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MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ CG3EM: top performance handheld with near-$2,000 price

The MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ CG3EM delivers class-leading gaming performance and strong battery life thanks to an Intel Arc G3 Extreme (Panther Lake) APU. Launch pricing is close to $2,000, driven by current memory and hardware cost pressures. That high price limits its appeal as a complementary, portable gaming device despite its capabilities.

• Best-in-class performance and battery life
• Uses Intel Arc G3 Extreme (Panther Lake) silicon
• Launch price near $2,000 limits accessibility
• High cost driven by memory and hardware supply issues