Analysis of Top-Tier Portable Gaming Devices: Discover the Top 3 Currently Available in the Market
The market for handheld gaming PCs is heating up, with several new devices vying for your attention. In this article, we'll take a closer look at three of the most talked-about handhelds: the Lenovo Legion Go S SteamOS (Z1 Extreme), Asus ROG Ally, and MSI Claw 8 AI+.
Starting with the Lenovo Legion Go S SteamOS (Z1 Extreme), this handheld offers an immersive 8-inch OLED screen and comes equipped with 32GB of RAM, making it a powerful gaming machine. It's priced at £699 in the UK, $829 in the US, and AU$999 in Australia. The Legion Go S SteamOS outperforms the Lenovo Legion Go 2 in several games based on benchmarks and is the most comfortable handheld gaming PC tested, beating the Steam Deck and MSI Claw 8 AI+. However, it's worth noting that its price is considered gaming laptop money for a handheld.
The Lenovo Legion Go 2, on the other hand, has a starting price of $1,099 / $899 / AU$1,609, with a Z2 Extreme model priced at $1,349 / £1,099 / AU$2,199. Despite its high price, it falls short in performance compared to the Lenovo Legion Go S SteamOS (Z1 Extreme) in several games.
The Asus ROG Ally (Z1 Extreme) is another contender, priced at $649 / £599 / around AU$980. It provides good performance without overspending, but its 7-inch display might be a personal dealbreaker for some. Bazzite, a SteamOS clone, is recommended for better performance on the Asus ROG Ally (Z1 Extreme).
The MSI Claw 8 AI+, currently priced at $999 / £899 / AU$1,799, is the most expensive of the three but offers the best performance. It features an immersive 8-inch display, long battery life, and a powerful Intel Core Ultra 7 258V processor. In benchmarks, it provides higher average frame rates for demanding games like Cyberpunk 2077, even with Intel XeSS on balanced. It also boasts an 80WHr battery, compared to the Lenovo Legion Go S SteamOS (Z1 Extreme)'s 55.5 WHr battery.
In conclusion, each of these handheld gaming PCs has its strengths and weaknesses. The Lenovo Legion Go S SteamOS (Z1 Extreme) offers a comfortable gaming experience and impressive performance, but it's on the pricier side. The Asus ROG Ally (Z1 Extreme) provides good performance at a more affordable price, but its smaller display might be a drawback for some. The MSI Claw 8 AI+ offers the best performance but comes with a higher price tag. It's essential to consider your budget and gaming preferences when choosing the right handheld gaming PC for you.
It's also worth mentioning that the Lenovo Legion Go S SteamOS (Z1 Extreme) requires a few Valve SteamOS updates for better functionality. The original Lenovo Legion Go and the Asus ROG Ally are other handheld gaming PCs mentioned, but no specific details about their performance are provided in the given text.
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