Handheld

Zotac has now confirmed that it will be attending CES 2025 next week with a slew of new products. In amongst new PCs and graphics cards is a second-generation Zone gaming handheld, which Zotac insists will arrive with 'stronger hardware' than its OLED and Hall effect-backed predecessor.

A new leak about the Nintendo Switch 2 now suggests that the gaming handheld will launch in March. This conflicts with the past leaks that have hinted the launch to be set for February and January 2025.

The latest OneXPlayer X1 is now available with AMD's new Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 APU. Now sold as the OneXPlayer X1 Pro, the versatile device still contains features like a relatively large battery, OcuLink connectivity and up to 64 GB of RAM.

Ayaneo has re-released two of its recent Android gaming handhelds. Available globally, the two refreshes are purely cosmetic and do not change any of the hardware that underpins either the Pocket S or Pocket Micro.

OneXPlayer has teased a new gaming handheld. Called OneXSugar, it features a design similar to the Nintendo DS, featuring two screens. It also has what the company calls a “transformable” form factor.

The Ayaneo 3 will be joining the other recently released Zen 5 handhelds. It just made its Indiegogo debut, and the company has confirmed the imminent launch timeline of the modular gaming handheld.

Earlier this month, a redditor claimed that they had a Nintendo Switch 2 engineering sample in-hand, followed by promises to show off pictures of the gaming handheld on Christmas. Those images have now been posted online, and along with questions of their authenticity, the contents are just underwhelming to the community.

Jsaux has announced a new way to augment the ROG Ally X with "Dual-Fan Precision Cooling". The new Dynamic RGB fan attachment is compatible with the OEM's latest protective ModCase for the same handheld console, the two of which can be bought together or separately from now.

Jsaux has equipped its latest Docking Station for devices such as the ROG Ally and Steam Deck series with its own Magnetic RGB Fan Cooling System. The accessory is also rated to support Quick Frame Transport (QFT) as well as auto low latency mode (ALLM), high dynamic range (HDR) and variable refresh rate (VRR) on compatible handheld consoles. It also offers access to an HDMI 2.1 output and up to 100W fast charging via USB-C.

Scheduled to release in early 2025, the Claw 8 AI+ is the latest handheld gaming console from MSI. The portable gamer is powered by a Core Ultra 7 258V APU, 32 GB of RAM, and an 80 Wh battery. Thanks to the Lunar Lake chip under the hood, the MSI Claw 8 AI reportedly gives the ROG Ally X a run for its money in both performance and battery life.

The Ayaneo 3 will soon join the other recently released handhelds powered by the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370. Ahead of the full reveal, the company has shared the final teaser of the gaming handheld, showcasing a fully modular controller design.

Lenovo's next gaming handhelds are on their way. While the company has teased that new AMD-powered options are on the way, it seems that a retailer has jumped the gun in relation to the cheaper Legion Go S.

The Switch 2 rumours and leaks have been almost as prevalent as a Pixel launch, with everything from the dock, controllers and dimensions being shared ahead of time. The latest mysterious date comes from the same leaker that predicted Nintendo Direct back in November, suggesting the Switch 2 might be revealed on January 8th 2025. However, that predicted "official" date might get trumped by a Redditor that claims to already have the Switch 2 in hand.

Like each year, Valve has revealed the top-played Steam Deck games of 2024. They are divided into three segments: Platinum, Gold, and Silver. Each of these segments has a curated list of some of the very best games available for the gaming handheld.

While not all Christmas deals are live yet, the Asus ROG Ally X has seen a considerable price cut on Best Buy. The Ryzen Z1 Extreme gaming handheld has dropped to $699.99, which is a $100 discount from the original price tag.

The latest GPD Win Max 2 is now available from reputable third-party Droix. Sporting AMD's new Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 APU, the new Win Max 2 also features upgrades like dual USB 4 connectivity and improved cooling, among other changes.

AFMF 2 is now official for the ROG Ally gaming handhelds, and Asus is promising a big FPS boost with this new AMD frame-gen technology. To be specific, the company says that the tech can offer over 2x uplift.

A reliable source has received word from Lenovo that it will be presenting new Legion Go gaming handhelds next month. Not only that, but the new models will feature AMD Ryzen APUs and could even feature a sneaky tie-in with Valve before it presents its next Steam Deck hardware.

More Nintendo Switch 2 reveal date confirmation has popped up online. Judging from the information that has surfaced, it won't be long before Nintendo announces the successor to the Switch. The leak also suggests that the Switch 2 will also have a selection of "modern" AAA titles playable in 2025.

The Anbernic RG34XX is now available to purchase globally for as little $63.99. While Anbernic has leaned heavily on the design of the Game Boy Advance, the RG34XX improves upon Nintendo's classic console in various areas.

A massive leak about the Nintendo Switch 2 is currently in circulation, which tells of a user who was able to get his hands on a Nintendo Switch 2. The credibility of the leak has been confirmed by a third party.

A good number of gaming handhelds have been introduced in the last few years, and Playdate is among the ones that got very popular. The slightly open-source nature even allows modders to bring out new creations, and PlayBot is one of them.

It seems that the Steam Deck may soon have a rival in the form of a new Legion Go running SteamOS. Based on recent evidence, the Legion Go S will combine an 8-inch and 1200p display with an AMD Ryzen Z2 GO chipset to serve as more powerful alternative to the Steam Deck and Steam Deck OLED.

The Nintendo Switch 2 has yet to be officially unveiled by the company, but the renowned accessory manufacturer Dbrand has already showcased its protective case for the gaming handheld.

Lenovo may soon launch a refresh of the Legion Go with an upgraded display and revised detachable controllers. The specs of the new gaming handheld are unknown but there's a chance it might launch alongside the Legion Go S.

New details about Lenovo's next gaming handheld have leaked online. Not only has a veteran leaker showcased the new Legion Go in two colours, but they have also revealed that it may be launching alongside a new pair of Legion Glasses that look like Aviator sunglasses.

The Raspberry Pi 5 isn't exactly a gaming power house, although it certainly is a popular device for building retro emulation machines. PS2 emulation is spotty at best on the Pi 5, so the idea of running PS3 titles on the same hardware seems akin to flying pigs. Nevertheless, RPCS3 now has an arm64 build working on the Pi 5, and it performs better than you might think.

GPD is updating another of its popular gaming handhelds to AMD's Zen 5 and RDNA 3.5 architectures. This time, the company has revealed plans to update the GPD Win Mini, which gains faster RAM and M.2 2280 storage as well as Ryzen AI 9 365 and Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 APUs.

An ill-timed ad may have given us our first look at the Nintendo Switch 2. While the actual image doesn't reveal much in the way of details, it effectively confirms both consoles will be aesthetically similar.

The Lunar Lake-powered MSI Claw 8 AI+, along with the Claw 7 AI+ bring impressive improvements to the table when compared to the previous-gen MSI Claw. Unsurprisingly, the Arc 140V iGPU allows the new Claw handhelds to pull ahead of the ROG Ally X by as much as 113%.

The OneXFly F1 Pro is currently the only gaming handheld that combines an OLED display with an AMD Zen 5 APU. The device is now available to order through Droix too, which should provide superior customer service than first parties.

A new report has shared release details for Anbernic's Game Boy Advance lookalike. Not only that, but Anbernic has also revealed full specifications for the RG34XX, which it intends to sell in four colour options.

The MSI Claw 8 AI+ and Claw 7 AI+ made their official debut a few days ago, and now, the company has confirmed the launch timeline and prices of the Lunar Lake gaming handhelds.

The Ayaneo Pocket S has been refreshed with new limited-edition colorways. One of them is called Sakura Pink, while the other is called Retro Power. Both have the same internals as the regular variant.

With its elegant and compact clamshell design, the Ayaneo Flip KB offers a comfortable handheld gaming experience. The Radeon 780M GPU performance is in line even with more powerful competitors, despite the 30 W TDP limit, while connectivity is future proof with USB4 and OCuLink. Some downsides include the cooling system that is a bit noisy in full load and the reduced battery runtime.

The first signs of new Valve hardware have emerged courtesy of a change within SteamOS code. While it is unclear whether the device is a Steam Deck 2 or a console-like system, it should pack healthy performance improvements over the existing Steam Deck.

The Anbernic RG34XX is a compact gaming handheld aimed at retro gamers who are fans of the classic Game Boy Advance. Copying Nintendo's design wholesale, the RG34XX should be powerful enough to emulate up to N64, PS1 and PSP games.

GPD is in the process of upgrading its product line to AMD's latest Strix Point APUs. This time, it is the turn of the Win Max 2, which has received the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370, among other upgrades.

The Antec Core Micro has been officially introduced, but just like the company's first gaming handheld, this is a rebranded device. More specifically, it's the Ayaneo Pocket Micro with a new name.

Fresh details have been revealed about Lenovo's new Legion Go gaming handheld. Not only have various specifications been outlined, but so has putative launch pricing that will see it undercut the existing Legion Go.

Last month, a Samsung device patent surfaced, which shows an unusual foldable gaming handheld. As the latest report from @Jukanlosreve suggests, this device seems inching closer to reality.

The 2025 GPD Win 4 is here, and it packs one of the top-end Strix Point APUs, the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370. This updated gaming handheld is now available on Indiegogo with the early-bird pricing set at $1,172.

Updated SteamOS partner guidelines seem to point to an imminent full-scale launch of SteamOS on other gaming handhelds out of the box, nevermind simply as an ISO for gamers to install on their own machines. Previous work suggests the Asus ROG Ally may be among the first to receive "Powered by SteamOS" certification.

MSI has now shared full details about its two new gaming handhelds. While the Claw 7 AI+ and Claw 8 AI+ share Intel Core Ultra 7 258V processors, Arc Graphics 140V iGPUs and 32 GB of RAM, they also differ in a few key areas.

The Nintendo Switch 2 is expected to launch in the first half of 2025. So far, there have been many leaks around the gaming handheld. The latest one corroborates some of the past reports by hinting at a larger size than its predecessor.

A recent report from Bloomberg claimed that Sony is currently working on a PlayStation gaming handheld that can locally play PS5 games, and this report has now been backed up by Digital Foundry.

A new leak has provided fresh details about a new Lenovo Legion Go gaming handheld. Likely the company's next release, the Legion Go S will also look like an Asus ROG Ally. However, it should surpass its rival in a few areas, including a superior AMD APU and a more modern overall appearance.

The Miyoo Flip is edging closer to an official release. Previously known as the Miyoo Mini Flip, the long-awaited clamshell gaming handheld cuts a much smaller figure than its main rival in an early pre-release video.

One-Netbook has recently teased a new device called OneGX 2. It's a mix between a mini laptop and a gaming handheld. While the company didn't share any details on the hardware, a leaker claims that it will pack the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370.