CES 2024: MSI Claw A1M handheld gaming PC launched: Intel Core ULTRA 7 processor, XeSS graphics, 53WHr battery

MSI introduces the world's first Intel Core ULTRA-powered gaming handheld equipped with Intel Arc graphics and a 120Hz IPS-level touch screen at CES.

MSI Claw A1M's 120Hz IPS-level display

The new wave of handheld gaming?

MSI has finally introduced its entry into the increasingly competitive handheld gaming sector with the new Claw A1M. 

At first glance, it looks familiar to the ASUS ROG Ally equipped with the rival AMD Ryzen Z1 processor. In front is the large 7-inch IPS-level touch screen with a 120Hz refresh rate.

The Claw comes configured up to an Intel Core Ultra 7 Processor (Series 1), Intel Arc Graphics, 16GB LPDDR5-6400 RAM, up to 1TB PCIe Gen 4 storage, microSD card storage expansion, and a 53WHr battery.

MSI Claw A1M body design

It connects wirelessly with Intel Killer WiFi 7 BE1750 and Bluetooth 5.4 and wired thru Thunderbolt 4 and a 3.5mm audio jack.

For controls, the Claw offers RGB ABXY buttons, RGB L&R analog sticks, D-pad, L&R Hall effect analog triggers, L&R bumpers, View button, Menu button, MSI Center M button, OSD key, 2x Assignable grip buttons and HD haptics.

Other features include a fingerprint scanner and two 2W speakers.

Running the show is Windows 11. Users have the option to pick between the Intel Core Ultra 5 135H and Core Ultra 7 155H.

The handheld measures 294 x 117 x 21.2mm and weighs 675 grams. Included in the box is the 65W PD adapter. It will only come in black.

An MSI representative told Tom's Hardware that the Claw A1M will have a price range of USD 699 to 799 in three configurations and is expected to arrive in the United States in February or March 2024.

There is no word yet for Philippine availability and pricing.

What do you guys think?

Source: MSI, Via: Tom's Hardware