and would have the full power of your desktop GPU and CPU.Ĭurrently I'm running a Legion 5 pro with rtx 3700 (140w laptop version that I got on a sub $1500 deal in early february) on my tv via it's hdmi 2.1 output at times, playing Elden Ring. That would avoid any streaming latency or other bugginess, resolution, VRR, Hz, HDR limitations etc. Then you'd have a fiber HDMI output (and usb-c output) from what is typically the strongest GPU in your house at your main PC straight to your tv as if it was a monitor at your desk. The best scenario here in my opinion is if you have a hdmi 2.1 tv capable of 120hz VRR (variable refresh rate). They do sell fiber HDMI up to 100' or more but you are pushing your luck going that far for 4k 120hz 444 (and VRR). That and/or through a wall then using some plastic conduit they make for computer stuff (snap on little flat rectangular box kind that forms a slim box conduit strip as you snap pieces together) if you want to clean up wherever the cable is running in sight.

If room(s) away this might mean running through floor joists in basement or ceiling joists in attic. They also sell fiber USB-C cables that you can connect to a usb hub at your tv for wireless devices/bluetooth transcievers. Whatever you use, when it's set up and ready, you'll need to pair the Steam Link device to your PC.There are fiber HDMI 2.1 cables available now (8k 60hz/4k 120hz) so if you are anywhere 50 to 75 feet away you can run a fiber HDMI cable from your PC. However, as discontinued devices, these are rare and incredibly expensive.

For under $50, you can buy a single-board computer that can connect to your TV as a dedicated Steam Link box. However, it's their best option now that NVIDIA GameStream is no more.īut what if you don't have these devices? Well, you can use an affordable Raspberry Pi to stream PC games.

Additionally, NVIDIA Shield TV owners can stream PC games via Steam Link. If you're lucky enough to own a compatible Samsung or Sony Smart TV, you can download the Steam Link app and use it to stream PC games to your TV. But what device will you use? This is where it gets tricky. At this point, you'll be ready to pair a Steam Link-compatible device to the Steam desktop app.

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