Exciting times are ahead for gaming enthusiasts with the upcoming release of new high-end PC handhelds. OneXPlayer has opened up the presale window for its OneXFly F1 Pro, the world’s pioneering AMD Ryzen AI 300-based handheld gaming PC, available until the end of November on their official store.
The OneXFly F1 Pro is poised to rival devices like Asus ROG Ally X, especially with its Ryzen Z1 Extreme/Ryzen 7 8840U models. Notably, the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 variant stands out. Even the Ryzen AI 9 365 version manages to outperform its predecessor, holding its ground impressively in terms of efficiency.
Interested buyers will find six configurations during the presale, but only two processor choices: Ryzen AI 9 365 and Ryzen AI 9 HX 370. The Ryzen AI 9 365 models vary only by storage options—either 1 TB or 2 TB—starting at $1,099. Meanwhile, the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 versions range from 1 TB to 4 TB storage, with RAM options of 32 GB or 64 GB, beginning at $1,339.
Specifications Overview:
- Ryzen AI 9 365 Model: Features 10 Zen 5 cores, 20 threads, Radeon 880M Graphics with 12 RDNA 3.5 Compute Units, and a 32 GB LPDDR5X RAM at 7500 MT/s. Storage options are 1 TB or 2 TB with NVMe 4.0.
- Ryzen AI HX 370 Model: Offers 12 Zen 5 cores, 24 threads, and Radeon 890M Graphics with 16 RDNA 3.5 Compute Units. It comes with either 32 GB or 64 GB RAM and storage flexibility, ranging from 1 TB to 4 TB.
Both models boast a 7-inch OLED display with 1080p resolution at 144 Hz, rated for 800 nits of brightness, ideal for HDR and high-contrast visuals. Compared to the Steam Deck OLED, which hits 1000 nits but only at 90 Hz with a lower resolution of 1280 x 800, OneXPlayer’s device offers a compelling trade-off that enhances certain titles. With improved FSR support, especially on Windows and Linux, the resolution scaling truly elevates the gaming experience.
Detailed benchmarks are primarily coming directly from OneXPlayer, but they line up with expectations based on the device’s specifications. The Ryzen AI 9 365 model, in particular, shines by consistently outperforming older models watt-for-watt. The Radeon 880M iGPU boasts the same number of compute units as the previous-gen Radeon 780M, showing notable advancements from RDNA 3 to RDNA 3.5.
Benchmark Comparisons:
- At 15 Watts: The OneXFly F1 Pro delivers an average of 43 FPS in Cyberpunk 2077 on low settings versus 35 FPS on the Asus ROG Ally X.
- At 20 Watts: It achieves 54 FPS in Cyberpunk, outperforming Ally X’s 48 FPS.
- At 25 Watts: OneXFly reaches 58 FPS in Cyberpunk compared to the Ally X’s 51 FPS.
Given these robust display and performance metrics, the OneXFly F1 Pro stands as a serious contender in the handheld PC space, especially until similarly specced competitors emerge. However, it lacks certain high-end features like OCuLink or full eGPU support—a limitation for those hoping for an external GPU gaming setup, despite the inclusion of USB4 ports.
Pricing for the presale OneXFly F1 Pro starts at $1,099 or $1,399, depending on the CPU. It’s worth pondering whether these performance enhancements justify the cost compared to the $799 starting price of the Asus ROG Ally X, or even the Steam Deck OLED, starting at $549. Ultimately, if you’re seeking top-notch handheld performance and are comfortable with spending for diminishing frame rate increases, securing a OneXFly F1 Pro might make sense. For those on the fence, waiting for more reviews or competitive offerings could be a wise move. Keep in mind that prices for these models will rise once the presale ends.
