MSI Claw A8 BZ2EM Polar Tempest Gaming Handheld PC (AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme, M.2 2280 SSD slot, 24GB RAM, 8” FHD+ (1920x1200), 120Hz, Windows 11 Home)

Claw A8 BZ2EM

Grip & Game

Meet the first handheld built with AMD Ryzen™ Z2 Extreme — designed for next-gen gaming on the go. Stay in the game longer with an 80Whr battery, immerse yourself in smooth visuals on an 8" 120Hz VRR display, and enjoy ultra-precise Hall effect analog sticks and triggers that resist drift for lasting accuracy. With MSI Center M seamlessly integrated with Xbox Game Bar, you can launch titles across platforms and stay in control at all times.

Whether gaming, working, or connecting an external GPU, the Claw handles it all effortlessly.

Play your favorite games while on the go

with the MSI 8" Claw A8 BZ2EM Handheld Gaming System. Powered by an AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme processor with an 8" 1920 x 1200 resolution 120 Hz touchscreen, this compact handheld gaming system can run a wide variety of games and applications.

Equipped with 24GB of LPDDR5x-8000 memory and a 1TB NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD, the Claw A8 can load games and complex levels in a flash. You can expand the storage by inserting an optional microSD card. The two USB4 ports allow you to connect compatible devices. The built-in controls feature Hall Effect analog sticks and triggers, which provide precise control and responsiveness while resisting stick drift. Wi-Fi 7 support allows for fast connections to compatible networks. With MSI Center M seamlessly integrated with Xbox Game Bar, you can launch titles across platforms and stay in control at all times.

AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme Performance

Powered by the AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme processor, the MSI Claw A8 is built for gamers who never pause. Delivering fast speed, portability, and extreme efficiency, the portable MSI Claw A8 can play games from anywhere. As the ultimate handheld Windows PC handheld gaming system, the Ryzen Z2 Extreme CPU brings best-in-class performance while on the go.

Immersive Visuals

Catch every detail with the 8" IPS display, which features a 16:10 aspect ratio that provides more vertical viewing space than traditional Full HD screens. A 120 Hz refresh rate with Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) support provides smooth graphics during fast action scenes.

Precise Controls

The hall effect analog sticks and triggers are designed to be long-lasting while resisting drift. Two customizable macro buttons are located on the rear.

Immersive Audio

With a 2W stereo speaker system, the MSI Claw A8 delivers rich audio while you play games, watch videos, and listen to music. You can plug a headset into the 3.5mm audio jack or pair the system with a Bluetooth device for added privacy.

All-Day Play

Equipped with an 80 Whr lithium-ion battery, this handheld provides up to 3.5 hours of gaming in endurance mode and about 19+ hours of Full HD video playback.

Macro Keys

With exclusive Macro Keys, you can cast skills and your ult with just one click.

HyperFlow Cooling

An efficient intraflow thermal design helps to keep all the components cool so you can game longer.

Mystic Light

Customize the Mystic Light RGB lighting effects that adorn the analog sticks and buttons to fit your style.

MSI AI Engine

MSI AI Engine automatically adjusts various system settings to best fit your needs.

MSI Center M

Use the MSI Center M software to quickly launch games and adjust system settings.