Handheld gaming PCs and hybrids ranked — Steam Deck, ROG Ally, Switch 2, and the best portables to play anywhere.
“Asus + Xbox's powerhouse Windows handheld — Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme, native Game Pass, an Xbox full-screen UI.”
15% Strong
of 247 votes
“Valve's handheld with a stunning 7.4" HDR OLED screen — the smartest handheld buy for most players at $789.”
21% Strong
of 247 votes
“Nintendo's hybrid sequel — a 7.9" 1080p/120Hz screen, big power jump, and the only home for first-party Nintendo.”
18% Strong
of 247 votes
“A premium 8.8" OLED 144Hz Windows handheld with detachable controllers — the most lavish portable PC.”
10% Solid
of 247 votes
“The 2024 Windows handheld with an 80Wh battery and 24GB RAM — strong performance and all-day endurance.”
11% Solid
of 247 votes
“Valve discontinued the new LCD Steam Deck in late 2025 — it's now refurbished/used-market only, with the OLED the cheapest new way into SteamOS. Still a capable budget gateway to your whole Steam library.”
9% Solid
of 247 votes
“An Intel Lunar Lake-powered 8" Windows handheld with a big 80Wh battery — Intel's value option now that the pricier Arc G3 Extreme Claw 8 EX sits above it.”
7% Niche
of 247 votes
“A more affordable Legion Go with an 8" 120Hz screen, available in SteamOS or Windows flavors.”
9% Solid
of 247 votes
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