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

MSI seems to have learned from its Intel adventure with the first Claw model. The Claw A8 BZ2EM is now powered by AMD’s Ryzen Z2 Extreme processor, specially optimized for portable devices. This upgrade brings not just a performance boost but also significant improvements in game compatibility.

Technical Specs and Performance

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

• Graphics: AMD Radeon™ 890M (RDNA 3.5 architecture for 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 its rivals).

• 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"?

The MSI Claw A8 secures its place among heavyweights like the ROG Ally X and Legion Go 2.

1. Display Balance: Bigger 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 dive straight into a console-like interface.

3. Cooling: Thanks to Cooler Boost HyperFlow technology, it delivers top 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 (varies between 63,999 TL and 76,000 TL depending on store and promotions).

• Global Price: Priced at £850 in the UK and around €999 in Europe.