Loki Max: The "Steam Deck Mini" - Full Deep Dive Review & Optimization Guide
207With double the RAW GPU compute power of the Steam Deck, did AYN just create the perfect "portable Steam Deck alternative? Lets take a look at the Loki Max and find out!
Grab one below:
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Non-Affiliate Link: https://www.ayntec.com/products/loki-max-preorder
Helpful Videos:
Overclock Windows Handheld Controllers: https://youtu.be/7fcN6Kf0GPE
Teardown and SSD/Joystick Swap Guide (also works for the Loki Max): https://youtu.be/MwR2_uR2amw
Clone your SSD (make sure to expand proportionally during clone settings if using a bigger drive than the stock one): https://youtu.be/LpiBjCx75_4
Recommended Loki Travel Bag: https://youtu.be/u1KjnIq0FAg
Install Screen Protectors Easily: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LB3BQVqlXm0&pp=ygUdc2NyZWVuIHByb3RlY3RvciBpbnN0YWxsYXRpb24%3D
Timestamps:
0:00:00 - Intro
0:03:07 - First Look and What's Included
0:04:37 - Pricing and Availability
0:05:12 - Loki Max VS Steam Deck (more specs)
0:07:48 - First Impressions
0:08:33 - Size (Loki Max VS Steam Deck)
0:09:23 - Joystick Height Comparisons
0:09:59 - Size Comparisons (Max VS Air VS Deck)
0:10:15 - Weight Comparisons
0:10:23 - Build Quality and Plastics
0:11:42 - Joysticks (Resistance/Range of Motion/Replacements)
0:13:17 - Buttons
0:14:17 - Triggers
0:15:10 - Button Sound Test
0:15:36 - Ergonomics
0:16:13 - First Boot/DPAD
0:16:47 - Setup/Optimization Guide
0:30:20 - SSD Benchmark
0:31:11 - SD Card Benchmark
0:31:41 - Boot Speed Test
0:32:37 - Steam Big Picture Front End
0:33:29 - Speaker Test
0:34:58 - Input Latency
0:35:22 - Input Latency (Overclock Results)
0:36:05 - Panel Comparisons (Max VS Steam Deck)
0:37:04 - Panel Comparisons (Max VS Air Plus)
0:38:20 - Panel Comparisons (Max VS Air Pro)
0:39:04 - Panel Comparisons (Max VS Switch OLED)
0:39:53 - Panel Comparisons (Max VS ROG Ally)
0:40:39 - Performance Testing (Sonic Mania)
0:41:02 - Performance Testing (Sea of Stars)
0:41:34 - Performance Testing (Skul: The Hero Slayer)
0:42:10 - Performance Testing (Hades)
0:42:43 - Performance Testing (Stray)
0:43:59 - Performance Testing (Persona 5 Royal)
0:45:15 - Performance Testing (Control)
0:46:13 - Performance Testing (Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon)
0:46:37 - Thermal Testing
0:47:10 - Thermals (Front Grips)
0:47:23 - Thermals (Back and Summary)
0:48:22 - Thermals Screen
0:48:54 - Fan Noise
0:49:21 - Fan Noise Tests
0:50:25 - Battery Life Results
0:52:31 - Compatibility Issues (Steam Deck)
0:53:57 - Final Thoughts
0:54:19 - Dealing with X86 Battery Life
0:55:02 - Portability King?
0:55:39 - Final Thoughts (Continued)
0:57:31 - Thank You!
▬▬ MY GEAR ▬▬
Camera: [POCO F3](https://www.po.co/global/poco-f3/)
Camera Mount: [Amazon Link](https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B085C4S8XF/)
Camera Arm: [Amazon Link](https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B06XY4YMGH/)
Mount Adapter (for the kit above): [Amazon Link](https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B07ZKZ23X8/)
Microphone: [Shure SM7B](https://www.amazon.ca/Shure-SM7B-Dynamic-Microphone-Cardioid/dp/B0002E4Z8M/)
USB Audio Interface: [Focusrite Scarlett Solo](https://www.amazon.ca/Focusrite-SCARLETT-SOLO-3RD-GEN-USB-Audio-Interface/dp/B07QR6Z1JB/)
Microphone Boom Arm: [Amazon Link](https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B001D7UYBO/)
Lights: [Amazon Link](https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B08G1CJRL7/)
All music was created by the talented Jim Gray of Our Ghosts. Be sure to check out his amazing work:(https://ourghosts.bandcamp.com/).
Please note that this video is intended for entertainment and educational purposes only.
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