AYANEO 3 Handheld Launches with Modular Design and High-End Specs

The AYANEO 3, a crowdfunded gaming handheld, features customizable controls, OLED or IPS display options, and AMD's latest processors, with configurations starting at $699.

• The AYANEO 3 is marketed as the world's first modular handheld gaming device, allowing users to swap joystick and button layouts for personalized control configurations.
• It offers two display options: a 144Hz OLED screen with 800 nits brightness and HDR support or a 120Hz IPS screen with 500 nits brightness and 7ms response time.
• Powered by AMD processors, users can choose between the Ryzen 7 8840U or the high-performance Ryzen AI 9 HX 370, with RAM options up to 64GB and storage up to 4TB.
• Pricing starts at $699 for base models, while premium configurations with advanced features can cost up to $2,099, with discounts available during the crowdfunding campaign.
• The device includes advanced connectivity options like dual USB4 ports, OcuLink for external GPUs, and customizable controller modules, but concerns remain about battery life and the complexity of its motorized module ejection system.

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