| Name | MSI Claw 8 AI+ | Asus ROG Ally X |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| MSRP | $899 | $799 |
| Released | 2025 | 2024 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Current price | MSI, Amazon | Asus, Amazon |
| Operating system | ||
| Operating system & version | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Display specifications | ||
| Display type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Display size (inch) | 8.0″ | 7.0″ |
| Resolution (pixels W×H) | 1920×1200 | 1920×1080 |
| Refresh rate (max) | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Variable refresh rate (VRR)? | Yes | Yes, FreeSync Premium |
| Brightness (max) | 500 nits | 500 nits |
| Brightness auto-adjust? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Touchscreen | ✔ | ✔ |
| Processing & performance hardware | ||
| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 7-258V | AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme |
| CPU speed (max) | 4.8 GHz | 5.1 GHz |
| CPU cores | 8 | 8 |
| GPU | Intel Arc Graphics 140V | RDNA 3 |
| GPU speed (max) | 2.05 GHz max | 2.7 GHz max |
| GPU cores | 8 cores | 12 cores |
| RAM (options) | 32 GB | 24 GB |
| RAM speed | 8533 MT/s | 7500 MT/s |
| Storage space | ||
| Internal storage options (GB) | 1TB | 1TB |
| Storage type | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Form factor (SSD) | M.2 2230 | M.2 2280 |
| MicroSD card slot? | Yes; UHS-II | Yes; UHS-II |
| Other built-in hardware | ||
| Microphone? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Speakers? | ✔ 2× | ✔ 2× |
| Haptics? (vibration motors) | ✔ | ✔ HD haptics |
| Light sensor? | ❌ | ✔ |
| Webcam? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Cellular network | ❌ | ❌ |
| Ports | ||
| USB-C (charging) port | 2× USB-C 4 | 1× USB-C 3.2, 1× USB-C 4 |
| USB-A port? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Headphone jack? (3.5 mm AUX out) | ✔ | ✔ |
| Video out? | DisplayPort via USB-C | DisplayPort via USB-C |
| Other ports | None | None |
| Battery | ||
| Charging speed (max) | 65 W | 65 W |
| Battery capacity | 80 Wh | 80 Wh |
| Hours of battery life (as specified) | 4+ h (gaming), 28 h (video playback) | 2.7 h (heavy AAA gaming), 14.5 h (video playback) |
| Buttons & controls | ||
| Thumbsticks? | ✔ (offset) | ✔ (offset) |
| ABXY buttons? | ✔ | ✔ |
| D-pad? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Triggers? (LT & RT) | ✔ | ✔ |
| Bumpers (LB & RB) | ✔ | ✔ |
| View & menu button | ✔ | ✔ |
| Gyro controls? | ❌ | ✔ |
| Trackpad? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Programmable buttons? | Yes, 2× (back): M1, M2 | Yes, 2× (back) |
| Volume up/down button? | ✔ | ❌ |
| Fingerprint sensor? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Built-in keyboard? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other buttons: | MSI Center M, Quick Settings | Command Center button, Armoury Crate button |
| Physical specifications | ||
| Detachable controllers? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Stand? | ❌ | Yes, included |
| Lights? (RGB) | Yes, RGB rings (thumbsticks), + behind XYAB-buttons | Yes, RGB rings (thumbsticks) |
| Size (cm W×H×D): | 29.9×12.6×2.40 | 28.0×11.1×3.69 |
| Size (inch W×H×D): | 11.77×4.96×0.94 | 11.02×4.37×1.45 |
| Weight (gram): | 795 | 678 |
| Weight (lbs): | 1.75 | 1.49 |
| Color options: | Sandstorm / black | Black |
| More information | ||
| Accessories in the box | 65W Power adapter | 65W power adapter, tabletop stand |
| Model number | Claw 8 AI+ A2VM, CLAW8A2001 | 90NV00F1-M002F0, RC72LA-ALLYX.Z1X |
| User guide / manual | Online guide, User Guide | User manual |
| Official site link: | MSI.com | Asus.com |
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