# MSI Claw 8 EX AI+

The first handheld on Intel Arc G3 Extreme, Intel's chip built for handhelds, with Arc B390 graphics, 32 GB LPDDR5X, an 8-inch 1920×1200 48–120 Hz screen, 80 Wh, Wi-Fi 7 and microSD Express.

- Brand: MSI
- Category: PC handhelds
- Status: In production
- Released: 2026-06-23 [5]
- Official page: https://www.msi.com/Handheld/Claw-8-EX-AI-plus-CG3EMX/Specification
- Web page: https://handheldquest.com/handhelds/msi-claw-8-ex-ai-plus/
- Data last checked: 2026-10-22

## List prices

Regular prices set by the maker, not deals.

| Variant | Price | Since | Source |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Arc G3 Extreme / 32 GB | $1,799.00 | 2026-06-23 | [5] |

Current US list price from $1,799.00.

## Specifications

Fields not listed are unknown. Evidence: maker spec, maker + independent source, reported by press, estimate or rumor.

### Chip & performance

| Spec | Value | Evidence | Source |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Chip (SoC) | Intel Arc G3 Extreme | maker spec | [1] |
| Process node | Intel 18A | maker spec | [6] |
| CPU | 2 P-cores + 8 E-cores + 4 LP E-cores, 12 MB cache | maker spec | [7] |
| CPU cores / threads | 14 / 14 | maker spec | [7] |
| CPU clock | 1.9–4.7 GHz | maker spec: Performance-core base to maximum turbo frequency. | [7] |
| GPU | Intel Arc B390 | maker spec | [1] |
| GPU cores | 12 Xe-cores | maker spec | [7] |
| GPU clock | 2.3 GHz | maker spec: Graphics max dynamic frequency from Intel; the device may run lower. | [7] |
| Power range (TDP) | 8–35 W | maker spec: Intel's configurable TDP range; the device sets its own limits. | [7] |

### Memory & storage

| Spec | Value | Evidence | Source |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| RAM | 32 GB | maker spec | [1] |
| RAM type | LPDDR5X | maker spec | [1] |
| RAM speed | 8533 MT/s | reported by press: LPDDR5x-8533, dual channel, on board, as listed by Notebookcheck. | [3] |
| Storage | 1 TB | reported by press: The 1 TB Micron 2500 configuration listed by Notebookcheck; MSI states a replaceable M.2 2280 drive. | [3] |
| Storage type | M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe Gen4 | maker spec | [1] |
| microSD slot | Yes | maker spec: microSD Express reader | [1] |

### Display

| Spec | Value | Evidence | Source |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Screen size | 8″ | maker spec | [1] |
| Resolution | 1920 × 1200 | maker spec | [1] |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | maker spec | [1] |
| Panel | IPS LCD | reported by press: IPS panel listed by Notebookcheck. | [3] |
| Variable refresh (VRR) | Yes | maker spec: 48–120 Hz, 100% sRGB | [1] |
| Touchscreen | Yes | maker spec | [1] |

### Battery & build

| Spec | Value | Evidence | Source |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Battery | 80 Wh | maker spec | [1] |
| Charging | 65 W | maker spec | [1] |
| Weight | 785 g | maker spec | [1] |
| Dimensions | 321 × 130 × 48 mm | maker spec: MSI lists 296–321 × 130 × 25–48 mm; the larger figures include the grips. | [1] |

### Connectivity & software

| Spec | Value | Evidence | Source |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | maker spec | [1] |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 6.0 | maker spec | [1] |
| Ports | 2× Thunderbolt 4 (DisplayPort, Power Delivery 3.0) · microSD Express card reader · 3.5 mm combo jack | maker spec | [1] |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home | maker spec | [1] |
| Controls | ABXY (RGB), D-pad · Hall effect sticks and triggers · Bumpers, M1/M2 macro buttons · HD haptics · Fingerprint reader | maker spec | [1] |

## Sources

1. MSI, "MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ specifications", read 2026-10-22: https://www.msi.com/Handheld/Claw-8-EX-AI-plus-CG3EMX/Specification
2. MSI, "MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ gallery", read 2026-10-22: https://www.msi.com/Handheld/Claw-8-EX-AI-plus-CG3EMX/Gallery
3. Notebookcheck, "MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ CG3EM - Reviews and specifications", published 2026-06-26, read 2026-10-23: https://www.notebookcheck.com/MSI-Claw-8-EX-AI-CG3EM-Tests-und-technische-Daten.1329226.0.html
4. MSI, "MSI Debuts Claw 8 EX AI+ Handheld with Intel Arc G3 Extreme at COMPUTEX 2026", published 2026-06-01, read 2026-10-22: https://www.msi.com/news/detail/MSI-Debuts-Claw-8-EX-AI--Handheld-with-Intel--Arc-G3-Extreme-and-Titan-18-HX-Dragon-Edition-Draco-Epic-at-COMPUTEX-2026-148880
5. Tech Times, "MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ Launches Today at $1,799", published 2026-06-23, read 2026-10-22: https://www.techtimes.com/articles/318945/20260623/msi-claw-8-ex-ai-launches-today-1799-ai-memory-crunch-prices-out-most-buyers.htm
6. Intel, "Intel Arc G-Series Processors Set a New Standard for Handheld PC Gaming", published 2026-05-28, read 2026-10-22: https://newsroom.intel.com/client-computing/intel-arc-g-series-processors-set-a-new-standard-for-handheld-pc-gaming
7. Intel, "Intel Arc G3 Extreme specifications", read 2026-10-22: https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/245625/intel-arc-g3-extreme-processor-12m-cache-up-to-4-70-ghz/specifications.html

Images: MSI.