The renowned handheld console manufacturer, Ayaneo, has recently unveiled its latest flagship device, the Ayaneo 3. Building on the popularity of its forerunner, this new model maintains a familiar shape and button layout but introduces a host of hardware enhancements that promise to elevate the user experience.
Details emerging from the Ayaneo blog reveal that the Ayaneo 3 will be available with a choice of processors—either the AMD Ryzen 7 8840U or the more robust AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370. Gamers can expect an immersive experience thanks to its seven-inch high-refresh LCD or OLED HDR display. Additionally, Ayaneo has enhanced control options by integrating two extra buttons on the back of the console.
At this point, Ayaneo has yet to disclose more specifics about the Ayaneo 3, particularly concerning its RAM, storage, and pricing. The previous model, the Ayaneo 2, offered configurations with either 16GB or 32GB of RAM and storage options ranging from 512GB to 2TB. It was priced between $1,099 for the base model and up to $1,549 for the limited-edition B.Duck variant. Based on this, it’s reasonable to anticipate similar configurations for the Ayaneo 3, albeit perhaps at a slightly higher price tag.
What’s exciting about the Ayaneo 3 is its distinction as one of the first handheld consoles to incorporate the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370. While the current library of games doesn’t fully utilize the NPU included in this processor, its four additional cores, the Zen 5 architecture, and the AMD Radeon 890M integrated GPU promise significant performance boosts over the Ryzen 7 8840U variant. With these specifications, this console eclipses many of the top PC gaming handhelds, often powered by the Ryzen Z1 Extreme.
As the Ayaneo 3 gears up to enter a bustling market brimming with impressive choices, it will be intriguing to see how it stands out. New contenders like the ROG Ally 2, MSI Claw 8 AI+, and Lenovo Legion Go Gen Two are also expected to launch soon, challenging Ayaneo to offer a distinctive and compelling gaming experience for handheld enthusiasts.
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