The chasm between PC and console gaming has slimmed down in recent years to nothing more than a fine line, and even that line is disappearing. Gaming laptops, for example, are console-like in many ...
You can use an external controller with the Steam Deck if you prefer it docked rather than in handheld mode. These third‑party controllers are great options.
I hadn't tried GameSir controllers before, but I'll definitely be recommending them now as a cheaper alternative to first-party accessories.