Part 5/11:
- Retro Gaming & Emulation: Retro handhelds like Retroid Pocket, Odin, or Ino are smaller, more portable, and feature controls optimized for classic games. Although the Steam Deck is powerful enough to emulate Dreamcast, PS2, and even some Switch titles, it lacks the portability and battery efficiency of dedicated retro devices. Moreover, retro handhelds often have better control schemes for old-school games and superior battery life—sometimes lasting up to 20 hours on low-end chips—something the Steam Deck struggles to match.