MSI launches Claw 8 EX AI+ handheld PC with Intel Arc G3 Extreme, Italy pre‑orders begin

MSI announced that pre‑orders for its new Claw 8 EX AI+ handheld gaming PC are now open in Italy, with shipments slated for July. The device is priced at €1,599 and will be sold in limited quantities, with additional stock planned later. Early buyers receive a complimentary MSI Claw Travel Case, and a “Review & Receive” campaign offers six months of extra warranty for orders placed before 30 September.

The Claw 8 EX AI+ features an Intel Arc G3 Extreme processor, the first handheld to use this AI‑enhanced chip, alongside an 8‑inch 120 Hz IPS display, Hall‑effect sticks and triggers, a metal‑dome D‑pad, and ergonomic grips. Software includes XeSS 3, Multi‑Frame Generation, and an Xbox‑mode UI that streamlines Windows 11 for gaming. A review noted significant refinements over previous MSI models: improved cooling, balanced weight, and a more comfortable layout, though Windows 11’s layered interface can feel cluttered and occasional bugs were observed.

Overall, the Claw 8 EX AI+ aims to blend PC‑level performance with portable convenience, positioning itself against rivals such as the Legion Go and SteamOS handhelds.