Different handhelds are better for different things. I like the Steam Deck for indie games and games that play better with the trackpad. I have an Aokzoe A1 Pro, which has a much bigger screen and better chip, making it much better for more demanding games and some indie games that still aren’t too well optimized for the Deck. I also have a GPD Win 4, which I use for work with the keypad.
I really hope the Steam Deck 2 has an OLED screen version on release.