MSI's new Claw 8 EX AI+ handheld with an Intel Arc G3 Extreme and 32GB of RAM costs $1,799 — company says it'll be 'a tough year' with chances of 'another price hike'
MSI has launched its new Claw 8 EX AI+ handheld gaming device, featuring an Intel Arc G3 Extreme APU and 32GB of RAM, with a price tag of $1,799. The company acknowledges that component costs, particularly for memory and storage, have significantly increased due to the AI boom, leading to a challenging year for both MSI and consumers. Despite the high price, MSI claims they have made efforts to keep costs as low as possible, and the device offers substantial performance improvements over competitors like the Steam Deck OLED. AI
IMPACT The AI boom is driving up component costs, potentially making consumer electronics like handheld gaming devices more expensive.