Just what the hell is a steam machine?

[sneakypenguin]

All the disadvantages of a console all the disadvantages of a PC in one glorious package.

What steam machine should have been. A set standard of PC components or a sort of modular base system.
What it is. Any old PC with steam OS from a netbook cpu/gpu powered dog to a 5k triple sli

 

[Gray-Philosophy]

Tis a contraption powered by the heating of water, creating steam and pressure! If used correctly one is able to power an engine for locomotion!

 

[Doom972]

A Steam machine is supposed to be a living-room gaming PC. It's a standard set by Valve (you can get more details on their website), but other companies make them. Their purpose is to make PC gaming more accessible.