Ayaneo's massive Next 2 handheld has a similarly massive price tag

Published: (February 10, 2026 at 11:53 AM EST)
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Source: Engadget

Source: Engadget

Overview

The Ayaneo Next 2 is the latest Windows handheld in Ayaneo’s Next lineup, now available for pre‑order. It pushes the limits of size and price for PC gaming handhelds.

Display & Specifications

  • Screen: 9‑inch OLED, 2,400 × 1,504 resolution, up to 165 Hz refresh rate (adjustable down to 60 Hz).
  • Processor: AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 chip (or the slightly less capable Ryzen AI Max 385 in the entry model).
  • Battery: 115 mAh, the largest among comparable devices.
  • Weight: Approximately 3.14 lb (1,424 g), more than twice the weight of the Xbox ROG Ally X.

For context, the Next 2’s display is over 1.5 inches larger than the Steam Deck OLED’s screen and larger than the Lenovo Legion Go 2’s 8.8‑inch panel.

Inputs

  • Dual touchpads (a feature missing on the ROG Xbox Ally X).
  • Hall‑Effect sticks.
  • 8‑way D‑Pad.
  • Four customizable rear buttons.

Pricing

ConfigurationRAMStorageCPURegular PriceEarly‑Bird Price
Entry level32 GB1 TBRyzen AI Max 385$1,999$1,799
Mid tier64 GB1 TBRyzen AI Max+ 395$2,699$2,299
High end128 GB2 TBRyzen AI Max+ 395$4,299$3,499

Source

This article originally appeared on Engadget: https://www.engadget.com/gaming/pc/the-ayaneo-next-2-is-a-massive-pc-handheld-with-a-price-tag-to-match-165326534.html?src=rss

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