I've tried to hit the $600 mark and in the past few years it's gotten harder and harder. The GPU invariably ruins things. And normal APUs are too asthmatic to really game on.
Also you don't necessarily need a dedicated GPU, unless you go with Intel.
This is the context. A Steam Deck is bizarrely great value compared to anything you can buy, even without a screen, controller and battery.
Again if you know otherwise, please share.
I've tried to hit the $600 mark and in the past few years it's gotten harder and harder. The GPU invariably ruins things. And normal APUs are too asthmatic to really game on.