MSI is launching the MSI Claw handheld device in Australia, and the release date and pricing information are now available.
MSI Claw is the latest handheld to enter the market behind the likes of the Steam Deck, Asus Rog Alley, and Lenovo Legion Go. The device was first announced during CES 2024 in early January, but since then, MSI has been tight-lipped about it until now. Fortunately, this surprise announcement will be exciting to many, and it’s not long before you get your hands on an MSI Claw in Australia.
MSI Claw Release Date & Pricing
The MSI Claw will launch in Australia on March 28, 2024, and preorders for the device are available now at JB Hi-Fi. There are two different versions of the device: The MSI Claw Ultra 5 with a 512GB SSD and Ultra 5 processor will cost AU$1,399, and the Ultra 7 with a 1TB SSD and UItra 7 processor will cost AU$1,599.
If you’re unsure which version to purchase, you can check out the full specification breakdown below.
MSI Claw Full Spec Breakdown
There aren’t too many distinctive changes between the two versions of the MSI Claw. However, here is a full spec breakdown so you can see the differences for yourself.
| Feature | MSI Claw Ultra 5 | MSI Claw Ultra 7 |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Up to Intel® Core™ Ultra 5 processor | Up to Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 processor |
| OS | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Display | 7” FHD (1920×1080), 120Hz, IPS Touchscreen | 7” FHD (1920×1080), 120Hz, IPS Touchscreen |
| AC Adapter | 65W PD adapter | 65W PD adapter |
| Battery | 6-Cell, 53Whr (Two hours of gaming) | 6-Cell, 53Whr (Two hours of gaming) |
| Graphics | Intel® Arc™ Graphics | Intel® Arc™ Graphics |
| Memory | LPDDR5-6400 16GB | LPDDR5-6400 16GB |
| SSD Storage | 512GB | 1TB |
| Audio | 2x 2W Speaker | 2x 2W Speaker |
| Communication | Intel® Killer™ BE Wi-Fi 7 + Bluetooth 5.4 | Intel® Killer™ BE Wi-Fi 7 + Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Audio Jack | 1x Mic-in/Headphone-out Combo Jack | 1x Mic-in/Headphone-out Combo Jack |
| I/O Ports | 1x Type-C (USB/DP/Thunderbolt™ 4) with PD charging | 1x Type-C (USB/DP/Thunderbolt™ 4) with PD charging |
| Security | Fingerprint Security | Fingerprint Security |
| Dimension (WXDXH) | 294 x 117 x 21.2mm | 294 x 117 x 21.2mm |
| Weight (W/ Battery) | 675 g | 675 g |
| Color | Black | Black |
| Price | AU$1,399 | AU$1,599 |
That’s everything you need to know about the MSI Claw specs, release date, and pricing in Australia. Make sure you check out our other tech coverage by visiting the link here.
