ASUS's portable gaming handheld packs 10Gbps USB-C with DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode, plus a proprietary ROG XG Mobile interface for external GPU expansion. Charging at 65W via USB-C means you'll sacrifice display output while powering up—a dock that splits video separately is essential. The UHS-II microSD slot is faster than Steam Deck, and the 3.5mm jack handles audio without fighting for bandwidth. Here's every port and the cables you'll need.
handheld Devices
ASUS ditched the proprietary XG Mobile port for dual USB-C on the 2024 refresh—one full USB4 at 40Gbps and one 10Gbps USB 3.2 for simultaneous charging and video output. The USB4 port supports standard Thunderbolt docks and eGPUs, unlocking compatibility the original couldn't offer. That combo gives real flexibility: charge while displaying to external monitors without dongles. Below is the complete port breakdown.
Microsoft's Xbox handheld variant shares ASUS's hardware foundation with dual USB-C ports—40Gbps USB4 and 10Gbps USB 3.2—designed for Game Pass cloud gaming. Both ports support DisplayPort Alt Mode, so you can drive external monitors while charging simultaneously without bottlenecks. The UHS-II microSD slot handles game installs quickly, and the 3.5mm jack stays available for low-latency headsets. Here's every port and the cables you'll need.
Microsoft's Xbox handheld variant shares ASUS's hardware foundation with dual USB-C ports—40Gbps USB4 and 10Gbps USB 3.2—designed for Game Pass cloud gaming. Both ports support DisplayPort Alt Mode, so you can drive external monitors while charging simultaneously without bottlenecks. The UHS-II microSD slot handles game installs quickly, and the 3.5mm jack stays available for low-latency headsets. Here's every port and the cables you'll need.
Lenovo's 7-inch handheld combines dual USB-C—USB4 at 40Gbps and USB 3.2 at 10Gbps—for parallel charging and external display output. The left port handles video at up to 60Hz on 4K external screens, while the right supports 50W Power Delivery charging simultaneously. The UHS-II microSD reader is faster than most competitors, and the 3.5mm jack stays out of the way. Here's every port and the cables you'll need.
Lenovo Legion Go Gen 2 (2025) – Ryzen Z2
Lenovo's second-gen Legion Go keeps dual USB-C with USB4 on left (40Gbps) and USB 3.2 on right (10Gbps) for simultaneous charging and video. The 8.8-inch LCD screen is sharper than the original at the same brightness, and both ports support DisplayPort Alt Mode for external displays. The UHS-II microSD reader handles rapid game installs without USB bottlenecks. Below is the complete port list.
Lenovo Legion Go Gen 2 (2025) – Ryzen Z2 Extreme
Lenovo's 2025 Legion Go Gen 2 Extreme keeps dual USB-C ports—USB4 at 40Gbps and USB 3.2 at 10Gbps—for parallel charging and video output. The 8.8-inch OLED screen demands sustained cooling, and both USB-C ports support DisplayPort. The UHS-II microSD slot handles large game libraries, and the 3.5mm jack works without stealing bandwidth. Here's the full connector layout.
Lenovo's 7-inch handheld combines dual USB-C—USB4 at 40Gbps and USB 3.2 at 10Gbps—for parallel charging and external display output. The left port handles video at up to 60Hz on 4K external screens, while the right supports 50W Power Delivery charging simultaneously. The UHS-II microSD reader is faster than most competitors, and the 3.5mm jack stays out of the way. Here's every port and the cables you'll need.
MSI's compact 7-inch Claw AI+ crams dual USB-C—40Gbps USB4 and 10Gbps USB 3.2—into a tight chassis designed for single-hand gaming. Charging and video output work in parallel, so you can play on external 4K monitors without unplugging. The UHS-II microSD slot supports massive storage expansion, and the 3.5mm jack adds headset flexibility. Below is the complete port list.
MSI's 8-inch Claw gaming handheld features dual USB-C—one USB4 at 40Gbps and one USB 3.2 at 10Gbps—enabling simultaneous charging and external display output. The larger screen makes 4K external monitors actually useful for docked play, and both ports support DisplayPort Alt Mode. UHS-II microSD expansion handles the largest game libraries without USB bottlenecks. Here's every port and the cables you'll need.
MSI's 2024 Claw brings dual USB-C—40Gbps USB4 and 10Gbps USB 3.2—for simultaneous charging and video output to external displays. The Intel Core Ultra CPU runs at lower TDP than the original, extending battery life for long gaming sessions. UHS-II microSD support handles rapid game installs, and the 3.5mm jack stays free for wired audio. Here's every port and the cables you'll need.
MSI's 2024 Claw brings dual USB-C—40Gbps USB4 and 10Gbps USB 3.2—for simultaneous charging and video output to external displays. The Intel Core Ultra CPU runs at lower TDP than the original, extending battery life for long gaming sessions. UHS-II microSD support handles rapid game installs, and the 3.5mm jack stays free for wired audio. Here's every port and the cables you'll need.
Valve's handheld console delivers all connectivity through a single USB-C port running USB 3.2 Gen 2 at 10Gbps—charging, data transfers, and DisplayPort Alt Mode for external 4K monitors. The dock (sold separately) splits charging and video, so you're not stuck choosing between power and displays. MicroSD card support via UHS-II lets you expand storage at full speed, and the 3.5mm jack handles headsets natively. Below is the complete port breakdown.
Valve's handheld console delivers all connectivity through a single USB-C port running USB 3.2 Gen 2 at 10Gbps—charging, data transfers, and DisplayPort Alt Mode for external 4K monitors. The dock (sold separately) splits charging and video, so you're not stuck choosing between power and displays. MicroSD card support via UHS-II lets you expand storage at full speed, and the 3.5mm jack handles headsets natively. Below is the complete port breakdown.
Valve's handheld console delivers all connectivity through a single USB-C port running USB 3.2 Gen 2 at 10Gbps—charging, data transfers, and DisplayPort Alt Mode for external 4K monitors. The dock (sold separately) splits charging and video, so you're not stuck choosing between power and displays. MicroSD card support via UHS-II lets you expand storage at full speed, and the 3.5mm jack handles headsets natively. Below is the complete port breakdown.
