MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ review: performance and price both extreme

The $2,200 MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ pairs an 8-inch 1920×1200 IPS display at 48–120Hz with Intel's handheld-focused Arc G3 Extreme chip. The review praises performance, efficiency and cooling, but criticizes the 500-nit IPS panel versus OLED rivals and the 785g weight.

• MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ costs $2,200 and runs Intel's Arc G3 Extreme handheld chip
• 8-inch 1920×1200 IPS screen, 500 nits, 48–120Hz VRR, but no OLED
• Weighs 785g versus 640g for Steam Deck OLED; 80Wh battery lasts about 3 hours in Endurance Mode
• Two Thunderbolt 4 ports, microSD Express reader and fingerprint power button