The Claw 8 AI+, a new Windows 11 handheld gaming PC that is said to be the world’s first to be powered by Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2), is currently in development with several premium features, including an 8-inch display, increased battery capacity, and an additional Thunderbolt 4-supported USB-C port, MSI has announced. MSI did not share a release date for what is being described as the most advanced 8-inch gaming handheld in the market, but reports out of IFA 2024 suggest it will be available in early 2025.
MSI writes:
- “…MSI honorably announces the world’s first Windows 11 gaming handheld powered by Intel Core Ultra processors (Series 2), Claw 8 AI+, at IFA, once again capturing the attention of gaming handheld fans worldwide.”
- “In addition to the next-gen processor’s improved energy efficiency, MSI has actively listened to user feedback and upgraded several hardware specifications accordingly, such as adding an additional Thunderbolt 4-supported USB-C port, enhancing the tactile feel of the LB/RB buttons, increasing battery capacity, and replacing the charger with a lighter wall-mounted charger.” “Claw 8 AI+ is expected to be the most advanced 8-inch gaming handheld in the market.”
As for when it’ll be available, MSI reportedly said:
- “With the Claw 8 AI+, MSI is also presenting the first Windows 11 gaming handheld with the new Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processor and significantly increased AI performance at IFA 2024.”
- “Sales are scheduled to start in early 2025. […] Buyers of the Claw 8 AI+ will receive a free one-month trial of Xbox Game Pass.”
A look at the current-generation Claw:
MSI on some of its other upcoming hardware:
MSI…proudly launched several next-gen AI+ gaming and business productivity laptops featuring the new Intel Core Ultra processor (Series 2) and AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series at IFA 2024. These laptops offer more AI computing power, making it the most robust platform for AI PC development, with more AI models, frameworks, and runtimes enable.
MSI also announced the whole new Venture series laptops, redefining the combination of thin, light and powerful. Equipped with Intel Core Ultra processors (Series 2) and varieties of different size, from 14, 15.6, 16, to 17 inches.