MSI has shared exciting news about its upcoming handheld gaming device, the Claw 8 AI+, set to be fully revealed at CES 2025 starting on January 7, 2025. This new device is expected to bring advanced technology, a powerful processor, and a much bigger battery to improve gaming performance and battery life.
Bigger Battery for Longer Play
The MSI Claw 8 AI+ will feature a large 82 WHr battery. According to MSI, this battery can provide over 4 hours of gaming on AAA games, which are usually demanding on hardware. However, MSI hasn’t shared details about the graphics settings or the specific games tested, so gamers should wait for real-world tests to confirm these numbers.
Powered by Intel Lunar Lake CPU
The handheld will use Intel’s Lunar Lake Core Ultra CPUs paired with 2nd-generation Intel ARC iGPUs. These iGPUs will use AI technology to enhance graphics and improve gaming performance. With a 48 TOPS (trillion operations per second) computing power, the Claw 8 AI+ could offer faster and smoother gameplay.
8-Inch Display
The Claw 8 AI+ will have an 8-inch screen, but MSI hasn’t revealed details about the resolution or refresh rate. Since there are limited options for displays of this size, it might use a screen similar to other popular gaming handhelds in the market.
Promising Performance
Earlier tests of Intel’s Lunar Lake-U CPUs showed up to 50% better performance compared to previous chips when using 15 W of power. If these improvements are seen in the Claw 8 AI+, it could make a big difference in both performance and battery life. This would be especially important for gamers who were unhappy with the power efficiency of MSI’s earlier handheld, the Claw A1M.
Official Teaser at CES
The details about the Claw 8 AI+ appeared on CES 2025’s official page, suggesting this might not be a leak but a planned teaser. MSI plans to share more information at the event, so fans can look forward to learning more in January.
The MSI Claw 8 AI+ seems to be a promising device for gaming enthusiasts, offering longer battery life and better performance. With more details expected at CES 2025, gamers are eager to see if it can compete with other handheld gaming devices in the market.
