I usually play most of my games in my bureau where my main PC is set up with a keyboard and mouse. However, for games that I prefer to play with a controller, I like to relax in the living room where I also have a monitor. I’m really hoping to use my PC natively for a better experience. I’ve tried long HDMI cables in the past, but they didn’t work with my monitor, and while I experimented with Moonlight streaming, it didn’t meet my expectations either. Native gaming seems to be the way to go.
Previously, I had my PC on a wooden transportation pallet trolley, which was handy for cleaning but too rigid for moving it around the house. I noticed it caused a lot of vibrations when wheeled across my tiled floor, despite having GPU support to minimize shock. The CPU cooler, however, still vibrates quite a bit. I’ve tried placing rubber blocks under the legs for some shock absorption, but they haven’t helped much with the vibrations.
After looking for alternatives, I found that most wheels available tend to be plastic or hard rubber, which isn’t ideal. I was thinking about air-inflated wheels that could cushion the bumps better, but everything I found is meant for industrial use and too large for my needs. Currently, I’m just lifting the PC by hand to move it, but I’d love to find a safer method to transport it without causing damage. If anyone has suggestions or knows shops in Europe that sell small air-inflated wheels or hollow rubber wheels, I’d appreciate the help!
2 Answers
Have you considered going for a small form factor PC or even a gaming laptop? It’ll be easier to move around, and you can set it up wherever you want without the hassle of carting around a desktop. Plus, if you’ve had issues with HDMI cables, maybe a wireless display option could be a good backup? Just a thought!
Honestly, a little vibration from moving your PC isn’t going to cause catastrophic damage. Most components are designed to handle some movement. That said, if the CPU cooler is getting shaky, you might want to make sure it’s securely mounted or consider a different mounting solution. Maybe investing in a better cart with some rubberized wheels could help, but perfection is rare when rolling it on tiles.
