Android-powered Arc X1 gaming handheld launches with 7-inch show, Snapdragon G2 Gen 2

India-based gaming firm Arc has launched its first gaming handheld, the Arc X1. The gadget is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon G2 Gen 2 chipset and runs OwlOS, a customized Android based mostly working system developed particularly for the hand held.

The Snapdragon G2 Gen 2 chipset is paired with 8GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 128GB of UFS 3.1 inside storage. The handheld additionally encompasses a microSD card slot for storage growth.

Arc has included a built-in lively cooling system with a fan to maintain the hand held cool throughout prolonged gaming classes.

The Arc X1 sports activities a 7-inch LCD show with a Full HD decision, 16:9 facet ratio, and 120Hz refresh price. The show is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3.

The handheld options zero drift replaceable analog sticks, microswitch ABXY buttons, a D-pad, two programmable rear buttons, and twin Linear Resonant Actuators for haptic suggestions.

For software program, the Arc X1 runs OwlOS, a customized Android based mostly working system constructed on AOSP. It permits customers to play Android video games, run emulators, and use cloud streaming providers. Users may customise per sport efficiency and controls, decision scaling, fan curves, and extra.

The Arc X1 homes a 9,300mAh battery with assist for 27W wired quick charging. According to Arc, the hand held can provide as much as eight hours of utilization in silent mode.

Other options embody front-facing stereo audio system, Wi Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity, a 3.5mm headphone jack, twin microphones, and a USB Type C 3.1 port. The handheld weighs round 500g.

Pricing for the Arc X1 begins at INR 29,500 for early waitlisters, whereas common prospects should buy it for INR 33,500 beginning October 2.

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