The Claw is MSI’s first foray into handheld PCs, and while they shot for the moon, their aim was more than a little off. Let’s take a look at the good, bad, and ugly of this device and demonstrate why it can’t compete with other handhelds on the market — even against those that are significantly cheaper.

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MSI Claw impressions video: https://youtu.be/kI7rdFBfQHE
MSI Claw emulation showcase: https://youtu.be/VJI5DHBIvuA

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Timestamps:
00:00 introduction
02:09 how we got here
03:20 things I’ve learned about the Claw
06:14 the good things
10:31 the bad things
17:51 the ugly things
23:14 comparison with Deck and Ally
31:59 PC gaming and value summary
33:24 summary and conclusion

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