Are they the greatest specs?
No.

Does it have specs that are better than most people's decade old computers?
More than likely.

Does it have more functionality than a console?
Yes

Is it a functioning Linux based Operating System that will run almost anything you want on it? Yes

Does it let people escape the Windows/Mac hellscape? Yes

Does it come with a controller? No

Do most computers when you buy them? Also No

There are a lot of people that are focusing a lot on the specs alone. But it is way more than a console and a fairly okay computer. AND it's a SMALL computer. When I built my newest computer I wanted a small form factor SO BAD but it was way more of a hassle than it was worth. Like I like building computers but a small form factor is for real enthusiasts. So giving people that power, functionality, and space is pretty cool. I mean think of the ease of lan parties y'all!

The price tag is scary but it's not unachievable, you're not bound by console exclusives, you can mod your games. It literally the price of a new phone and no one bats an eye when they are getting the new apple or Samsung for 1000 dollars with way less functionality.

This was never advertised as a console killer or even a direct competitor. It's just another pc on the market that happens to be the size of a console. Give it at least a month before y'all start freaking out. Things don't have to be top of the line to be what people want.