MSI Claw 8 AI+ A2VM-007NL
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MSI Claw 8 AI+ A2VM-007NL
(In-game) image resolution | 1080p | |
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Refresh rate | 120 Hz | |
Screen size | 8 inches | |
Screen type | IPS - LCD | |
Playable on TV | ||
Total storage capacity | 1024 GB |
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I definitely think it's a top-notch product! Very powerful, and many AAA games can easily run for up to 3 hours on battery power. Lighter games can often last much longer. I've already played Baldur's Gate 3, Clair Obscur, Elden Ring, 7 Days to Die, Red Dead Redemption 2, Assassin's Creed Valhalla, Stardew Valley, and more for many hours. I play on low to moderate graphical settings on battery power, or up to high settings in some games when I'm charging. Everything runs smoothly, even at full resolution. XeSS works very well, but not many games utilize it yet. FSR works well. Separate apps, like LossLessScaling via Steam, also work well to get the most out of the device. Of course, it doesn't match the performance of a dedicated gaming laptop or desktop setup, but you wouldn't expect that from a handheld device.
The device is large and relatively heavy, but it fits comfortably in the hand. Easy to play on the couch, on the train, or on a plane. It's easy to install Steam, Epic games, GoG, etc., so there are plenty of options to play your existing game catalog (a big advantage compared to a Nintendo Switch, for example). Because the device runs on Windows, you can install mods for your games. The screen isn't OLED, which is a bit of a shame, but it still looks really nice.
Windows also has a Full Screen Experience (via their Xbox app), which works very well! The device boots in a kind of mini-Windows that uses less battery and is easier to use with controllers. It's easy to switch to regular Windows when needed, but that's less user-friendly with just the controller and touchscreen.
Initially, setting up the device requires a lot of work. Updates must be done through Windows itself, via the MSI Center (which wasn't even installed initially), or through Intel itself. It's important to follow the correct update order to get maximum performance out of the device. There are tons of settings in Windows, the MSI center, Intel drivers, and even the BIOS that significantly impact battery life and how graphically intensive your gaming experience can be. I found it easily took hours of work to perfect. There are plenty of tutorials online to follow.
Overall, I highly recommend it! Playing Baldur's Gate 3 at full resolution while relaxing on the couch is a unique experience :) It's currently the top device in terms of battery life, I think, but only if you put in the work to fine-tune everything.
FH
12 February 2026
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The product page did not mention this, but my device came with 1 month of included Xbox Game Pass.
The quality of the build is excellent, very sturdy and resistant. The speakers are amazing. After updating everything, I never get stuttering on games.
It comes with a very good charger that I have been using on other devices too.
The screen is not OLED, but is very very good. Some folks have also shared a few tweaks to contrast and other things that make it look like OLED. On minimum brightness, I was able to play nonstop on a 13 hours flight and still had battery left (mostly indie games). Still, with low brightness you can easily get 5+ hours even on heavier games.
The buttons are a bit loud, but the device itself is suuuper silent. I never hear a single fan, and the device is never warm.
Windows is awful, but the new Xbox Fullscreen Experience improves it a lot. MSI Center and Xbox game bar are also kind of bad, but the newest updates also improved them a lot. Now they are much more responsive and you don't have to keep pressing the buttons until they finally show up or go away. The Game Bar becomes very useful now that it actually works well.
The Xbox app recognizes games from other platforms, like Steam, but switching between them is NOT very smooth when using the Xbox Fullscreen Experience (because you have to switch to regular Windows first).
The device can hibernate in the middle of a game, and it comes right back to the same state when you turn it on again, and it works very smoothly.
The first time, Windows will take ages to set up and you will wonder if you should hard reset/restart the device multiple times, because it will seem stuck for a long time. After that pain, it becomes very easy to use the device, specially if you are already used to Windows. Uninstall all the bloat software like Office, Onedrive, and other random things Microsoft wants you to use, and you will have a much better time.
Now I have been using it not only for gaming, but also as an extension to my TV to stream shows while connected to a VPN.
It's not the cheapest handheld and I was questioning whether to buy it or not, but it's the best thing I have bought in many years and I am just as happy now as the day it arrived.
Vinicius
22 December 2025
Great device, feels/is premium, all the games you could want. Just a bit too big and heavy.
Wouter
24 August 2025
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Product number | 959603 | |
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Manufacturer code | 9S7-1T5211-007 | |
Brand | MSI | |
Warranty | 2 years | |
Processing of your defect | Via Coolblue |
Computer platform | MSI Claw | |
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(In-game) image resolution | 1080p | |
recommended for Virtual reality | ||
Operating system | Windows 11 | |
Refresh rate | 120 Hz | |
Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 | |
Cloud gaming | ||
Video card | Intel Arc Graphics | |
Battery/battery capacity | 6,9 Ah | |
Maximum battery life | 28 hours |
Total storage capacity | 1024 GB | |
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Expandable memory |
Built-in WiFi | ||
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WiFi standards | Wireless BE (WiFi 7) | |
Bluetooth | ||
Bluetooth version | 5.4 | |
Playable on TV | ||
USB port | ||
Type of USB port | USB-C | |
Number of USB-C ports | 2 | |
Headphone jack | ||
Type of headphone connection | 3.5mm (TRRS) | |
Number of headphone jacks | 1 |
Included by default | Manual, Power cord | |
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Second controller |
Color | Black | |
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Weight | 0,795 kg | |
Screen size | 8 inches | |
Screen type | IPS - LCD | |
Touchscreen | ||
Disc tray | ||
Detachable controllers |
