OneXPlayer and AYANEO unveiled their latest Android gaming devices at the Game Developers Conference (GDC) in San Francisco. These handhelds, powered by the Snapdragon G3 Gen 3 chipset, bring fresh designs and high-performance gaming experiences.
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AYANEO Pocket S2, Gaming Pad & OneXPlayer ONEXSUGAR Unveiled With Snapdragon G3 Gen 3
OneXPlayer has launched its ONEXSUGAR, which is a dual-screen Android gaming handheld. It features a 6.01-inch main display, and at the back it has a smaller 3.92-inch secondary screen that folds out like a Nintendo 3DS, allowing players to play with one or two screens. It runs on the Snapdragon G3 Gen 3, featuring an 8-core Kryo CPU, an Adreno A32 GPU with ray tracing support, and Wi-Fi 7 through FastConnect 7800. Specializing in Android, cloud, and retro gaming, the device features detachable controllers, allowing users to play more flexibly. Pre-orders start in May 2025 on Indiegogo, and early sign-ups get 30 percent off. Pricing will be announced at a later time.
AYANEO unveiled its first Android gaming pad, which like the others also runs on the Snapdragon G3 Gen 3. It promises a 30% CPU boost and a 28% GPU bump over previous AYANEO devices while also improving energy efficiency. The game console boasts a 120Hz 8.3-inch 1440P LCD screen. Its back is transparent glass; the frame is all-metal CNC: Explorer Edition. A big battery allows for lengthy gaming sessions and a turbo cooling system keeps things consistent. A 5MP front camera, a 50MP rear camera, a 13MP ultra-wide lens, a six-axis gyroscope, and quad speakers are also onboard. Versatility is enhanced by Wi-Fi 7 and controller, keyboard, and mouse compatibility.
The AYANEO Pocket S2, another Snapdragon G3 Gen 3-powered handheld, features a 6.3-inch 1440P IPS display with vibrant colors. It offers the same 30% CPU and 28% GPU performance improvements, along with ray tracing and Snapdragon Game Super Resolution. A large battery, fast charging, and an advanced cooling system ensure sustained gaming performance. The ergonomic CNC all-metal frame, curved design, and upgraded Hall-effect joysticks and triggers enhance control. AYASpace + AYAHome software streamlines game management. The ONEXSUGAR and AYANEO Gaming Pad are expected to launch in May 2025, while the AYANEO Pocket S2 will be available later this March.
