Leak: MSI is set to compete with Valve, ASUS, and Lenovo with brand-new handheld.
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MSI, a renowned player in the gaming industry, is gearing up to unveil its latest creation, the MSI CLAW gaming handheld. This new device is poised to enter the competitive market alongside giants like Valve, ASUS, and Lenovo. The buzz around the MSI CLAW intensified following a recent teaser on social media by MSI. In less than a day, a leaked image and detailed specifications have given enthusiasts a glimpse into what this new gaming handheld will offer.
The MSI CLAW is set to be a powerhouse, featuring the Intel Meteor Lake processor. At its core is the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H SKU, a high-spec processor boasting 16 cores and 22 threads. This is notably double the core count of the Ryzen Z1 Extreme and 7840U APUs. The processor's base frequency stands at an impressive 3.8GHz, surpassing the Z1 Extreme chip used in the ROG Ally by 0.5GHz. Additionally, it features a substantial L1, L2, and L3 cache.
MSI CLAW, Source: MSI China
A unique aspect of the Intel hardware is its hybrid combination of P-Cores and E-Cores, which, until now, was not a popular choice in handheld devices due to limited graphics performance. However, with the Intel Core Ultra 100H series, this seems to be changing. The CLAW will feature 6 P-Cores, 8 E-Cores, and 2 LP-Cores. Its built-in graphics are based on the Arc Alchemist architecture with 8Xe-Cores capable of boosting up to 2.25 GHz. The Core Ultra 7 1555H is a 28W processor, with a Max Turbo Power of 115W, showing potential competitive edge against AMD's integrated RDNA3 in the Ryzen 7040 and 8040 series.
In terms of memory, the MSI CLAW is expected to feature up to 32GB, likely to be LPDDR5 or LPDDR5X. This is a significant leap from the RAM offered in devices like the ROG Ally and Lenovo Legion Go. MSI might also provide various configurations to cater to different user needs.
MSI CLAW Specs, Source: Geekbench
The official unveiling of the MSI CLAW is scheduled for next week at CES 2024. However, the leaked teaser and specifications have already stirred excitement among MSI fans and the gaming community. It's important to note that since this information comes from a leak, there could be changes to the final product specifications. MSI's entry into the handheld gaming market with the CLAW, particularly with its impressive specifications, is eagerly awaited by gamers and tech enthusiasts alike.
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