My use case is playing a handheld device on my couch for 15 minutes at a time. I want to be able to turn the device off and then instantly resume the game a week later, like the Nintendo switch. I also value a really nice screen.

I intend to never use this device outside the house.

I already have a nintendo switch oled for older/retro and want something to play AAA games handheld on the couch (Baldur’s gate).

I don’t have time to fuss around with the device.

Thinking of getting a PS5 and playstation portal.

Any reason I should go for steam deck (or other handheld PC) over PS5 and portal?

I think the PS5 and portal will be a better idea, because PS5 can run all aaa games, and there is no fussing with it although slightly concerned about how well the sleep function works on it. Looking for alternate viewpoints.

Thanks.

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  • Bimbluor@alien.topBEnglish
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    1 year ago

    Afaik, refurbished steam decks availability is location based, but they go as cheap as $320 so not a massive step up from the portal in terms of price.

    You can also stream PS5 to Steam deck fairly easily with Chiaki. Setup takes maybe 5 minutes and after that it’s literally just press a button and go.

    If pricing is a big issue I would say Ps5 + portal, but frankly the extra cost to get a Deck + PS5 gives a ton of additional value so it would be the best overall result.

    If you don’t have a PS5 or gaming PC currently, then the deck (standalone) isn’t great for AAA gaming. Most recent AAA games either won’t run or won’t go above 30FPS even with lowered settings. In general I see the steam deck as an accessory to go with my PS5/PC. It runs older/indie titles great, but anything AAA I generally stream from my console/PC.

    Sleep function is also mixed on SD so keep that in mind. For most games it seems to work well, but some will have issues with sleep mode. It’s definitely not as stable as the PS5s rest mode.