MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ CG3EM - Recensies en specificaties
Pro
+ Krachtige Arc G3 Extreme
+ Snel 120 Hz IPS-scherm
+ Grote batterij van 80 Wh
+ Moderne USB4-aansluitingen
+ Ondersteuning voor Wi-Fi 7
Contra
- Zeer hoge prijs
- Zwaar om in de hand te houden
- Reflecties op het glanzende scherm
- Alleen ingebouwd geheugen
- De meningen blijven verdeeld
De MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ CG3EM is een hoogwaardige Windows 11-gaminghandheld uit de Claw-serie van MSI. Het apparaat maakt gebruik van de Arc G3 Extreme-processor van Intel met een 14-core Panther Lake-ontwerp en een Arc B390 iGPU, waardoor het tot de snelste handhelds behoort die zijn getest. Verschillende media benadrukken dat de prestaties krachtig genoeg zijn voor veeleisende games, waaronder gameplay in 1200p met XeSS in titels als Hogwarts Legacy en Battlefield 6. Het apparaat beschikt over 32 GB LPDDR5x-geheugen, een SSD van 1 TB, een 8-inch IPS-scherm met een resolutie van 1920 x 1200 bij 120 Hz, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, USB4 en Thunderbolt 4. De 80 Wh-batterij en de uitgebreide connectiviteit zijn opvallende sterke punten, hoewel het gewicht van 786 g en het glanzende scherm de draagbaarheid en het gebruikscomfort mogelijk beperken. Met een totale beoordeling van ongeveer 77,7% en een prijs van € 1.649 beschouwen recensenten het apparaat als krachtig en ambitieus, maar voor veel kopers te duur.
Laptopspecificaties
MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ CG3EM (Claw Serie)
Processor
Intel Arc G3 Extreme 14c/14t, 2 x 4.7 GHz Intel Cougar Cove P-Core, 8 x 3.4 GHz Intel Darkmont E-Core, 4 x 3.1 GHz Intel Darkmont LP E-Core, 37 W PL2 / Short Burst, 25 W PL1 / Sustained, Panther Lake
Grafische kaart
Intel Arc B390 12 Xe3 Panther Lake iGPU, Core: 2300 MHz, 32.0.101.8826
Geheugen
32 GB
, LPDDR5x-8533, Dual-Channel, onboard
Beeldscherm
8.00 inch 16:10, 1920 x 1200 pixel 283 PPI, capacitiveIPS, PN8007QB1-2, glimmend: ja, 120 Hz, Adaptive Sync
Moederbord
Intel Panther Lake-H PCH
Opslag
Micron 2500 1TB MTFDKBA1T0QGN, 1024 GB
Geluidskaart
Intel Panther Lake-H PCH - High Definition Audio - AVS (Audio, Voice, Speech)
Verbindingen
2 USB4 40 Gbps, 2 Thunderbolt 4, USB-C Power Delivery (PD), 2 DisplayPort, 1 Docking Station Port, Audio Verbindingen: 3.5 mm stereo, Card Reader: microSD Express, 1 Vingerafdruklezer
Netwerkmogelijkheden
Intel Wi-Fi 7 BE213 160MHz ( be = Wi-Fi 7), Bluetooth 6
Afmetingen
hoogte x breedte x diepte (in mm): 48 x 321 x 130
Batterij
80 Wh
Besturingssysteem
Microsoft Windows 11 Home
Bijkomende functionaliteiten
Luidsprekers: Stereo, 65W PSU, MSI Center M, 24 Maanden Garantie
Gewicht
786 g, Voeding: 339 g
Prijs
1649 Euro
Price comparison
Gemiddelde Score:
Gemiddelde van 9 score (van 18 beoordelingen)
Gemiddelde van 9 score (van 18 beoordelingen)
prijs: 65%, prestatie: 86%, functionaliteiten: 71%, beeldscherm: 77% mobiliteit: 88%, afwerking: 79%, ergonomie: 92%, emissies: 81%
Testrapporten voor de MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ CG3EM
De Intel Arc G3 Extreme zorgt voor een doorbraak op het gebied van handheld-gaming – MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ Review | Notebookcheck
De Claw 8 EX AI+ van MSI is het eerste apparaat met Intel’s eerste speciale SoC voor handhelds, de Arc G3 Extreme, die is uitgerust met de krachtige Arc B390 iGPU. Het resultaat is een geheel nieuw prestatieniveau, waarmee de speciale Z2 Extreme-chip voor handhelds van AMD met gemak wordt overtroffen.
De Claw 8 EX AI+ van MSI is het eerste apparaat met Intel’s eerste speciale SoC voor handhelds, de Arc G3 Extreme, die is uitgerust met de krachtige Arc B390 iGPU. Het resultaat is een geheel nieuw prestatieniveau, waarmee de speciale Z2 Extreme-chip voor handhelds van AMD met gemak wordt overtroffen.
My Favourite Gaming Handheld Console of 2026! | MSI Claw 8 Ex AI+ Review
Bron: Tech Spurt
Reviewing the MSI Claw 8 Ex AI+ using the Intel Arc G3 Extreme, one of the best handheld gaming devices of 2026 so far. This handheld console review dives into my favourite features and the gaming performance, plus battery life and beyond. The MSI Claw 8 Ex AI+ may be great and all, but it's also one of the most expensive mobile game consoles around.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 12-07-2026
Bron: Tech Spurt
Reviewing the MSI Claw 8 Ex AI+ using the Intel Arc G3 Extreme, one of the best handheld gaming devices of 2026 so far. This handheld console review dives into my favourite features and the gaming performance, plus battery life and beyond. The MSI Claw 8 Ex AI+ may be great and all, but it's also one of the most expensive mobile game consoles around.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 12-07-2026
MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ CG3EM Review - Panther Lake FTW
Bron: Tech PowerUP EN→NL
The MSI Claw 8 EX has performance to spare, it performs great from 8 W all the way up to 35 W (although there are hardly any gains going from 30 W to 35 W), it's extremely comfortable, has an excellent 8-inch screen, quality speakers, great controls (some will not like the slightly looser thumbsticks, though), excellent battery life, two Thunderbolt 4 ports, capable cooling (if a bit too aggressive), access to ML-based XeSS upscaling and frame generation, and GPU driver updates handled by Intel in a timely fashion.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 30-06-2026
Bron: Tech PowerUP
EN→NLThe MSI Claw 8 EX has performance to spare, it performs great from 8 W all the way up to 35 W (although there are hardly any gains going from 30 W to 35 W), it's extremely comfortable, has an excellent 8-inch screen, quality speakers, great controls (some will not like the slightly looser thumbsticks, though), excellent battery life, two Thunderbolt 4 ports, capable cooling (if a bit too aggressive), access to ML-based XeSS upscaling and frame generation, and GPU driver updates handled by Intel in a timely fashion.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 30-06-2026
MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ Review
Bron: IGN EN→NL
Just like with the Steam Machine, the MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ has come out at an unfortunate time. I’m not sure how much this handheld would have been before memory prices skyrocketed, but at $1799, it’s hard to recommend to most people.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer kort, Datum: 26-06-2026
Bron: IGN
EN→NLJust like with the Steam Machine, the MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ has come out at an unfortunate time. I’m not sure how much this handheld would have been before memory prices skyrocketed, but at $1799, it’s hard to recommend to most people.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer kort, Datum: 26-06-2026
MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ review: this next-gen gaming handheld is a game changer
Bron: The Shortcut EN→NL
The MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ is the most powerful gaming handheld in the world, and it’s all thanks to Intel’s new Arc G3 Extreme processor. This new chip allows this gaming handheld to completely leapfrog every past gaming handheld, delivering far higher fps, letting you play more games on the go, and with higher-quality settings.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Kort, Datum: 24-06-2026
Beoordeling: Totale score: 90%
Bron: The Shortcut
EN→NLThe MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ is the most powerful gaming handheld in the world, and it’s all thanks to Intel’s new Arc G3 Extreme processor. This new chip allows this gaming handheld to completely leapfrog every past gaming handheld, delivering far higher fps, letting you play more games on the go, and with higher-quality settings.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Kort, Datum: 24-06-2026
Beoordeling: Totale score: 90%
MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ Review: The Best Handheld PC, but You’ll Have to Pay for It
Bron: Gizmodo EN→NL
What do you actually want your gaming handheld to do for you? If you told me, “Play Nintendo games,” go buy a Switch 2. If next on your checklist is “Give me the best mix of performance and efficiency in something I can take on a plane,” then there’s only one answer now.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 24-06-2026
Beoordeling: Totale score: 80%
Bron: Gizmodo
EN→NLWhat do you actually want your gaming handheld to do for you? If you told me, “Play Nintendo games,” go buy a Switch 2. If next on your checklist is “Give me the best mix of performance and efficiency in something I can take on a plane,” then there’s only one answer now.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 24-06-2026
Beoordeling: Totale score: 80%
MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ Review: Arc G3 Extreme Takes The Handheld Crown
Bron: Hot Hardware EN→NL
There are basically three tiers of gaming handhelds. On the bottom you have low-cost devices, often based on Arm processors running Android, and at the top tier you have luxurious devices with Ryzen AI Max+ processors and exotic features. We wish it didn't command such a high premium, but there are certainly some of you out there for whom an $1800 purchase for a device like the MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ isn't an issue.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 23-06-2026
Bron: Hot Hardware
EN→NLThere are basically three tiers of gaming handhelds. On the bottom you have low-cost devices, often based on Arm processors running Android, and at the top tier you have luxurious devices with Ryzen AI Max+ processors and exotic features. We wish it didn't command such a high premium, but there are certainly some of you out there for whom an $1800 purchase for a device like the MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ isn't an issue.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 23-06-2026
MSI Claw 8 EX AI Plus Handheld Fires Up Your Windows Gaming
Bron: CNet EN→NL
There are three intertwined stories in the MSI Claw 8 EX AI Plus: one about a solid, smartly redesigned Windows gaming handheld; one about the new Intel Arc G3 Extreme processor, which drives it to class-leading performance; and a sadly oft-repeated one about how the Windows implementation still makes me bonkers.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Kort, Datum: 23-06-2026
Beoordeling: Totale score: 81%
Bron: CNet
EN→NLThere are three intertwined stories in the MSI Claw 8 EX AI Plus: one about a solid, smartly redesigned Windows gaming handheld; one about the new Intel Arc G3 Extreme processor, which drives it to class-leading performance; and a sadly oft-repeated one about how the Windows implementation still makes me bonkers.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Kort, Datum: 23-06-2026
Beoordeling: Totale score: 81%
MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ review: Unlimited power (and budget)
Bron: Gadgetguy EN→NL
Everything about the MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ is great, except for the price. $2,749 is a lot of money. It’s more than I paid for my MacBook Air that I use every day. You could buy nearly four Nintendo Switch 2s, three PS5s, or a Steam Machine with that kind of money, and have some change left over.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 23-06-2026
Beoordeling: Totale score: 80% prijs: 65% prestatie: 90% afwerking: 85%
Bron: Gadgetguy
EN→NLEverything about the MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ is great, except for the price. $2,749 is a lot of money. It’s more than I paid for my MacBook Air that I use every day. You could buy nearly four Nintendo Switch 2s, three PS5s, or a Steam Machine with that kind of money, and have some change left over.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 23-06-2026
Beoordeling: Totale score: 80% prijs: 65% prestatie: 90% afwerking: 85%
I played on MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ while traveling around the world, and it is a true next generation gaming handheld with one fatal flaw
Bron: Tom's Guide EN→NL
And that’s the story of the MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ — easily the best PC gaming handheld I’ve ever tested, but I’m conflicted by that price. It’s a tall order at $1,800, but it’s also the generational leap I was hoping for. So really it’s going to come down to that price.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Kort, Datum: 23-06-2026
Beoordeling: Totale score: 80%
Bron: Tom's Guide
EN→NLAnd that’s the story of the MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ — easily the best PC gaming handheld I’ve ever tested, but I’m conflicted by that price. It’s a tall order at $1,800, but it’s also the generational leap I was hoping for. So really it’s going to come down to that price.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Kort, Datum: 23-06-2026
Beoordeling: Totale score: 80%
“This is the gaming handheld we’ve been waiting for” — MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ review of a masterpiece priced for the few
Bron: Windows Central EN→NL
The MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ represents the definitive, high-frame-rate next step for handheld gaming, driven by the generational leap of Intel's Arc G3 Extreme chip, which completely resets our expectations for mobile silicon. MSI has genuinely redeemed itself here, pairing that raw power with a beautifully sloped, Xbox-style flared grip design and drastically upgraded tactile haptics.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 23-06-2026
Beoordeling: Totale score: 90%
Bron: Windows Central
EN→NLThe MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ represents the definitive, high-frame-rate next step for handheld gaming, driven by the generational leap of Intel's Arc G3 Extreme chip, which completely resets our expectations for mobile silicon. MSI has genuinely redeemed itself here, pairing that raw power with a beautifully sloped, Xbox-style flared grip design and drastically upgraded tactile haptics.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 23-06-2026
Beoordeling: Totale score: 90%
MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ Hands-On: This is the evolution I was waiting for
Bron: 91mobiles EN→NL
Of course, I’ll reserve my final verdict for a full review. A few hours on a crowded Computex show floor can only reveal so much about battery life, sustained thermals, software stability, and long-term performance. But as far as first impressions go, the Claw 8 EX AI+ couldn’t have asked for a better start.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer kort, Datum: 16-06-2026
Bron: 91mobiles
EN→NLOf course, I’ll reserve my final verdict for a full review. A few hours on a crowded Computex show floor can only reveal so much about battery life, sustained thermals, software stability, and long-term performance. But as far as first impressions go, the Claw 8 EX AI+ couldn’t have asked for a better start.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer kort, Datum: 16-06-2026
MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ hands-on review: the most powerful gaming handheld in the world
Bron: The Shortcut EN→NL
The MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ is the most powerful gaming handheld at Computex and possibly the entire world, and it’s all thanks to Intel’s new Arc G3 Extreme processor. I got to test MSI’s new handheld in Taipei, and it’s a beast that can run Hogwarts Legacy at a steady 60 fps with 1200p medium settings and XeSS supersampling set to balanced. It can also handle 60fps Battlefield 6 at 1200p high with XeSS performance mode.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Kort, Datum: 31-05-2026
Bron: The Shortcut
EN→NLThe MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ is the most powerful gaming handheld at Computex and possibly the entire world, and it’s all thanks to Intel’s new Arc G3 Extreme processor. I got to test MSI’s new handheld in Taipei, and it’s a beast that can run Hogwarts Legacy at a steady 60 fps with 1200p medium settings and XeSS supersampling set to balanced. It can also handle 60fps Battlefield 6 at 1200p high with XeSS performance mode.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Kort, Datum: 31-05-2026
MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ Gaming Handheld Review – Intel Disrupts The Handheld Segment With Arc G3
Bron: WCM
DE→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 10-07-2026
Bron: WCM
DE→NLEnkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 10-07-2026
Primeras impresiones de la MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ en el Computex 2026: más ergonómica, mejor refrigerada y con la nueva Intel Arc G3 Extreme
Bron: Profesional Review
ES→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer kort, Datum: 08-06-2026
Bron: Profesional Review
ES→NLEnkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer kort, Datum: 08-06-2026
Test MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ : Intel booste la console portable la plus puissante du marché
Bron: Les Numeriques
FR→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 01-07-2026
Beoordeling: Totale score: 90% prestatie: 90% beeldscherm: 80% mobiliteit: 100% afwerking: 60%
Bron: Les Numeriques
FR→NLEnkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 01-07-2026
Beoordeling: Totale score: 90% prestatie: 90% beeldscherm: 80% mobiliteit: 100% afwerking: 60%
Prise en main MSI Claw EX AI+, un challenger déjà en place
Bron: Journal du Geek FR→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Kort, Datum: 29-06-2026
Bron: Journal du Geek
FR→NLEnkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Kort, Datum: 29-06-2026
J’adore la nouvelle console MSI Claw, mais je ne peux pas la recommander
Bron: Frandroid FR→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 26-06-2026
Beoordeling: Totale score: 70% prestatie: 90% beeldscherm: 70% mobiliteit: 80% afwerking: 80%
Bron: Frandroid
FR→NLEnkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 26-06-2026
Beoordeling: Totale score: 70% prestatie: 90% beeldscherm: 70% mobiliteit: 80% afwerking: 80%
MSI Claw G3 : on a pris en main la console qui mise tout sur Intel pour battre AMD
Bron: Frandroid FR→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer kort, Datum: 06-06-2026
Bron: Frandroid
FR→NLEnkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer kort, Datum: 06-06-2026
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Intel Arc B390 Panther Lake iGPU: Krachtigste iGPU in de Intel Panther Lake SoC-serie met 12 Xe3-kernen.
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Arc G3 Extreme: Een snelle 14-core SoC uit de Panther Lake-serie en krachtige 12-core Xe3 GPU-kernen. Net als bij Lunar Lake levert de ingebouwde NPU 5 46 TOPS en biedt deze nu ondersteuning voor FP8.
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