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Claw A8 BZ2EM-070US Handheld Portable Gaming

Name: Claw A8 BZ2EM-070US Handheld Portable Gaming
Brand: MSI

US · CLAWA8BZ2070

Gaming

Exact configurationCLAWA8BZ2070

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Specifications below preserve the published source wording. Unpublished values are unknown; they do not mean a feature is absent.

Tests and reviews

Published test results and reviewer comments are available below.

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The hardware

Full Specifications

Every published specification, grouped by category. Select a heading to collapse.

Performance — CPU / GPU▾

Processor	AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme Source & observation View specification source ↗ Observed 2026-09-24T17:23:42.267661+00:00 exact MSI US store specification table
Graphics	AMD Radeon™ 890M Source & observation View specification source ↗ Observed 2026-09-24T17:23:42.267661+00:00 exact MSI US store specification table

Memory & Storage▾

Installed RAM	24 GB Source & observation View specification source ↗ Observed 2026-09-24T17:23:42.267661+00:00 exact MSI US store specification table
Total storage	1 TB Source & observation View specification source ↗ Observed 2026-09-24T17:23:42.267661+00:00 exact MSI US store specification table

Display▾

Screen technology	Unpublished
Size	8 in Source & observation View specification source ↗ Observed 2026-09-24T17:23:42.267661+00:00 exact MSI US store specification table
Resolution	1920x1200 px Source & observation View specification source ↗ Observed 2026-09-24T17:23:42.267661+00:00 exact MSI US store specification table
Refresh rate	120 Hz Source & observation View specification source ↗ Observed 2026-09-24T17:23:42.267661+00:00 exact MSI US store specification table

Battery & Power▾

Battery capacity	80 Wh Source & observation View specification source ↗ Observed 2026-09-24T17:23:42.267661+00:00 exact MSI US store specification table
Power supply	65W PD adapter Source & observation View specification source ↗ Observed 2026-09-24T17:23:42.267661+00:00 exact MSI US store specification table

Connectivity▾

Ports	2 x Type-C (USB4® / DisplayPort™/ Power Delivery 3.0/ Thunderbolt™ 4 compatible) 1 x Micro SD Card Reader Source & observation View specification source ↗ Observed 2026-09-24T17:23:42.267661+00:00 exact MSI US store specification table
Wireless & networking	Wi-Fi 7 + Bluetooth 5.4 Source & observation View specification source ↗ Observed 2026-09-24T17:23:42.267661+00:00 exact MSI US store specification table

Build & Physical▾

Weight	762 g Source & observation View specification source ↗ Observed 2026-09-24T17:23:42.267661+00:00 exact MSI US store specification table
Dimensions	11.79" × 4.97" × 0.94" Source & observation View specification source ↗ Observed 2026-09-24T17:23:42.267661+00:00 exact MSI US store specification table

Software & Bundle▾

Operating system	Windows 11 Home Source & observation View specification source ↗ Observed 2026-09-24T17:23:42.267661+00:00 exact MSI US store specification table
Included bundle	Unpublished

Independent testing

Benchmarks & Reviews

6 results from other configurations · 1 written review

Geekbench 6.7 Multi-Core10,979 pointsNotebookcheck · Other configurationTest detailsHide details

Speed on short tasks using several processor cores, such as compressing files and processing photos.

Higher is better

Test conditions: Review settings; named power mode not reported · Microsoft Windows 11 Home · Review's processor limits: 50 W short burst; 20 W sustained
Test version: Geekbench 6.7
Published: 2025-12-15
Measurement date: Unpublished
Reviewed setup: MSI Claw A8 BZ2EM (Claw Series) · AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme · AMD Radeon 890M · 24 GB RAM
Configuration match: Same component/pair in another configuration. Potential only; target realization unmeasured. Unknown memory_topology Unknown thermal_mode Unknown operating_point Noncritical differences: storage_gb, region
Confidence: Moderate
Limitations: Historical evidence; current firmware not retested · Measurement date unpublished · Sample origin unpublished · Pair/component fallback; target realization unmeasured
Source location: Geekbench 6.7 / Multi-Core; reviewed-device row: MSI Claw A8 BZ2EMAMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme

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Geekbench 6.7 Single-Core1,888 pointsNotebookcheck · Other configurationTest detailsHide details

Speed on short tasks using one processor core, such as parts of web browsing and everyday apps.

Higher is better

Test conditions: Review settings; named power mode not reported · Microsoft Windows 11 Home · Review's processor limits: 50 W short burst; 20 W sustained
Test version: Geekbench 6.7
Published: 2025-12-15
Measurement date: Unpublished
Reviewed setup: MSI Claw A8 BZ2EM (Claw Series) · AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme · AMD Radeon 890M · 24 GB RAM
Configuration match: Same component/pair in another configuration. Potential only; target realization unmeasured. Unknown memory_topology Unknown thermal_mode Unknown operating_point Noncritical differences: storage_gb, region
Confidence: Moderate
Limitations: Historical evidence; current firmware not retested · Measurement date unpublished · Sample origin unpublished · Pair/component fallback; target realization unmeasured
Source location: Geekbench 6.7 / Single-Core; reviewed-device row: MSI Claw A8 BZ2EMAMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme

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Cyberpunk 207725 fpsNotebookcheck · Other configurationTest detailsHide details

Frames shown each second. A higher average usually looks smoother, but does not show every slowdown.

Higher is better

Test conditions: 1920 × 1080 · Ultra (FSR off) preset · FSR off · Frame generation not reported · Review settings; named power mode not reported · Microsoft Windows 11 Home · Game version Not reported · Review's processor limits: 50 W short burst; 20 W sustained
Test version: Cyberpunk 2077
Published: 2025-12-15
Measurement date: Unpublished
Reviewed setup: MSI Claw A8 BZ2EM (Claw Series) · AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme · AMD Radeon 890M · 24 GB RAM
Configuration match: Same component/pair in another configuration. Potential only; target realization unmeasured. Unknown memory_topology Unknown thermal_mode Unknown operating_point Noncritical differences: storage_gb, region
Confidence: Moderate
Limitations: Historical evidence; current firmware not retested · Measurement date unpublished · Sample origin unpublished · Frame-generation setting unpublished · Pair/component fallback; target realization unmeasured
Source location: Cyberpunk 2077 / 1920x1080 Ultra Preset (FSR off); reviewed-device row: MSI Claw A8 BZ2EMAMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme, AMD Radeon 890M

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Results marked “Other configuration” use a different device or configuration. This configuration may perform differently.

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Benchmarks & Reviews

Published test results and reviewer comments.

6 results from other configurations1 written review

Results marked “Other configuration” come from devices with a matching processor or graphics chip. This configuration may perform differently.

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Gaming

Frames per second (fps) measure how many images a game shows each second. Higher usually feels smoother.

30 fpsBasic target
60 fpsSmooth target
120 fpsHigh refresh target

These are general guides. Slowdowns and uneven frame timing also affect how a game feels.

Cyberpunk 2077

Higher is better

1920 × 1080 · Ultra (FSR off) preset · FSR off · Frame generation not reported

Other configuration25 fps

Reported fps · Notebookcheck ↗ · This configuration has no measured result for this test.

Baldur's Gate 3

Higher is better

1920 × 1080 · Ultra AA:T preset · See preset conditions · Frame generation not reported

Other configuration28.7 fps

Reported fps · Notebookcheck ↗ · This configuration has no measured result for this test.

Gaming test results and sources
Test	Result	Test conditions	Source
Cyberpunk 2077Frames shown each second. A higher average usually looks smoother, but does not show every slowdown.Higher is better	25 fpsOther configuration	1920 × 1080 · Ultra (FSR off) preset · FSR off · Frame generation not reported · Review settings; named power mode not reported · Microsoft Windows 11 Home · Game version Not reported · Review's processor limits: 50 W short burst; 20 W sustained Reviewed setup: MSI Claw A8 BZ2EM (Claw Series) · AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme · AMD Radeon 890M · 24 GB RAM	Notebookcheck ↗2025-12-15
Baldur's Gate 3Frames shown each second. A higher average usually looks smoother, but does not show every slowdown.Higher is better	28.7 fpsOther configuration	1920 × 1080 · Ultra AA:T preset · See preset conditions · Frame generation not reported · Review settings; named power mode not reported · Microsoft Windows 11 Home · Game version Not reported · Review's processor limits: 50 W short burst; 20 W sustained Reviewed setup: MSI Claw A8 BZ2EM (Claw Series) · AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme · AMD Radeon 890M · 24 GB RAM	Notebookcheck ↗2025-12-15

Processor

Geekbench 6.7 Multi-Core

Higher is better

Speed on short tasks using several processor cores, such as compressing files and processing photos. Compared with 2 reviewed handhelds in this comparison.

Middle of these 2: 8,496 points

ROG Ally X Turbo 30W · 24 GB ↗12,026 points
Reviewed configuration: MSI Claw A8 BZ2EM · 24 GB ↗10,979 points
Lenovo Legion Go S · 16 GB ↗4,966 points

Memory, cooling and operating system versions differ between these reviewed devices. This small set does not describe the whole market. Notebookcheck comparison ↗

Cinebench R23 Multi Core

Higher is better

Rendering speed using all processor cores. Compared with 2 reviewed handhelds in this comparison.

Middle of these 2: 10,449 points

ROG Ally X Turbo 30W · 24 GB ↗15,120 points
Reviewed configuration: MSI Claw A8 BZ2EM · 24 GB ↗12,151 points
Lenovo Legion Go S · 16 GB ↗5,778 points

Memory, cooling and operating system versions differ between these reviewed devices. This small set does not describe the whole market. Notebookcheck comparison ↗

Processor test results and sources
Test	Result	Test conditions	Source
Geekbench 6.7 Multi-CoreSpeed on short tasks using several processor cores, such as compressing files and processing photos.Higher is better	10,979 pointsOther configuration	Review settings; named power mode not reported · Microsoft Windows 11 Home · Review's processor limits: 50 W short burst; 20 W sustained Reviewed setup: MSI Claw A8 BZ2EM (Claw Series) · AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme · AMD Radeon 890M · 24 GB RAM	Notebookcheck ↗2025-12-15
Geekbench 6.7 Single-CoreSpeed on short tasks using one processor core, such as parts of web browsing and everyday apps.Higher is better	1,888 pointsOther configuration	Review settings; named power mode not reported · Microsoft Windows 11 Home · Review's processor limits: 50 W short burst; 20 W sustained Reviewed setup: MSI Claw A8 BZ2EM (Claw Series) · AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme · AMD Radeon 890M · 24 GB RAM	Notebookcheck ↗2025-12-15
Cinebench R23 Multi CoreRendering speed using all processor cores.Higher is better	12,151 pointsOther configuration	Review settings; named power mode not reported · Microsoft Windows 11 Home · Review's processor limits: 50 W short burst; 20 W sustained Reviewed setup: MSI Claw A8 BZ2EM (Claw Series) · AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme · AMD Radeon 890M · 24 GB RAM	Notebookcheck ↗2025-12-15
Cinebench R23 Single CoreRendering speed using one processor core.Higher is better	1,970 pointsOther configuration	Review settings; named power mode not reported · Microsoft Windows 11 Home · Review's processor limits: 50 W short burst; 20 W sustained Reviewed setup: MSI Claw A8 BZ2EM (Claw Series) · AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme · AMD Radeon 890M · 24 GB RAM	Notebookcheck ↗2025-12-15

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Notebookcheck ↗2025-12-15MSI Claw A8 BZ2EM (Claw Series) · AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme · AMD Radeon 890M · 24 GB RAM

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Configuration matching & limitations

Notebookcheck: Model review. Results describe the tested hardware; unspecified power modes and RAM topology do not establish an exact target test.

gaming pilot

cpu: Reviewer comments
gpu: Not measured
gaming: Reviewer comments

performance pilot

cpu: Reviewer comments
gpu: Not measured
gaming: Reviewer comments
sustained: Not measured

whole device

cpu: Reviewer comments
gpu: Not measured
gaming: Reviewer comments
sustained: Not measured
noise: Not measured
battery: Not measured
display: Not measured
build: Not measured

An overall buying score is unavailable. The available measurements do not cover every aspect of the device.

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Claw A8 BZ2EM-070US Handheld Portable Gaming

Full Specifications

Benchmarks & Reviews

Benchmarks & Reviews

Gaming

Cyberpunk 2077

Baldur's Gate 3

Processor

Geekbench 6.7 Multi-Core

Cinebench R23 Multi Core

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