Raspberry Pi 5 Revolutionizes Game Streaming as the New Steam Link Alternative

The article discusses how the Raspberry Pi 5 can now function as a compact and efficient alternative to the discontinued Steam Link, which was initially designed for streaming games from a PC to a TV. Valve's collaboration with the Raspberry Pi team has led to the optimization of the Steam Link app for the Raspberry Pi 5, allowing it to stream games at impressive resolutions and frame rates. The Raspberry Pi 5 can support up to 1080p at 144 FPS and 4K at 60 FPS when connected to a suitable gaming PC and network. While some users may prefer other game streaming setups like Moonlight/Sunshine for performance, the ease of using Steam Link makes the Raspberry Pi 5 a compelling choice for many.

Key Points:

• The Raspberry Pi 5 can function as a substitute for the discontinued Steam Link.
• Optimized by Valve, the Steam Link app now supports high resolutions and frame rates.
• Streaming capabilities include 1080p at 144 FPS and 4K at 60 FPS.
• The setup is simple, requiring only a running Steam instance and basic configuration.
• The versatility of Raspberry Pi allows it to be used for various other purposes if not needed for streaming.
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