Which do you prefer? Laptop or desktop PC?

I'll be replacing my laptop soon, and while i have taken it with me when traveling on vacations and such, i don't really go on vacation or breaks to where i need it. Plus, a lot of the videos and entertainment i do on my iphone anyway.

i don't do heavy gaming on pc, as i have a console for that.

but i wouldn't mind a desktop for some light gaming like sims 4, roller coaster tycoon, maybe gta v for modding fun.

i would probably get a 15'' laptop, and have a multiple monitor set up. Get a connecting dock and just store the laptop when at home. I would like a laptop with a 1TB if not 2TB option. And would get an ext storage space. Or a desktop with at least 2 TBs, as i have a lot of media.

ideally, i'd like to keep my budget around $1000 for everything. I already have a second monitor for my current laptop, so i would like another one. My current is 24" AOC.

i know desktops are nice for easier upgrading for graphics, storage, or even processors, but i don't know how often i would do any of that if it's not my primary gaming device.

this is more of a rant, but just wanted to get other input too.

Trying to make hat decision now for myself, had both but prefer desktops

I personally prefer my desktop. I still like large monitors for viewing and while I know I can achieve this with a laptop, I also have some games that can be particularly demanding. I think desktops are generally cheaper and I do upgrade them when needed, which seems to be more and more infrequent, which is a good thing. My wife has a laptop and loves it. She does move around the house with it and it certainly doesn't take up much space. I use my phone when I need mobility and occasionally a tablet. If you need a powerful rig, desktop is certainly the way to go, but most people can get away with a laptop if they prefer mobility or just a compact computer that is easy to move out of the way when not needed.

Laptop, about 10 years ago, laptops got to the point of being practical… Before that they were limited. I like to be able to carry it around my house.