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Desktops are always going to be better bang for buck.
They are far easier to repair or replace parts with if something craps out, and you'll get more value for money and future-proofing with a PC. If you have the desk space, I'd recommend opting for a desktop gaming PC hands down.
With that and a stable network connection you'll be able to stream to a laptop that is lower specced. Or you can stream high-end games to a handheld unit like a Steam Deck.
Unless you're moving house a lot or you don't have permanent desk space, imo the best option is to invest in a desktop PC and then get a lightweight laptop, maybe a Chromebook or similar that offers you basic functionality with good battery life (maybe running Linux if you are so inclined) either one that has specs to handle Steam Link, if you want the flexibility that gaming using a laptop offers, or whatever covers your basic portable computing needs. Then get a Steam Deck or ROG Ally or similar if you really want go all-in on portable gaming (especially if you wait a while for the Steam Deck 2 release which should cause the price of the original to drop.)
Overall that would be a lot of money to drop on IT gear but you don't have to do it all at once and for the price of a good gaming laptop you could get a decent gaming PC and a cheaper laptop that will be better all-round.