With the world of high-end handheld gaming PCs constantly evolving, it’s an exciting time for enthusiasts. Leading the charge is OneXPlayer with their OneXFly F1 Pro, the first handheld gaming PC powered by the AMD Ryzen AI 300 series. If you’re eyeing this sleek device, the presale is now live and lasts until the end of November, according to the OneXPlayer store.
The OneXFly F1 Pro is poised to take on competitors like the Asus ROG Ally X, thanks to its formidable Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 model. Even the Ryzen AI 9 365 version promises a performance leap over the previous generation, matching competitors watt-for-watt. Before we delve deep into the specifics, here’s a quick rundown: The OneXFly F1 Pro offers six configurations, two of which include the Ryzen AI 9 365—the key difference between them lies in storage, available in either 1TB or 2TB, starting at $1,099. The other four configurations boast the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370, ranging from 1TB to a whopping 4TB of storage, paired with 32GB to 64GB of RAM, with prices beginning at $1,339.
When you look at the specifications, the distinction between the two models is clear: The Ryzen AI 9 365 features 4 Zen 5 cores plus 6 Zen 5C cores, while the HX 370 ups the ante with 4 Zen 5 cores and 8 Zen 5C cores. Both pack a 7-inch, 1080p OLED display capable of 144Hz refresh rates and an 800-nit brightness, making them a fit for showcasing HDR content and vibrant scenes. Sure, the Steam Deck OLED can hit 1000 nits, but it maxes out at a 90Hz refresh rate and a lower resolution. However, OneXPlayer seems to have found a sweet spot by prioritizing display quality that benefits gaming at the current resolution.
Now, while OneXPlayer has conducted its own comprehensive benchmarks, the results align with the specs we’ve seen. The OneXFly F1 Pro, particularly the Ryzen AI 9 365 model, manages to outperform its predecessors watt-for-watt. This is largely thanks to the efficient Radeon 880M iGPU, boasting the same compute unit count as the older Radeon 780M but with RDNA 3.5 improvements.
Turning our eyes to performance benchmarks, the OneXFly F1 Pro stands its ground. Running at various watt settings, it delivers solid frames per second for titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and Black Myth: Wukong. Although not all configurations have been tested, the results are promising.
In terms of connectivity, while USB4 ports are handy, they don’t quite offer the power needed for exceptional external GPU performance, unlike more advanced options like OCuLink. So, if you’re thinking of using the OneXFly F1 Pro as a dockable handheld gaming PC, know that it will provide a decent experience, but perhaps not as seamlessly as hoped.
So, does the OneXFly F1 Pro, starting at $1,099, justify its cost compared to rivals like the Asus ROG Ally X at $799 or even the Steam Deck OLED, beginning at $549? It’s a subjective decision. If you’re chasing unparalleled handheld PC performance and can overlook diminishing frames-per-dollar returns, then the presale might just be your golden opportunity.
However, others may benefit from holding out for additional reviews or the emergence of more competitive options, especially since prices will rise post-presale.
