The all-new MSI Claw handheld is available for sale for the first time.down to $649.99 shipped At Best Buy. This price drop is for the entry-level His 512GB model with the Intel Core Ultra 5 chip, saving you $49 off its regular $699 price. We just launched in March and now, one month later, we’re seeing some of the lowest savings ever. Get the full scoop on the new handheld over in our launch coverage.
The MSI Claw has a very familiar form factor, and while it may not be pushing the envelope with its design, it does have specs that are worth noting. The handheld is powered by Intel’s latest chip, which was announced in January and has been rolled out in all new products at CES 2024. The new Meteor Lake processors used here are all the rage, especially starting with the Core Ultra 5 in the base 512GB model. Right down to the Core Ultra 7 155H chipset.
Battery life is also a big area where the Claw stands out compared to previous gaming handsets. The capacity is large at 53Wh, itself one of the largest batteries in this weight class. In practice, this means that the updated cooling features help prevent your system from thermally throttling even under more intense loads, allowing around 2 hours of gaming per session. . Other perks include a 7-inch 120Hz IPS 1080p display with 500 nits of brightness and VVR support, a pair of Hall-effect joysticks, and a Thunderbolt 4 port.
Of course, this is just the latest portable gaming device of its kind. There’s also the recent ASUS ROG Ally Gaming handheld, which offers a very similar design to the new Claw. Currently, you can drop base models with Ryzen Z1 processors to: $399.99 Shipping. Normally sold for $600, he currently has a $200 discount, making him one of the lowest prices ever. If your portable gaming needs a little more oomph, the Ryzen Z1 Extreme processor version is great. $599.99 – Prices reduced from $700.
MSI claw details:
The Claw A1M-052US is a revolutionary handheld gaming device that ushered in a new era of portable gaming experiences. Powered by Intel Core Ultra processor and equipped with Intel® XeSS technology, it ensures a smooth and immersive gameplay experience even in AAA titles.
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