docked almost exclusively, the only thing I do is (funnily enough) stop Steam since it uses quite a chunk of RAM which I'd rather have for more Chrome tabs.