March 28, 2024, long-awaitedPortable gaming PC “Claw A1M” serieshas been released. MSI has finally entered the portable gaming PC market, which is currently experiencing a movement in the gaming industry.
The “Claw A1M” series uses “Intel” for the CPU.® Equipped with a Core Ultra processor, it is a high-spec device that achieves high processing performance and long-time operation with a built-in large-capacity 53Whr battery. Here, we will introduce the “Claw A1M” series with cosplayer “Suzura” who is dressed as MSI notebook PC image character/official VTuber “Mei Mihoshi”!
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Suzura is a cosplayer who has 315,000 followers on X (formerly Twitter) and is currently being featured in various media. His popularity is not limited to just his visuals, but also to his unique background, in which he turned from a civil servant to a layered career.
We asked Suzura, who pursues “what she likes'' without being bound by preconceptions due to her love for cosplay, to tell us about the appeal of the “Claw A1M,'' which supports a new lifestyle for gamers.
“Claw A1M” series official website
◆The “Claw A1M” series has a “brush-up charm”.Gamers' lifestyles are becoming more free-form
Suzura appeared dressed as MSI laptop image character “Mei Bisei”. The high-spec portable gaming PC “Claw A1M” fits in his hands.
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First, let's check out the device specifications and operability, which are important for gamers, with Suzura.
The “Claw A1M” series is based on a chic black color, which gives a cool impression with its simple appearance. The arrangement of ABXY buttons etc. is the same format as the Xbox controller. These buttons and sticks have a lighting function that allows them to emit light, allowing you to assert your presence as a gaming device.
Of course, the “Claw A1M” series is a “portable gaming PC”, so one of its uses is to carry it around for tasks other than gaming.
The carrying case is also based on black, and the MSI logo on it has a mechanism that changes its color depending on how the light reflects, making it fun to carry even though it is heavy. The back side has also been considered from both the design and operability aspects, and the large air intake vent on the back and the MSI logo in the center will tickle the gamer's heart.
It's also worth mentioning that the macro buttons are perfectly positioned to make them easy to press and difficult to press by mistake. The Claw A1M is designed based on ergonomics, so when you actually hold it, you'll notice that your finger is naturally misplaced from the macro button. The grip is excellent, and it fits naturally in the palm of your hand. The weight is 675g, so it's a good thing that it doesn't mean it's heavier in exchange for performance.
In terms of the UI, you can not only manage your own games with “MSI Center M”, which is tailored for portable gaming PCs, but also be able to launch games for smartphones with “MSI App Player”, which will appeal to gamers. It's nice to be able to play smartphone games without having to install separate software!
Suzura also lay down in her “Mei Bisei” costume and played “Claw A1M”. Suzura relaxes and plays in her own comfortable position. The large capacity 53Whr battery is also reliable, so you can relax and immerse yourself in the game!
◆ “Genshin” play by Suzura!Check out the feeling of playing “Claw A1M” with the female protagonist “Hotaru” costume
Next, we had Suzura play Genshin on the Claw A1M. Here, the “play style” of dressing up as the female protagonist “Hotaru” has been realized!
This time, we asked them to play the PC version of Genshin. Even the romantic “Genshin” play, where “Firefly” controls “Firefly”, is extremely smooth on “Claw A1M”. “Claw A1M” has “Intel” on the CPU.® Core Ultra processor” and a 7-inch “smooth display (120Hz)” to achieve a high level of “power and visuals as a portable gaming PC.”
Operability feels like playing with a high-quality controllerIt is also worth noting. The ergonomic button layout and shape mentioned above can be fully utilized during gameplay. There are gender and racial differences, but at least the buttons were arranged so that they were easy to operate even with the palm of a Japanese person.
Now, one thing to be concerned about when it comes to portable gaming PCs is “how much heat does the device get?” It is inevitable that you will feel warm to some extent while playing a game, but if you get so hot that you become anxious, the game will not progress. Regarding that point, even though I was immersed in playing Genshin for a while, I never felt “troubled by the fever.''
With an internal structure specialized for cooling, including two fans, multiple heat pipes, and a “Hyperflow strong cooler,” it approaches “device thermal management,” which can be said to be a challenge for portable gaming PCs. Claw A1M”.
Air is sucked in through the large intake port on the back, and heat is released from the top of the main unit, so you won't feel any trouble while playing. As a gamer, I'm genuinely happy that there are few scenes where you feel the heat even when you hold it in your hand.
The quietness of the fan is also noteworthy, and the sound made possible by the sound utility “Nahimic” is not drowned out by the sound of the fan, allowing you to experience high-quality BGM and voices. The audio output terminal is Hi-Res compatible, so by using Hi-Res compatible headphones or earphones, you can enjoy a more immersive gaming world.
Playing “Genshin” with “Claw A1M” is very comfortable. You should be able to fully enjoy the land of Teiwat, which has expanded greatly over the past three and a half years!
◆The “Claw A1M” series is not only for games!Can also be used as a sub-PC to support a variety of desk environments.
The “Claw A1M” series is a “portable gaming PC”, but it does not demonstrate its true value only by playing games. As a “PC that is even more portable than a notebook PC,'' it can of course be connected to an external monitor using the Thunderbolt 4 Type-C port or a third-party docking station, making it an “easy-to-carry device for on-the-go''. You can also use
Of course“Specs that are comparable to those of a PC”So, if you go outside with a keyboard, you can not only create documents but also do some video editing. Nowadays, there are services that allow you to use a PC including a monitor not only in the office but also in the city, so you should be able to connect just that monitor to the “Claw A1M” series.
Of course, you can use this expandability to set up your desk environment with a gaming mouse, keyboard, monitor, etc., and you can also connect it to a TV depending on your mood.
When you hear a portable gaming PC, you get the impression that it's a device for playing PC games outside, but the true value of the Claw A1M series is its versatility.The ability to customize the usage based on the gamer's imagination is exactly the freedom that the PC game genre has inherited, and is a strength.
The model Suzura used this time is “Claw-A1M-002JP,” which is one of the variations of “Claw A1M.” Check out the detailed specs below. Whether you want it purely as a game console or are thinking of using it as a sub-PC, please check out the details.
Display: 7 inches / Full HD (1,920 x 1,080) / Glare / 120Hz / Finger touch compatible
CPU: Intel® Core Ultra 7 Processor 155H
Memory: 16GB LPDDR5
GPU: Intel® Arc graphics
SSD: 1TB
Memory card reader: microSD card reader
I/O port: Thunderbolt 4 Type-C (USB PD compatible) x 1 / audio combo jack
Battery: Lithium ion (53Whr)
Battery life: Up to 7 hours (JEITA 3.0 when playing video) / Up to 8 hours (JEITA 3.0 when idle)
Body size: 294 x 117 x 21.2mm
Body mass: 675g
The “Claw A1M” series is currently on sale. At the time of writing, “Claw-A1M-002JP” is on sale at MSI store for 139,800 yen (tax included) and “Claw-A1M-003JP” is 99,799 yen (tax included) (as of May 2nd). The MSI Store also sells sets that come with pouches that are convenient to carry, so why not check them out as well?
“Claw A1M” series official website
