[butz]

I would gladly buy a PC built into decent keyboard. Considering performance of ultra portable laptops and their size, it should be a perfect fit. I would even go for an option without battery, powered by USB-C by connecting this computer to external monitor. Monitor could act as a hub, thus reducing the need for ports, although there should be ample space for all the ports on the back of the keyboard.

[layer8]

I’d go for a NUC (roughly 4.5" x 4.5" x 1.5") or similar plus separate keyboard as the next best and arguably more flexible solution.

[butz]

Unfortunately, last time I checked, Intel NUCs does not work from USB-C power and require external power brick.

[lostlogin]

This is why I’d prefer a Mac mini as a little home server. The price difference is obviously a massive drawback, but the power brick Intel use is a right PITA.

[sleepybrett]

Lots of guys building raspberry pi based (or other similar SBCs) 'cyberdecks' some of which have no built in displays. Hell they made one of these: https://www.raspberrypi.com/products/raspberry-pi-400/

[matthewfcarlson]

I've been thinking about getting a cheap Mac mini and shoving inside a custom mechanical keyboard. Basically acting as a slab top with ridiculously low power draw for the performance.

[sockbot]

The framework laptop has the potential to be a good platform for this.

[amadeuspagel]

Where do you have an external monitor but not a keyboard?

[mhb]

Thinkpad X220?