In fact I've become such a fan of my Raspberry Pi 5 running Ubuntu that I've taken the significant step of disconnecting my traditional PC and relegating it to backup status. The shift wasn't abrupt; I had already been leveraging cloud-based services for tasks requiring more computational power. These services not only outperform my personal computer in terms of efficiency and economy but also free up considerable space under my desk, an unexpected but much-appreciated bonus.I am using the Raspberry Pi 5 as my primary computing device, complemented by a powerful setup with a Ryzen 5 5600 and an NVIDIA RTX 3080. Remarkably, about 95% of my computing tasks are efficiently handled by the Raspberry Pi 5, leaving only a small 5% that requires the raw power of the RTX 3080. An interesting aspect of this setup is its energy efficiency. Running the Raspberry Pi 5 around the clock significantly reduces my overall power consumption compared to relying solely on a traditional desktop PC. This efficiency doesn't just contribute to lower energy bills but also means that the investment in the Raspberry Pi 5 pays for itself in less than a year through the savings.
To streamline my workflow between these two systems, my monitor features an integrated auto-detecting KVM switch. This clever setup ensures that my keyboard and mouse seamlessly switch control between the Raspberry Pi 5 and the desktop PC, depending on which system is active. This convenience eliminates the need for manual switching or additional peripherals, making my computing experience both efficient and effortless.
The Raspberry Pi 5 has elegantly assumed a dual role in my setup: it serves as both a capable personal computer for my daily needs and a thin client for accessing more powerful cloud services when necessary. This arrangement not only simplifies my computing environment but also enhances my productivity and workspace aesthetics.
Statistics: Posted by Gomoto — Sun Mar 24, 2024 12:20 am
