The MSI Claw 8 AI Plus will be the new portable console from the Taiwanese firm, debuting with the ‘Lunar Lake’ processors that Intel just presented at Computex and improving other important parts of the original model, such as the screen, ergonomics or autonomy.

If you recall, MSI entered the handheld gaming segment just a few months ago with the ‘Claw’ brand. Version, was not without problems in terms of poor performance, poor battery life and software quirks that spoiled the experience. In addition, it was one of the most expensive portable consoles of the last generation.

It’s a shame because it was the only one powered by Intel hardware (everyone else opted for AMD) and those of us who love alternatives want all manufacturers in all markets. MSI, the same thing ASUS did with their new Ally he listened to the criticism and developed a new version which was already confirmed at Computex. Boys from digital trends They had the opportunity to see it and learn about its characteristics. The first impression is positive.

MSI Claw 8 AI Plus, news

The first thing we see is that the console is noticeably larger. And MSI made the screen bigger 7 to 8 incheswhile maintaining FHD resolution and 120Hz refresh rate.

The second major change comes from its SoC. Faced with the discrete Meteor Lake of the first generation (especially for its GPU), the company is betting on Core Ultra 200 series. “Lunar Lake,” which Intel says will improve GPU performance by up to 50% while requiring less power.

And here we come to another great improvement, k autonomy which was a big problem for portable gaming machines from large PCs. MSI promises that the new version will have “biggest battery in the industry” with 80 watts/hour

There will also be changes in RAM and storage speed with a full size M2 SSD with a capacity of 1 Tbyte. Other improvements will come to button and trigger responsiveness, as well as connectivity, with multiple USB Type-C ports with Thunderbolt support.

As you will see, MSI has followed point by point the same group of improvements as ASUS with Ally We don’t know the price or availability of this MSI Claw 8 AI Plus, but it looks very good as an Intel alternative to the vast majority of gaming machines using AMD hardware.