The era of top-tier portable PCs is fast approaching as OneXPlayer unveils the presale phase for its OneXFly F1 Pro, heralded as the first handheld gaming computer equipped with AMD’s Ryzen AI 300 technology. You can snag one of these cutting-edge devices until the end of November, directly from their official store.
The OneXFly F1 Pro positions itself competitively against heavyweights like the Asus ROG Ally X, particularly with its advanced Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 model. Even its slightly less powerful sibling, the Ryzen AI 9 365, has enough grunt to leave last-gen models in the dust while maintaining wattage efficiency—a point we’ll delve into further shortly.
For those eyeing a purchase, it’s important to note that among the six configurations in the presale lineup, only two variants house Ryzen AI 9 chips: one with the AI 9 365 and another with the AI 9 HX 370. The 9 365 models are distinguished solely by their storage volume—either 1 TB or 2 TB—starting at $1,099. Meanwhile, the 9 HX 370 versions boast storage options extending from 1 TB to 4 TB and RAM from 32 GB to 64 GB, with prices beginning at $1,339.
Let’s break down the specs—both models feature a 7-inch, 1080p OLED display, achieving 144 Hz with remarkable 800 nits brightness and 112% DCI-P3 gamut coverage. Processor-wise, the Ryzen AI 9 365 is armed with 10 Zen 5 cores, including 4 Zen 5C cores, and the HX 370 has 12 Zen 5 cores with 4 Zen 5C cores. Their respective Radeon iGPUs (880M and 890M) also showcase notable advancements under AMD’s RDNA 3.5 architecture.
The OneXFly F1 Pro’s display truly shines—no pun intended—not just in brightness but in offering a high frame rate at full HD resolution. While competitors like the Steam Deck OLED reach 1000 nits, they do so at a lower resolution, making the trade-off in display specs a strategic win for the OneXFly, especially with better resolution scaling in games.
So far, comprehensive benchmarks for the OneXFly F1 Pro come predominantly from OneXPlayer, aligning well with what we anticipate from their configurations. Notably impressive is the AI 9 365 model, which eclipses previous versions in efficiency and graphical prowess, thanks to Radeon 880M’s new enhancements.
In performance benchmarks, the OneXFly F1 Pro outpaces others in its class, standing as a formidable option for anyone seeking exceptional handheld performance. However, unlike higher-end models that support OCuLink or equivalent eGPU outputs, the OneXFly relies on USB4 ports. While these are certainly a welcome feature, they don’t quite meet the standards needed for seamless eGPU gaming sessions.
Prices start at $1,099 for the AI 9 365 model and rise to $1,399 for the AI 9 HX 370. You might wonder if these enhancements justify the price jump from Asus ROG Ally X starting at $799 or even from the Steam Deck OLED starting at $549. The decision ultimately hinges on how much you’re willing to invest for top-notch portable performance. If you’re looking to be at the forefront of handheld PC gaming, securing a presale OneXFly F1 Pro is a solid bet. Otherwise, it might be wise to await more reviews or emerging competitors in the market. Keep in mind, post-presale, prices will see an upswing.
