MSI has officially launched its latest gaming handhelds, the Claw 8 AI+ and Claw 7 AI+, both powered by Intel's Lunar Lake processors. These devices succeed the Claw 7 and boast upgraded specifications.
Powerful Performance with Intel Lunar Lake
Both handhelds utilize the Intel Core Ultra 7 258V processor with Intel Arc 140V graphics. The processor features an 8-core/8-thread configuration (4 performance cores + 4 efficient cores).
Claw 8 AI+ vs. Claw 7 AI+
While both models share the same processor, there are key differences:
| Feature | Claw 8 AI+ | Claw 7 AI+ |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 8-inch IPS, 1920x1200, 120Hz | 7-inch IPS, 1920x1200, 120Hz |
| Battery | 80Whr | 54.5Whr |
| Storage | Up to 1TB M.2 2230 PCIe 4.0 | 512GB M.2 2230 PCIe 4.0 |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4 | Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Price (USD) | $899 | $799 |
Shared Features
- 32GB LPDDR5X 8533MHz RAM
- Windows 11 operating system
- Dual Thunderbolt 4 ports
- Dual 2W speakers with DTS sound and Hi-Res Audio support
- MSI App Player for Windows and Android game compatibility
"...thanks to the exclusive App Player, the MSI Claw 8 AI+ & Claw 7 AI+ offer the widest game library..." - MSI
Availability
The Claw 8 AI+ is available at retailers like Amazon and Best Buy, while the Claw 7 AI+ can be found at ExCaliberPC.
