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.
AMD-powered 8-inch MSI handheld featuring the Ryzen Z2 Extreme processor with Radeon 890M graphics (16 RDNA 3.5 CUs). First MSI Claw with AMD hardware, offering 8-inch 120Hz VRR display, 80Whr battery, and dual USB4 ports with Thunderbolt 4 compatibility.
Device Information
- Manufacturer
- MSI
- Release Year
- 2025
- Model Number
- Claw A8 BZ2EM
- Category
- handheld
Available Ports
| Connector | Quantity | Label | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) | 2 | — | — |
| 3.5mm TRRS (Headset with Mic) | 1 | — | — |
| MicroSD Card Slot | 1 | — | — |
Notes & Compatibility
Dual USB4 Type-C ports with Thunderbolt 4 compatibility, supporting 40Gbps data, DisplayPort Alt Mode, and Power Delivery 3.0 (45-65W charging). AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme processor (8 cores Zen 5/5c) with Radeon 890M integrated graphics. 80Whr battery. 8-inch 1920x1200 120Hz VRR IPS display, 500 nits. 24GB LPDDR5x-8000 RAM. 1TB M.2 2280 SSD (user-upgradeable). Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4.
