Ayaneo has unveiled its latest flagship, the Ayaneo 3 gamers, in the market for a high-end portable PC. Ayaneo may not have the same recognition as the Big Three. It is known for painting premium Android and Windows handhelds, and Ayaneo’s latest creation delivers the promise of modular customization, top specs, and features that could revolutionize portable gaming.
What is New with the Ayaneo 3?
Modular Controls for a Custom Experience
The most significant selling point of the Ayaneo 3 is its modular control system, which is a first in the portable gaming circuit. Players can swap or rotate input modules to suit their preferences:
- Replace a four–button and D-pad module with a six-button layout for fighting games.
- Joystick placement to suit PlayStation or Xbox-style controls.
- There are six input modules to select from to create a personalized setup.
Hall effect joysticks and triggers 4ms latency Hall effect joysticks and triggers with 4ms of latency ensure response and precision in gaming. The triggers feature two modes:
- Linear mode: Offers 7.5mm travel for precise input.
- Tactile mode: Suitable for fast-paced FPS games, reduces travel to 3mm.
Powerful Hardware Options
The Ayaneo 3 does not look good it packs serious power under the hood, with options to suit a range of needs:
Processor Options
AMD Ryzen 7 8840U:
- 8 cores, 16 threads, 3.3GHz base clock.
- Integrated NPU with 16TOPS.
- Most configurations besides the 4TB model.
AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370:
- 12 cores, 24 threads, 2GHz base clock.
- NPU with a blazing 50TOPS.
- It is applicable for servers with 32GB RAM or more.
Display Choices
- 7-inch LCD: 120Hz/60Hz refresh rate, 500 nits brightness.
- 7-inch OLED: 144Hz/120Hz/90Hz/60Hz refresh rate, 800 nits brightness.
Battery and Cooling
- 49Wh battery: Charging up to 65W supporting bypass charging.
- Enhanced cooling: The copper and heat fins combined as more than 30 000mm² and a big fan.
Storage and Ports
- Storage: Upgradeable M.2 2280 SSD on PCIe 4.0. Configurations range from 512GB to 4TB.
- Connectivity:
- USB4 × 2 (40Gbps with DisplayPort).
- microSD 4.0 (>300MB/s).
- OCuLink port (64Gbps) for external GPUs.
Pricing and Availability
The Ayaneo 3 is now available to pre-order on Indiegogo for $699 for the base model and up to $1,799 for the top tier.
Pricing Highlights
| Early Price | Regular Price | CPU | RAM | Storage | Colors | Modules |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $699 | $899 | 8840U | 16GB | 512GB | Black | No |
| $1,799 | $2,099 | AI 9 | 64GB | 4TB | Retro Power | Yes |
Additional costs:
- Full input module set: $100.
- Storage case: $33.
While all items are in stock, not all colors are available for every SKU: Starry Black, Sky White, and Retro Power.
How Does It Compare?
Ayaneo 3 joins a crowded field of premium handheld gaming PCs, the Legion Go and ROG Ally X. Under a $1,000 device offering similar specs, Ayaneo’s modular control of premium configurations separates from these devices. Ayaneo provides a unique proposition, obviously a bit pricier, and will suit those looking for a more customizable and top-notch performance for those who will be constantly pushing their device.
Final Words
A bold step forward in portable gaming, complete with the Ayaneo 3 hardware that delivers the best specs to date and unique and massive customization options. Its premium pricing may reduce who it can appeal to. It has a ton of cool modular controls and killer internals in the horse to make it a powerful contender as a handheld that fills the middle ground between portability and PC performance.
The Ayaneo 3 is ready to prepare you for the future of portable gaming.
Ethan Cole is a tech aficionado dedicated to exploring the latest innovations and gadgets, providing reviews and insights to keep you updated in the tech world.
