Or to just put what Tom said into less words:

Software for a desktop PC isn't designed to be easily used in a console-like fashion.

That's it (and includes both OS and content). If you want to play more than one or two games then go with the dedicated console. There's just not a single "pro" in favor of a traditional PC when it comes to gaming in the living room.
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Bruno
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