Is there still value in building custom gaming PCs with AI optimised laptops everywhere?

[FridayFeeling]

AI focused laptops are powerful now, and for many people they are easier than building a desktop. Still, custom gaming PCs offer better cooling, easier upgrades and more control over parts. I think desktops still make sense for people who care about performance, repairability and long sessions, but laptops are winning on convenience. The choice is becoming less about power alone and more about lifestyle

[Maya98]

Desktops still win if you want maximum performance without thermal drama

[One-One-Five]

Laptops are good now, but upgradeability is still the elephant in the room

[MayanHan]

Building a PC teaches you more about hardware than buying any laptop ever will

[SpinorWave]

For most people, convenience beats performance. Enthusiasts hate that, but it is true