MSI will showcase its MSI Claw A8 Platform, which includes the A8 and A8 Plus Polar Tempest Edition models, during Computex 2025. These come along with new laptops and other innovative tech.
MSI Claw Showcase Computex 2025
Unlock Limitless Gaming with Expanded Processor Options: Introducing the Versatile MSI Claw A8 Platform and the Upgraded Claw 8 AI+ Edition
MSI is expanding its handheld gaming offerings with the launch of two new models: the MSI Claw A8 and the MSI Claw 8 AI+ Polar Tempest Edition. The Claw A8 features an 8″ FHD+ 120Hz touchscreen powered by an AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme Processor and LPDDR5-800 memory, providing a smooth gaming experience.
The Polar Tempest Edition, powered by the Intel Core Ultra 7 processor 258V, offers an upgraded 2TB NVMe SSD and a stunning white finish with a glittering UV coating. Both models are available in distinct color options, allowing gamers to choose the style that best reflects their individuality.
Booth Location: 4th Floor, Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, Hall 1 (TaiNEX 1)
Booth Number: M0504
Booth Address: No. 1, Jingmao 2nd Rd., Nangang Dist.., Taipei City
Exhibition Period: 2025/05/20 – 05/23 9:30 – 17:30
Detailed specs of the Claw A8 platforms:
| Component | Claw 8 AI+ Polar Tempest Edition |
|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 processor 258V |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home |
| Memory | 32GB LPDDR5x-8533 Memory on Package |
| Display | 8″ FHD+ (1920 x 1200), 16:10, Touchscreen, 120Hz Refresh Rate, 100% sRGB(Typical), 500nits(Typical), VRR, IPS-Level panel |
| Graphics | Intel Arc 140V GPU |
| Storage Slots | 1 x NVMe M.2 SSD by PCIe Gen4 x4 |
| Sensor | 6-Axis IMU Vibration Motor / Fingerprint Reader |
| Audio | 2 × 2W Speakers / 1× Audio combo jack / DTS Audio Processing / Hi-Res Audio ready |
| USB Ports | 2 x Thunderbolt 4 (DisplayPort/ Power Delivery 3.0) |
| Card Reader | 1 x microSD Card Reader |
| Communication | Intel Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth v5.4 |
| Battery | 6-Cell, Li-Polymer, 80Whr |
| Dimension | 299 x 126 x 24 mm |
| Weight | 795 g |
| Component | Claw A8 BZ2EM |
|---|---|
| Processor | AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme Processor |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home |
| Memory | LPDDR5x-8000 onboard, up to 24GB, dual channel |
| Display | 8″ FHD+ (1920 x 1200), 16:10, Touchscreen, 120Hz Refresh Rate, 100% sRGB(Typical), 500nits(Typical), VRR, IPS-Level panel |
| Graphics | AMD Radeon Graphics |
| Storage Slots | 1 x NVMe M.2 2280 SSD by PCIe Gen 4 x4 |
| Sensor | 6-Axis IMU Vibration Motor / Fingerprint Reader |
| Audio | 2 × 2W Speakers / 1× Audio combo jack / DTS Audio Processing / Hi-Res Audio ready |
| USB Ports | 2 x USB4 Type-C / DisplayPort / Power Delivery 3.0 (Thunderbolt 4 Compatible) |
| Card Reader | 1 x microSD Card Reader |
| Communication | Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth v5.3 |
| Battery | 6-Cell, Li-Polymer, 80Whr |
| Dimension | 299.5 x 126.2 x 24 mm |
| Weight | 765g (est.) |
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