It’s everything I want in an Xbox handheld.

It runs Windows. But it’s not stock Windows but an optimized version for gaming. And you have access to Steam, GOG, EGS, itch.io–and of course, Xbox Game Pass.

The Zen 2 Extreme chip is a giant step up in terms of mobile APUs, and offers a 30% gain on the Zen 1 in terms of graphical performance.

Apparently, people who’ve tried it say it feels like an Xbox controller. Which is good. I like the Xbox controller.

Now am I going to buy it?

Unlikely. My household already has two handhelds, and they each fit our needs very well.

But you know what? I’m glad Microsoft is taking the handheld market seriously. Both Nintendo and Valve should feel pressure to perform.

  • lobut@lemmy.caEnglish
    8·
    21 days ago

    Sorry you’re getting downvoted too much. I mean, the joke is that Lemmy is all about Linux so it gonna be bad, but I didn’t think this much :P

    I’m kinda excited too? Kind of?

    Like this isn’t for me. I’m more of a Steam Deck guy.

    If this lives up to the MS Marketing BS, this would be a handheld that I’d buy for a friend or I’d recommend a friend to buy.

    • atomicpoet@lemmy.worldOPEnglish
      52·
      21 days ago

      I’m not motivated by upvotes, so it’s fine.

      And at least the Linux zealots aren’t as insufferable as elsewhere.

  • NGram@lemmy.caEnglish
    3·
    21 days ago

    It’s mostly an iteration on existing handhelds with extra Microsoft changes on top. It’s exciting if you don’t want to leave the comfort of Windows. Unfortunately, it’s just as much of a nightmare for privacy and other ethical reasons as other Windows handhelds. It also seems like it’s going to be power hungry and not aimed at directly competing with the Steam Deck, which is still the industry standard right now. Handhelds need more efficiency, not more performance.

    Also it’s Z2 Extreme, not Zen 2 Extreme. The Steam Deck’s APU is based on Zen 2, the Z2 is based on Zen 5.

  • mintiefresh@lemmy.caEnglish
    2·
    20 days ago

    Competition is good and I hope this device succeeds.

    That said I’m happy with my Steam Deck and Steam OS.

  • Fizz@lemmy.nzEnglish
    1·
    16 days ago

    I’m crossing my fingers and hoping to doesn’t absolutely destroy the competition in benchmarks but i think it might.