I had a Steam Deck and gave it to my partner because it’s gigantic and unwieldy. Just a heads up for the small-handed individuals. The thumb-sticks felt like absolute garbage as well. Hilariously, the biggest thing I can say - is that while the device itself was gigantic - the screen felt relatively small. I decided in the end, to get an old Chromebook and convert it to a Linux based system for all my gaming needs. It’s thin, durable, and has an extremely long battery life. I can see the screen inside and outside. It actually feels lighter than the Deck because the weight is evenly distributed through-out it’s form. I am very happy with it.
I considered the Miyoo Mini+ but figured I would run into a similar issue where I realized that I was no longer a child and that a Gameboy perhaps isn’t the best form factor for an aging gamer. But I think it’s quite portable and it might make a solid system.
I pause when I get like this and ask if I really truly need the thing. I feel we always need the reigns, but at the end of the day - life is changing. I believe all of humanity needs to be more responsible with their purchases. So I don’t care how much I put in to figuring out the “perfect” build. There will always be another one when it gets time that I actually need it. But equally, I too move a lot and if I can’t fit it in a backpack or suitcase I don’t think it’s worth an ounce of my personal time (pending I can’t give it away or sell it). And most things you have, they don’t sell for beans worth compared to what you’ve put in.
But a hobby is a hobby and joy is joy. So it’s all up to you, but it’s just my opinion on the matter.