Recording summary · September 2022
Why the Steam Deck is AMAZING
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Overview
Daniel considers the Steam Deck one of the best purchases of the year due to its power, versatility, and ability to play PC games portably, despite its larger size and battery lasting only a couple of hours.
The Steam Deck operates as a full computer or portable travel alternative to heavy gaming laptops, running a Linux desktop environment with Firefox, OBS, and dual-screen capability when connected to external displays, keyboards, and mice.
Although Daniel initially planned to make a negative review video to gain views, few flaws were found, leading to a 6.8 out of 10 recommendation as a versatile, affordable alternative performing the functions of a laptop costing roughly £1,800 to £2,000.
Themes
Comparison between the cost and functionality of a gaming laptop versus the Steam Deck.
Suitability of the Steam Deck as an affordable, portable computer alternative.
Evaluation, personal satisfaction, purchase recommendation, and a 6.8 out of 10 score for the Steam Deck.
Developments
Daniel bought the largest storage version of the Steam Deck for £560.
Daniel received the Steam Deck over a week prior to recording.
Daniel tested the Steam Deck plugged into a downstairs television using an HDMI-to-USB-C cable.
Daniel hooked up a monitor retrieved from a closet, along with a keyboard and mouse, to the Steam Deck via a USB hub.
Daniel purchased a gaming laptop for approximately £1,800 to £2,000.
Uncertainties & gaps
Whether external USB-C SSD flash drives, such as a Samsung hard drive, function on the Steam Deck remains unverified by Daniel.
Rainbow Six cannot be played on the Steam Deck, reportedly due to anti-cheat system incompatibilities.
The exact cost of the gaming laptop is uncertain, estimated at either £1,800 or £2,000.