MSI’s Claw A8 sits in the same handheld PC gaming space as the ASUS ROG Ally and Lenovo Legion Go, aiming to deliver full-fat Windows gaming in a portable form. This one is refurbished in Excellent Condition, which typically means it’s been fully tested, works as intended, and should show only light cosmetic wear (if any) compared with a brand-new unit.

Who is this for?

If you want to play your existing PC libraries on the sofa, on the commute, or docked at a desk, the Claw A8 makes sense. The Ryzen Z2 Extreme platform is pitched at higher-end handheld performance, so it’s better suited to modern AAA games than entry-level handhelds, though you’ll still be balancing settings and battery life like any Windows handheld. A 1TB SSD is useful if you rotate big installs regularly, avoiding constant uninstalling and re-downloading.

• Ryzen Z2 Extreme for more headroom in demanding games and smoother frame pacing
• 1TB SSD to keep several large titles installed at once