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contemplating alternative setup (lemmy.nz)

submitted 9 months ago* (last edited 9 months ago) by viral.vegabond@piefed.social to c/minipcs@lemmy.world

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cross-posted from: https://piefed.social/c/battlestations/p/1389168/contemplating-alternative-setup

Here is my current setup. My laptop is an incredible gaming device but I'm kind of hung up on the fact that I don't much enjoy gaming at my desk. I much prefer to game in a lounging position where I can put my feet up. Because of this, I'm considering splitting my priorities for gaming and browsing into separate devices.

I'm thinking that a mini pc might be a good option for my desk setup. I would use it mostly for browsing, some light server needs, and (possibly?) some light modeling/design work using freecad (for 3d printing shenanigans). I've been eyeballing the minisforum um790 pro or something similar.

My gaming needs would likely be outsourced to a handheld pc. I'm pretty set on getting a onexfly and loading it up with bazzite. I know they're expensive, but the form factor and hardware capability really has me sold on this one. I know it would handle everything I wanted to play on it, and more. I've even been wondering if it would be a good daily driver with a dock or something and just omit the mini pc idea altogether.

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[–] Maragato@lemmy.world 2 points 9 months ago

The indirect lighting solution is very good for illuminating the space, as it reduces eye strain. I have been using mini PCs for two years now, and they are the best choice if you are not going to use the PC for gaming. They are powerful enough for normal use.