Optimal method to transfer game streams from your computer to your television using wireless connections.
Optimal method to transfer game streams from your computer to your television using wireless connections.
Hello, Your current setup is impressive, but the LG G3 65 presents some challenges. With a two-story home and thick walls, connecting devices wirelessly isn't practical right now. I'm looking for the best wireless option that works with your setup, considering both controllers and peripherals. Running a Linux unit on the TV might help for display, but I need ideas for reliable controllers and possible solutions that fit your space constraints. Let me know your thoughts!
Invest in an NVIDIA Shield TV and move on. It likely outperforms the built-in software of your TV, offers impressive 4k upscaling, provides full access to the GoogleTV app store, and manages all peripherals independently. Setting up Steam Link is straightforward out of the box. I explored many alternatives before deciding to purchase two, and I haven’t had any regrets since.
Wireless HDMI shares the same frequency band as WiFi, which I've observed. It probably would introduce too much delay for this use case if it functioned at all. The most effective options I've encountered operate around 60 GHz, which performs well through walls and is optimized for connecting devices across a room. At that frequency, penetration through materials like cardboard can be problematic. Linus's experiments with 60 GHz routers showed difficulties in passing through cardboard. In my view, Steam Link offers the strongest alternative, though I've found it less reliable when used with a wired gaming PC on a wireless Mac. Having both connections wired seems to yield the best results. In my experience, my Mac was just two walls away from the router, so the signal quality remained acceptable.
The Nvidia Shield TV features two USB3 ports. I’m unsure about their compatibility with HOTAS or wheels support. Regarding controllers, it supports standard Bluetooth and works fine with an aftermarket Switch controller via Bluetooth. The model I have is available here: https://www.amazon.com/NVIDIA-Shield-And...B07YP9FBMM
The shield performs well with streaming. It's superior to running a second PC with Moonlight installed. Moonlight works okay but has been reverse engineered and lacks many features.
As an alternative option, you might consider using an Xbox itself. Microsoft offers a streaming service that connects any Windows PC to the Xbox on the same network. I haven’t tested it yet, but it would allow you to play games even if they aren’t available on Steam directly. The main limitation is that you can’t link a keyboard or mouse to the Xbox, so you’ll need to use your computer’s streaming interface with the controller. Read this guide before trying it, since there are some issues to be aware of. How to stream PC games and movies to your Xbox console with a free app – The Verge
I believe the Nvidia Shield offers a better option, especially with the USB ports included. I’m a bit concerned about compatibility with unusual controllers, but it should work well for most games. Thanks for raising this issue—I had no idea about that device!