The well-regarded handheld console maker, Ayaneo, has just unveiled its newest flagship device, the Ayaneo 3. Building on the accomplishments of its predecessor, this device maintains the familiar design and button configuration but introduces a host of hardware upgrades that enthusiasts are sure to appreciate.
As detailed on the Ayaneo blog, buyers of the Ayaneo 3 will have a choice between the AMD Ryzen 7 8840U processor or the more robust AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370. It also boasts a stunning seven-inch display available in both high-refresh LCD and OLED HDR variants, promising exceptional immersion. Plus, the addition of two extra buttons on the rear of the console provides players with enhanced control capabilities.
At present, Ayaneo is keeping additional details under wraps, so we’ll have to exercise patience to discover more about its RAM, storage, and pricing specifics. Reflecting on its predecessor, the Ayaneo 2, it came with choices of 16GB or 32GB of RAM, and storage options ranging from 512GB to 2TB. Prices for the Ayaneo 2 started at $1,099, with the special B.Duck edition reaching up to $1,549. This could well mean that the Ayaneo 3 will follow a similar pricing path, albeit at a potentially higher rate.
This impressive newcomer in the Ayaneo lineup is among the first handheld consoles to incorporate the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370. While the current landscape of games might not fully utilize the NPU within the HX 370 processor, its four additional cores, Zen 5 architecture, and AMD Radeon 890M integrated GPU ensure it packs more punch than the Ryzen 7 8840U. This setup positions it as a formidable contender among top-tier PC gaming handhelds, most of which are powered by the Ryzen Z1 Extreme.
The Ayaneo 3 is launching into a competitive market brimming with strong contenders. We’re on the lookout for the ROG Ally 2, MSI Claw 8 AI+, and Lenovo Legion Go Gen Two, which are expected to debut late this year or early 2025. With all these developments, we’re curious to see how the Ayaneo 3 will carve out its niche and what gaming experience it will deliver for handheld enthusiasts.
