MSI Unveils AMD Gaming Handheld and Updated Mid-Range Gaming Laptops at Computex

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So, MSI just rolled into Computex with something new—enter the Claw A8 BZ2EM. It’s a gaming handheld with an AMD chip, which is apparently a big deal since MSI’s been all about Intel before. But hey, variety is the spice of life, right? They’re not ditching Intel, just mingling a bit.

Now, this Claw A8 thing—never thought I’d get into specs, but here we go. It’s rocking an AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme. Sounds intense, yeah? The screen’s got an 8-inch display, nice and crisp, plus crazy fast with a 120 Hz refresh rate. Vivid stuff! I once spilled coffee over a laptop trying to get my screen less pixelated, but that’s another story.

MSI’s tinkering with design too, with Xbox-style controllers. Hall Effect joysticks? Sounds fancy, but really, they’re just making sure you don’t lose control mid-game. Remember the stick drift frustrations? Ugh. Also, those cute rounded corners and beefier grips. Comfort is key when you’re in the zone.

Their option for RAM? Whoa, up to 24GB! Like a racecar with turbo boost. But will all that reach our side of the pond? Fingers crossed. And not to go all geeky on you, but Asus did something similar with their ROG Ally X. Yes, memory sharing and all that jazz.

Battery life—so MSI’s gone with an 80 WHr one, same as the Ally X. I could ramble on about how power is life and all that, but let’s keep it simple. It lasts longer. Yay for less charging!

Ports galore on this one—headphone jacks, USB ports, all that goodness. Ever feel like your tech’s got more input options than you have life choices? Just me?

Anyway—back to their software game—MSI Center through Xbox Game Bar now. Convenient, perhaps? Though Windows 11 still feels like trying to navigate a puzzle blindfolded.

Prices and release dates? Still a mystery. Life’s full of those, isn’t it?

Now, MSI’s also at it with new laptops. They’ve upgraded their mid-range collection with Nvidia’s latest stuff. The Crosshairs, as they call them, come in various sizes. Lots of letters and numbers, sometimes feels like reading a secret code—but I digress.

Intel and AMD are both in the mix here. Confusing model names though—AI for Intel, A for AMD. Why? Your guess is as good as mine.

All these systems share some traits—like Nvidia GPUs and pretty powerful batteries. Ah, tech—can’t live with it, can’t game without it.

There was a mention of pricing—something about starting prices at Costco. Who knew your next gaming rig could be in the aisle next to bulk toilet paper?

The Cyborg line got a facelift too—translucent edges, metal lids, sounds sleek! Different chip options, as usual, but hey, choice is good.

Screen options range from 1080p to 1440p, depending on size. A screen for every eye, I suppose.

Some teaser about MSI’s other Computex debuts, including stuff with AMG Motorsport. Oh, and some fancy limited edition notebook with art—“The Great Wave off Kanagawa.” Felt like they were just throwing that in for dramatic flair.

Anyway, hope the tech gods shine favorably and get these cool gadgets out soon. Until then, happy gaming, or whatever it is we tech enthusiasts do while waiting.