MSI Claw A1M

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MSI Claw A1M
DeveloperMSI
ManufacturerMSI
Product familyClaw
TypeHandheld gaming computer
Release date
  • WW: March 8, 2024
 (512 GB, Intel Core Ultra 7 155H)
  • WW: March 15, 2024
 (1 TB, Intel Core Ultra 7 155H)
  • WW: March 15, 2024
 (512 GB, Intel Core Ultra 5 135H)
Introductory price
  • US$699.99 (Intel Core Ultra 5 135H model-Claw A1M-021SG) (512 GB)
  • US$749.99 (Intel Core Ultra 7 155H model-Claw A1M-020SG) (512 GB)
  • US$799.99 (Intel Core Ultra 7 155H model-Claw A1M-020SG) (1 TB)
MediaDigital distribution
Operating systemWindows 11
CPU
Memory16 GB LPDDR5-6400, Dual-channel 32-bit (64-bit), 51.2 GB/s (Ally)
24 GB LPDDR5X-7500, Dual-channel 64-bit (128-bit), 120.0 GB/s (Ally X)
Storage512 GB NVMe M.2 2230 (Ally) 1 TB NVMe M.2 2280 (Ally X) SSD (expandable)
Removable storagemicroSD/SDHC/SDXC via UHS-II
Display7-inch, 1920 × 1080 FHD Touchscreen IPS LCD @ 120 Hz, 16:9, 500 nits (SDR) with VRR FreeSync Premium
Graphics
SoundStereo speakers with Dolby Atmos
Input
  • 2 × analog sticks
  • 2 × shoulder buttons (LB, RB)
  • 2 × analog triggers (LT, RT)
  • 4 × grip buttons (M1, M2)
  • D-pad
  • A/B/X/Y buttons
  • View/Menu buttons
  • Command center button
  • Armoury Crate button
  • Volume +/− buttons
  • Power button with fingerprint scanner
TouchpadTouch Screen (10-point multi-touch)
Connectivity
(Ally models only) or 1x USB-C port with Thundebolt 4, USB4 & DisplayPort 1.4 alt-modes & Power Delivery 3.0 & 1x USB-C port with USB 3.2 Gen 2 & DisplayPort 1.4 alt-mode & Power Delivery 3.0 (Ally X models only) (with 3rd Party eGPU support)
PowerTYPE-C, 65W (Ally) or 140W GaN (Ally X) AC Adapter & Charger , Output: 20V DC, 3.25A, 65W, Input: 100~240V AC 50/60Hz universal 40 Wh Lithium-ion battery 4S1P, 4-cell (Ally) 80 Wh Lithium-ion battery 4S1P, 4-cell (Ally X)
Dimensions280×111×212~324 mm(Ally)
280x111x247~369 mm (Ally X)
Mass608 grams (1.340 lb) (Ally)
678 grams (1.495 lb) (Ally X)
WebsiteOfficial website

The MSI Claw A1M is a handheld gaming computer by Micro-Star International. It has a 7 inch 120HZ LCD IPS display. It is powered by a Meteor Lake-based Intel Core Ultra 7 155H, with 8 Xe GPU cores and 14 CPU cores (6 performance + 8 efficiency). Other hardware includes a 53 watt-hour Li-ion battery and 16 GB of RAM, based on information from previews.[2][3][4][5] It comes with Wi-Fi,[6] two speakers, a Thunderbolt 4-capable USB Type-C port, HDMI output and an audio jack. It runs Windows 11 Home and MSI Android App player. It weighs 675 grams and is painted in black color.

The device was criticized by reviewers for high power draw and lower performance than competing handheld PCs.[7]

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References[edit]

  1. ^ "ROG Ally".
  2. ^ "MSI Claw is a rumored Steam Deck rival with a twist – it'll use an Intel CPU, and that might be a key advantage". TechRadar. January 5, 2024. Retrieved January 6, 2024.
  3. ^ "MSI's Steam Deck competitor has leaked, and it's powered by an Intel Meteor Lake chip". The Verge. January 5, 2024. Retrieved January 6, 2024.
  4. ^ "MSI Claw leaks as fierce competition for portable PC gaming handheld consoles". Windows Central. January 5, 2024. Retrieved January 6, 2024.
  5. ^ "MSI Gaming Teases Its Own Steam Deck Competitor". GameSpot. Retrieved January 6, 2024.
  6. ^ "MSI Unveils World's First Gaming Handheld with Core™ Ultra at CES 2024". MSI. January 9, 2024. Retrieved January 11, 2024.
  7. ^ https://www.theverge.com/2024/3/20/24106945/my-expectations-for-the-msi-claw-have-hit-rock-bottom


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