AOKZOE A1X: The Monster Handheld Gaming Device is Here
The world of handheld gaming is heating up. Just when you think it can't possibly get any more interesting, AOKZOE drops the A1X. This is not just another handheld; this is going to be a monster. After months of rumors, the AOKZOE A1X has finally landed. It is packing some serious muscle under the hood. Let's have a look at what might make this new player potentially stand out from the rapidly expanding crowd.
Power Where It Counts: Under the Hood of the A1X
AOKZOE is completely committed to AMD, and it's easy to understand why. The A1X features options for some of the highest-rated and latest mobile processors from AMD. You have a choice, starting with models that feature the AMD Ryzen 7 8840U – a highly rated chip in its own right. For the best-of-the-best performance, you'll want to look at the ones that have the AMD Strix Point processor, specifically the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370.
The base model uses an AMD Hawk Point chip with Zen 4 architecture and Radeon 780M graphics. The top models let it rip with AMD Strix Point, featuring a 12-core Zen 5/Zen 5c processor and Radeon 890M graphics. Both chips have integrated NPUs for AI tasks, but the Strix Point goes to a whole different level.
Display and Key Features That Shine
Apart from brute force, the AOKZOE A1X looks to impress in other areas too:
- Vivid Visuals: An 8-inch IPS display with crisp 1920x1200 resolution and a silky-smooth 120Hz refresh rate with Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) support. Prepare for lush colors and seamless motion.
- Battery for the Long Haul: A whopping 72.7Wh battery. Rumors indicate that it could last longer than competitors like the ROG Ally X in battery life, especially when paired with the power-saving VRR display.
- Fast Memory and Storage: LPDDR5x-7500 RAM and a fast M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD. Versions up to a whopping 64GB of RAM and 2TB of storage for hardcore gamers and multitaskers.
- Connectivity Galore: This notebook isn't being shy about ports. You've got a speedster OCuLink port for external GPUs, two USB4 ports, a USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port, a microSD card reader, and a headphone jack.
- Gaming Essentials: Capacitive joysticks with RGB lighting for flair and feedback, and a 3-axis gyroscope and accelerometer for motion controls.
- Stay Connected: Intel AX210 Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2 for fast and reliable wireless.
- Cooling System: A robust cooling system with three heat pipes and an aluminum fin fan to keep temperatures in check during extended gaming sessions.
Pricing Breakdown: How Much Will It Cost You?
Here's a look at the launch prices for the AOKZOE A1X. Remember these are early bird Indiegogo prices and could change:
| Configuration | Early Bird Price | Indiegogo Price | Retail Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ryzen 7 8840U / 32GB RAM / 1TB SSD | $799 | $839 | $1099 |
| Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 / 32GB RAM / 1TB SSD | $1059 | $1159 | $1499 |
| Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 / 32GB RAM / 2TB SSD | $1099 | $1199 | $1599 |
| Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 / 64GB RAM / 2TB SSD | $1299 | $1399 | $1759 |
Keep in mind that these are launch prices on Indiegogo and will increase. The AOKZOE A1X is launching on Kickstarter on April 17, 2025, so if you're interested, keep an eye on their page for the latest information and to perhaps snag an early bird special.
Final Verdict: The AOKZOE A1X Shows Promise
On paper, the AOKZOE A1X reads very promising. It's arriving packed to the brim with the potential for AMD's latest Ryzen AI HX 370, a flat-out gorgeous 120Hz VRR display, and a battery life that could finally outlast the endurance of other Windows handhelds' batteries. Can it really do it and take down reigning handheld monarchs is anyone's guess, considering how convoluted Windows in a portable form already is. But if AOKZOE can live up to its hype, the A1X might just be a game-changer in the world of handheld gaming. Watch this one closely – it may be something special.
