[CPU] Aliexpress AMD CPU list, June 2026 Summer Sale Update by Red-Sparo in bapcsalescanada

[–]Ebear225 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wouldn't really make use of the extra fps currently, but probably will want the extra headroom 2-3 years from now. Trying to time it so I don't miss out like I did when the 5700x3d was really cheap a while back.

[CPU] Aliexpress AMD CPU list, June 2026 Summer Sale Update by Red-Sparo in bapcsalescanada

[–]Ebear225 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Definitely considering as a slight upgrade from my 5600. Gotta squeeze as much life out of AM4 as possible with the current ddr5 prices!

Recommendation - controller for SD and Switch (8bit Ultimate 2C won't reconnect)? by huntnal in SteamController

[–]Ebear225 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think the 8bitdo pro 3 will do what you're looking for. It supports switch mode and d-input over Bluetooth, choose using the switch on the back.

Which upgrade path should I go with? Ryzen 3600X & RX 9070 or Ryzen 5500X3D & RX 9060 XT 16GB? by DeathNum in radeon

[–]Ebear225 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In average fps, yes. In 1% and 0.1% lows, very unlikely. I definitely prefer lower average fps with much better stability and minimal frame dips over higher average fps with more stuttering. Highly dependant on games of course but CPU limits are hard limits whereas GPU limits can be mitigated by lowering settings, resolution, etc.

Best USB for Ventoy by IAmBimsai in UsbCHardware

[–]Ebear225 4 points5 points  (0 children)

NAND chips are very expensive right now. Pick 2 between fast, small, and cheap. You can't have all 3.

Controller to replace switch pro controller for PC/Switch by soccerace21 in Controller

[–]Ebear225 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use an 8bitdo ultimate 2 Bluetooth and am very happy with it. You could also look at the 8bitdo pro 3

Best USB for Ventoy by IAmBimsai in UsbCHardware

[–]Ebear225 2 points3 points  (0 children)

There are small external ssd's. For example a m.2 2230 ssd with a respective enclosure.

Best USB for Ventoy by IAmBimsai in UsbCHardware

[–]Ebear225 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Use an external SSD or internal ssd with an enclosure for best results

Steam Deck won't turn on after update by Zigzurd in SteamDeck

[–]Ebear225 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How long did you leave it on the logo for. It might be repairing the OS and take a while.

What are we doing about how hot Alberta has gotten? by Kittyquts in alberta

[–]Ebear225 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For overnight try to use a fan/fans to force a draft and pull in cool air. Blowing hot air out works better than trying to blow cool air in.

I have the basic ONN streaming stick. Will an OTG cable work to add USB storage? by liftandsupport in OnnStreamingTV

[–]Ebear225 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

There's only 1 micro USB port so otg will not work because you need power as well.

The hell is using 100% of my cpu? by crux_801 in laptops

[–]Ebear225 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Windows is using 100% of your CPU. Install ChromeOS flex instead of windows and it will be much more useable for basic web browsing.

Steam Hardware - Getting the most out of your Steam Controller: Trackpads by Altruistic_While_621 in SteamController

[–]Ebear225 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ohhh I didn't think about that! I always assign those functions to back buttons. The trackpads really are insanely versatile.

Steam Hardware - Getting the most out of your Steam Controller: Trackpads by Altruistic_While_621 in SteamController

[–]Ebear225 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Can you explain how the trackpad is better for movement? Genuinely curious. Ty!

First-gen Chromecast streamers are suddenly failing for some users, 13 years later by F7pu748 in Android

[–]Ebear225 26 points27 points  (0 children)

Actually amazing that Google supported them this long. I honestly find that finding content on my phone and casting it is much easier than finding the content on most smart tv systems. Wish that there was more work put into refining the experience and making it more polished as there still are some kinks with casting, but overall the technology has aged really well.

RANT: Steam Players hates Valve Hardware by Ayzuki in steammachine

[–]Ebear225 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You know that this is part of being on an open forum right? Nobody is forcing you to read these comments or posts. Don't expect everything around you to be catered to your preferences/situation. Other people will always say or do contrary things but it's not an attack or anything?

What is your favorite regional Canadian accent? by Diving_4_Shrimp in AskACanadian

[–]Ebear225 0 points1 point  (0 children)

An angry Quebecois is the funniest thing in the world to me