MSI Claw A8 BZ2EM Review: Ryzen Z2 Extreme Performance in Your Hands!

It looks like MSI has learned a lot from its first Claw model and its Intel adventure. The Claw A8 BZ2EM comes equipped with AMD's specially optimized Ryzen Z2 Extreme processor for portable devices. This upgrade brings a major leap not just in performance but also in game compatibility.

Specs and Performance

• Processor: AMD Ryzen™ Z2 Extreme (8 cores, 16 threads, turbo up to 5.0 GHz).

• Graphics: AMD Radeon™ 890M (RDNA 3.5 architecture, high FPS in AAA games).

• Display: 8-inch FHD+ (1920x1200), 120Hz refresh rate, with VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) support.

• Memory: 24GB LPDDR5x-8000MHz (Faster and higher capacity RAM than competitors).

• Battery: 80Whr (One of the best in its class, up to 3 hours of intense gaming).

• Storage: 1TB NVMe PCIe Gen4 SSD (Full-size 2280 slot for easy upgrades).

• Controller: Hall Effect analog sticks and triggers (Zero drift risk).

Why Is It Considered the "Best Value" Handheld?

MSI Claw A8 stands out among major rivals like ROG Ally X and Legion Go 2.

1. Display Balance: Larger than the 7-inch Ally X, more portable than the 8.8-inch Legion Go.

2. Software Support: With Xbox Full Screen Experience, you can skip Windows clutter and jump straight into a console-like interface.

3. Cooling: Thanks to Cooler Boost HyperFlow technology, you get high performance without heating up the grips.

MSI Claw A8 Price and Release Date in Turkey

The device has now entered the Turkish market as well. Here are the latest price details:

• Turkey Price: Listed at around 75,999 TL (can vary between 63,999 TL and 76,000 TL depending on store and promotions).

• Global Price: On sale for about 850 Pounds in the UK and 999 Euros in Europe.