MSI Claw A1M-050US Overview
With the MSI Claw Handheld Gaming System, you'll be able to play your favorite games at 1080p while on the go. The Claw is equipped with an Intel Core Ultra processor with integrated Intel Arc Graphics and Intel's first integrated NPU for power-efficient AI acceleration. Combined with a 7" Full HD 1080p touchscreen and outfitted with Hall Effect triggers and joysticks, you'll have a smooth gaming experience with precision controls.
Intel Core Ultra Performance
The MSI Claw features the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H mobile processor. Its 16 cores are split into six performance cores, eight efficiency cores, and two low power efficiency cores. Integrated Intel Arc Graphics handles the Full HD 1080p gameplay, thanks to its 8 Xe cores and advanced XeSS technology. With fast processing speeds and Intel's first integrated NPU for AI acceleration and local inference, the Intel Core Ultra 7 processor delivers the performance needed for gaming, content creation, and multitasking.
Science of Comfort
With thousands of sample data collected from around the world, the Claw is ergonomically tailored for comfort and precision. Designed to fit the natural contours of your grip, it provides an intuitive gaming experience for hands of all sizes.
As a handheld device, the Claw has achieved the optimal balance between its grip and weight. MSI has meticulously polished various design details, from the curvature that fits the palm, to the finger grip positions and trigger force.
The Claw is outfitted with Hall Effect triggers and joysticks, which are built to last with precision controls.
7" Full HD 1080p Touchscreen
The MSI Claw features a 7" display with a 1920 x 1080 resolution, allowing you to enjoy Full HD gameplay. With a 120 Hz refresh rate and 100% sRGB color gamut, the display provides smooth gameplay with vibrant colors. The display also has touch support, making navigating the screen a breeze.
Grip and Game
The MSI Claw features Hyperflow cooling, which is a thermal design that redirects parts of the airflow to also cool the internals. This keeps all components cooled so you can game longer. The 53 Wh battery delivers up to two hours of gameplay while under full load. Featuring RGB lighting around the analog sticks and the controller buttons, the MSI Claw exudes the ideal gaming style. You can customize the color of the lights in MSI Center M.
Wi-Fi 7 Ready
The MSI Claw features Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), which can offer multi-gigabit performance, capable of reaching peak speeds of 5.8 Gb/s on 5 GHz and 6 GHz connections. With 320 MHz channel bandwidths, it delivers substantial throughput gains. Enjoy 2 ms low latency and jitter-free experiences across multiple links. The 6 GHz spectrum provides additional capacity for enhanced performance.
Based on theoretical maximum performance. May vary by wireless configuration.
Thunderbolt 4
Thunderbolt 4 is a hardware interface that utilizes the reversible USB-C connector and features a maximum throughput of 40 Gb/s when used with compatible devices. The connector also transmits data via USB4 at up to 20 Gb/s, and dual-bandwidth DisplayPort allows you to connect either one 8K monitor or up to two 4K displays simultaneously. Additionally, you can daisy chain up to six devices from a single port.
The Layout
MSI Claw A1M-050US Specs
Key Specs
Operating System | Windows 11 Home |
Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H |
Total Installed Memory | 16 GB |
Display Size | 7" |
Total Installed Capacity | 1 TB |
Media/Memory Card Slot | Single Slot: microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Inputs/Outputs | 1x USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) / Supports Video Alt Mode and Power Delivery |
Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with MU-MIMO Support |
Bluetooth | 5.4 |
Cellular Support | No |
Camera System | No |
Performance
Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H |
CPU | 16-Core: 1.4 to 4.8 GHz Performance (6 Cores) Up to 3.8 GHz Efficiency (8 Cores) Up to 2.5 GHz Low Power Efficiency (2 Cores) |
GPU | Intel Arc Graphics (8-Core) |
Memory Type | 4800 MHz LPDDR5 |
Total Installed Memory | 16 GB |
Display
Panel Type | IPS-Type LCD |
Display Size | 7" |
Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
Native Resolution | 1920 x 1080 |
Color Gamut | 100% sRGB |
Refresh Rate | 120 Hz |
Pixels Per Inch (ppi) | 314 ppi |
Storage and Expansion
Total Installed Capacity | 1 TB |
Solid State Storage | SSD |
Media/Memory Card Slot | Single Slot: microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Inputs / Outputs
Inputs/Outputs | 1x USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) / Supports Video Alt Mode and Power Delivery |
Audio I/O | 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone/Microphone Input/Output |
Built-In Speakers | 2x 2 W |
Built-In Microphones | Yes |
Communications
Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with MU-MIMO Support |
Bluetooth | 5.4 |
Cellular Support | No |
Camera System | No |
Camera Flash | No |
Video Recording | No |
Battery
Battery Chemistry | Lithium-Ion Polymer (LiPo) |
Capacity | 6-Cell: 53 Wh |
General
Power Supply | 65 W with USB-C |
Pointing Device | TouchPad, Pointing Stick |
Dimensions | 11.57 x 4.61 x 0.83" / 29.39 x 11.71 x 2.11 cm |
Weight | 1.49 lb / 0.68 kg |
Packaging Info
Package Weight | 3.275 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 12.3 x 5.9 x 4.6" |
In the Box
- MSI Claw Handheld Gaming System
- 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty
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