OneXFly Apex Strix Halo handheld gaming PC to sell for $1399 and up during crowdfunding

The OneXFly Apex is one of only a few handheld gaming PCs to offer discrete-class integrated graphics thanks to an AMD Strix Halo processor. First introduced earlier this fall, the handheld launched in China recently for around $1200 and up. Now the company behind the handheld is preparing for a global launch.

One Netbook plans to launch a crowdfunding campaign for the OneXFly Apex on November 9th with reward levels ranging from $1399 to $2299 depending on the configuration.

The starting price is for a model with an AMD Ryzen AI Max 385 processor featuring an 8-core, 16-thread CPU and 32-core RDNA 3.5 graphics. This model also has 32GB of RAM and 1TB of storage.

Backers who want a higher-performance system can opt for models with a Ryzen AI Max+ 395 chip featuring a 12-core, 24-thread CPU and 40-core graphics. One Netbook will offer models with up to 128GB of RAM and 2TB of storage. And folks willing to pay $60 more can also opt for a liquid cooling system that attaches to the back of the device to provide enhanced extra heat dissipation for better sustained gaming performance.

It’s a little unclear to me whether the “Liquid Cooled version” actually comes with a liquid cooling module or if this is just a version of the handheld that’s compatible with that module, which is available separately for $199 as an optional accessory.

Whether you opt for liquid cooling or not, the handheld has dual 5400 RPM fans and 4 copper heat pipes inside.

And all models of the handheld feature an 8 inch, 1920 x 1200 pixel, 120 Hz IPS LCD display with up to 500 nits brightness, LPDDR5x-8000 quad-channel memory, and an M.2 2280 slot for a user-replaceable PCIe 4.0 x4 SSD.

The system is powered by an 85 Wh external battery module. Backers can pick up a spare module for $79 and swap out batteries on the go. There’s also an optional $39 battery dock accessory that lets you charge a battery when it’s not plugged into the handheld and a $19 battery extension cable for folks that’d prefer to keep the battery pack in a bag or pocket rather than attached to the back of the handheld.

Other features include stereo speakers, support for WiFi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2, RGB backlit analog sticks, and a set of ports that includes:

• 1 x USB4 Type-C
• 1 x USB 3.2 Type-C
• 1 x USB 3.2 Type-A
• 1 x mini SSD card reader
• 1 x microSD card reader
• 1 x 3.5mm audio

The handheld measures 290 x 124 x 23mm (11.4″ x 4.9″ x 0.9″) and weighs 699 grams (1.54 pounds), not counting the battery, which adds another 380 grams (13.4 ounces), bringing the total weight to 1079 grams ( 2.38 pounds).

While that makes for a pretty heavy handheld, there’s also a kickstand built into the battery pack, allowing you to prop up the OneXfly Apex on a table or other surface for additional support.

via One Netbook (Discord)