Exciting news for gaming enthusiasts! MSI is gearing up to release its much-anticipated handheld gaming device, the MSI Claw 8 AI+, which promises substantial boosts in gaming performance. Recent benchmarks released by MSI showcase a remarkable 20% performance enhancement over its competitor, the ROG Ally X, all while maintaining the same power consumption.
One of the standout details from MSI’s report is that the Claw 8 AI+ offers up to an impressive 113% increase in performance when playing Metro 2033 and maintains a consistent 20% uplift across more than twenty popular games. This promising boost is driven by the latest Intel Lunar Lake chip technology, overshadowing the ROG Ally X, which functions on the Ryzen Z1 Extreme powered by AMD Zen 4.
The Claw 8 AI+ supports a strong lineup of games, ranging from graphically intensive titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and Far Cry 6, to classics such as Bioshock Infinite and Watch Dogs Legion. The device demonstrates incredible versatility by maintaining over 30 fps in demanding games and soaring past 100 fps in lighter ones.
Moreover, the processor offers flexible power settings ranging from 8W to 30W, with benchmark tests conducted at 17W for this evaluation. With these configurations, and features like Xess or FSR enabled, the Claw 8 AI+ can eclipse the ROG Ally X in performance by 20% on average. In some instances, such as with Metro 2033, it even doubles the performance!
Set to arrive in stores in just a few weeks, the Claw 8 AI+ is poised not only to outshine the ROG Ally X in performance but also matches it with a robust 80 Wh battery. With advanced connectivity options like Thunderbolt 4 ports, Wi-Fi 7, and Bluetooth 54, MSI’s new handheld is stepping into the future of gaming tech.
Remarkably, it’s also offering one of the first 32 GB LPDDR5X memory capacities, clocked at an impressive 8533 MT/s. With an official price tag of $799, and an alternative 7-inch model priced at $699, the Claw 8 AI+ offers a competitive edge to potential buyers eyeing the handheld gaming market. This could be the game changer that enthusiasts have been waiting for!
