First Build, ATX case
Just finished my first BC250 build!
(Case https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/gadget/bc-250-atx-case-steam-machine)
MSI 650W Bronze PSU + 3x Arctic P12 Pro fans.
Currently running 38 CUs and 8 CPU cores unlocked, and everything has been working incredibly well so far. At idle, I'm sitting around 55–60°C with the fans practically off, which I'm really happy with.
This has been an incredible build and I'm absolutely loving the experience with Bazzite. Honestly, for the money, this thing is amazing.
I do have one question, though. I also have a Steam Deck, and there are some games that run perfectly fine on the Deck but won't launch on the BC250. Is this related to the hardware/driver configuration?
For example:
* Red Dead Redemption 2 → black screen
* The Crew Motorfest → crashes on boot
* Resident Evil Requiem → runs incredibly well
* Forza Horizon 6 → also runs incredibly well
So I'm wondering if there's something specific to the BC250 that could explain why some games work perfectly while others don't.
I'm also thinking about building a vertical case, with the PSU at the bottom and the BC250 motherboard above it, trying to replicate the look of an Xbox Series X.
Do you think this would be thermally efficient, or would I be better off with a more traditional horizontal layout?