MSI Showcases Its Claw 8 EX AI+ Gaming Handheld Powered by Newest Intel Arc G3 Collection Processors

MSI showcased at Computex 2026 its newest model of Claw 8 EX AI+ gaming handheld. The gadget is constructed round Intel’s new Arc G3 Extreme processors which are designed precisely for gaming handhelds. The Arc G3 collection is predicated on Intel Panther Lake structure combining CPU and GPU in a power-efficient package deal. The Arc G3 Extreme processor includes a 2P+8E+4LPE core configuration utilizing Intel’s newest Coyote Cove efficiency cores and Darkmont effectivity cores. Graphics are dealt with by a Xe3 “Celestial” iGPU with 12 Xe cores, whereas CPU increase frequencies attain as much as 4.7 GHz. The MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ gaming handheld seems and specs affirm latest rumors and leaks, which we beforehand reported on.

The Claw 8 EX AI+ pairs the brand new Intel processor with a 9-inch IPS-level touchscreen show providing a 1920×1200 decision, 48-120 Hz variable refresh charge help, 100% sRGB protection, and as much as 500 nits of brightness. MSI has additionally outfitted the hand-held with Hall-effect joysticks and triggers, a redesigned vibration motor for extra detailed haptic suggestions, and an 80 Wh battery. Cooling is dealt with by the Cooler Boost HyperFlow system that includes twin followers, twin warmth pipes and an intraflow thermal design. Connectivity consists of two Thunderbolt 4 ports supporting as much as 40 Gbps switch speeds. The handheld additionally comes with as much as 32 GB of onboard LPDDR5X reminiscence and a single M.2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD slot. Additional options embody twin 2 W audio system with TD Audio processing and Hi-Res Audio help, Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6 connectivity, a microSD card reader, and a 3.5 mm audio jack. The gadget weighs 785 g.

On the software program aspect, MSI is introducing an up to date MSI Center M interface, together with a devoted Xbox mode that gives a cleaner, gaming-focused UI, decrease reminiscence utilization, and quicker entry to put in video games.Availability is reportedly scheduled for June 23; nevertheless, MSI has not introduced official pricing but, though latest stories recommend a attainable $1,499 MSRP.