World’s First Ryzen AI 300 Gaming Handheld Preorders Reach $1,699 — Premium OneXFly F1 Pro Features Ryzen AI 9 HX 370, 64GB RAM, and 4TB SSD

The latest wave of high-end handheld gaming PCs is nearly upon us, and making waves is the OneXPlayer’s OneXFly F1 Pro. This impressive device is the world’s first gaming handheld powered by AMD’s Ryzen AI 300 series, and you can snag one during the presale period, which runs until the end of November through the official OneXPlayer store.

With the OneXFly F1 Pro, gamers can look forward to a strong contender against devices like the Asus ROG Ally X, especially with its Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 version. Although even the Ryzen AI 9 365 variant can give last-gen models a run for their money, delivering performance watt-for-watt that’s hard to ignore. We’ll delve into the specifics shortly.

For now, let’s talk about what’s on offer. There are six configurations for the OneXFly F1 Pro available during the presale. Two of these feature the Ryzen AI 9 365, differing only in storage (1TB or 2TB), starting at $1,099. Meanwhile, the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 models start at $1,339 and range from 1TB to 4TB of storage with RAM options between 32GB and 64GB.

Here’s a quick glance at the specifications:
– The Ryzen AI 9 365 version boasts 10 Zen 5 cores and 20 threads, coupled with Radeon 880M graphics.
– On the other hand, the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 sports 12 Zen 5 cores and 24 threads, alongside Radeon 890M graphics.
– Both models are equipped with a 7-inch, 1080p OLED display capable of a 144Hz refresh rate, pushing out up to 800 nits of brightness and covering 112% of the DCI-P3 gamut.
– When it comes to connectivity, they share identical I/O options, including USB4, USB3, a 3.5mm audio jack, and a MicroSD slot.

The OneXFly F1 Pro’s specs are built to not only tackle the next generation of gaming demands but also offer a display experience that outshines many competitors. While the Steam Deck OLED can hit 1000 nits, it’s limited by a 90Hz, 1280×800 resolution. OneXPlayer makes trade-offs that might cater to demanding titles better, leveraging resolution scaling and improved FSR support to enhance gameplay, whether you’re on Windows or Linux.

While detailed benchmarks are mainly published by OneXPlayer currently, they align well with the expected performance based on the specs. Notably, the Ryzen AI 9 365 successfully surpasses older models not only in performance but with the Radeon 880M iGPU showing marked improvement thanks to the RDNA 3.5 architecture.

In terms of real-world performance, the OneXFly F1 Pro is making headlines, especially when compared with the Asus ROG Ally X. Results from games like Cyberpunk 2077 and Black Myth: Wukong show the OneXFly F1 Pro excelling in low settings, outperforming its peers in several wattage tests across the board.

There is room for more advancements, though. For instance, the lack of support for external GPUs like OCuLink limits the potential of using the OneXFly F1 Pro as a powerhouse when docked. The USB4 ports are a convenience but aren’t quite fast enough to provide the seamless external GPU gaming experience one might expect from a top-tier device.

When considering whether to invest in the OneXFly F1 Pro, you’ll face some decisions. Starting at $1,099 or $1,399 depending on the model, are the performance boosts worth the extra cost over the Asus ROG Ally X, which begins at just $799? Or even compared to the Steam Deck OLED, priced at $549? If your focus is on peak handheld PC performance and you can justify the price for those diminishing frame-per-dollar returns, then jumping on the presale might be wise.

For others, patience might be a better strategy. Waiting for additional reviews or competitive releases could yield more options. Keep in mind, however, that prices will rise after the presale period ends.