Intel has simply introduced some new processors for handheld gaming PCs, and everybody is aware of what which means: a brand new MSI Claw. Whereas different handhelds had been lapping up AMD chips, the MSI Claw boasted Intel, so it is nearly a on condition that the brand new G-series chips will tuck themselves inside a brand new Claw—and now it appears to be like like we’d have an precise picture of what the hand held will seem like.
A supposed Vietnamese promo picture for the MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ was not too long ago posted on Reddit (by way of VideoCardz) after being noticed on the MSI Claw Discord server. VideoCardz additionally has a special photograph of it, and the positioning claims it has obtained this individually, which will increase the chance that it is legit. Nonetheless, there’s nonetheless an ‘unverified’ caveat to all this, so take the salt and pinch it.
First have a look at the design of the brand new MSI CLAW 8 EX AI+: Alleged leaked promotional picture from r/MSIClaw
The Redditor who posted the picture says, “The leak appears to originate from press pictures leaked by way of a Vietnamese media outlet, and I obtained it from the MSI Claw Discord server.”
In response to my trusty buddy ChatGPT, the picture’s textual content interprets to “MSI formally proclaims Claw 8 EX AI+ geared up with Intel G3 Excessive.” That sounds about proper to me, particularly given we would seen this identify for the hand held present up at on-line retailers beforehand, so I will not query my non-sentient little pal.
The principle factor price mentioning right here is its design, which appears to straddle each customary and ROG Xbox Ally X types of handheld. The latter launched controller grips that jut away from the display screen within the fashion of the PlayStation Portal. This permits for a much bigger display screen whereas sustaining grip consolation. It hasn’t gone the entire hog just like the ROG Xbox Ally, although, with the display screen simply jutting down somewhat.
The not too long ago introduced Intel Arc G-series Acer handheld, then again, has gone with extra of a Lenovo Legion Go S form of design: clean, rounded grips and nary a jut in sight. Each are prone to be extra cozy than the older, angled however non-jutted designs that you just’d discover in, say, an unique Asus ROG Ally. Handheld makers appear to have realized loads about what makes for a snug machine.
We have not seen an official announcement from MSI but, so no phrase on an official worth or launch date but. However all indicators level in the direction of one thing very costly. The retailer listings I discussed earlier had the brand new Claw figuring out, after forex conversions, to $1,800+.
So, possible not one for these on any semblance of a funds, however we’ll have to attend and see. Maybe there will be a non-Excessive G3 model with much less storage at a extra affordable worth.
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