All hail the long steam machine, Pimax's new SteamOS-ready mini PC
It looks like a Steam Machine, and it runs SteamOS, so it must be a steam machine.
Pimax has unveiled its latest mini PC, the Spation, which is designed to be SteamOS-ready. The device boasts impressive specifications, including either an RX 9070 XT or RTX 5070 Ti graphics card, a Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor, 32 GB of DDR5 RAM, a 1 TB SSD, and a 1000 W SFX power supply. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, and a range of ports, such as DisplayPort 2.1, HDMI 2.1, USB4, and USB 3.2 Gen 2.
The Spation features a modular design with a removable rear panel, allowing for easy access to the Mini-ITX motherboard, two DIMMs, power supply, and GPU. While there is concern about the graphics card's cooling, the overall layout appears to be efficient and well-planned. The Spation aims to offer a more powerful mini PC solution for high-end VR experiences, compact and portable enough to be moved close to a TV for virtual reality sessions.
Pimax plans to provide both Windows and SteamOS support for the Spation, although Windows is considered the more user-friendly option for VR applications.
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