MSI Claw EX AI+ Handheld Debuts at $1,699

MSI's flagship Claw EX AI+ handheld features Intel Arc G3 Extreme graphics and 32GB RAM, with retail listings starting at $1,699.

The MSI Claw EX AI+ has surfaced as the manufacturer's most expensive handheld, with retail listings starting at $1,699. Newegg and Best Buy have listed the Claw 8 EX AI+ CG3EM 8-inch 120Hz model at this price point, while the official MSI website features an Intel Arc G3 Extreme version for $1,799. The high-end configuration includes 32 GB of LPDDR5X memory and 1 TB of PCIe Gen 4 M.2 storage. This pricing places the device significantly above the $899 MSI Claw 8 AI+, though it remains more affordable than Strix Halo handhelds which are priced over $2,000. Currently, the handheld is not available for purchase on Newegg, and the retailer has not yet disclosed a specific shipping date or availability details for the new Intel-based gaming device.