For those who have always craved more from handheld gaming devices, Tencent has stepped up with something intriguing. According to Videocardz, they’ve unveiled the Sunday Dragon 3D One—a device that’s pushing the boundaries of what portable gaming can be. Imagine a handheld console powered by Intel’s latest Lunar Lake CPU, complemented by an expansive 11-inch screen. It’s an approach aimed at offering a more engaging experience, assuming you’re able to juggle it effectively.
Under the hood, the 3D One is robust. It comes with the Core Ultra 7 258V, featuring a mix of four P-Cores (Lion Cove) and four E-Cores (Skymont), alongside an Arc 140V iGPU with eight Xe2 cores packed in. Through our analysis, it’s evident that Intel’s new Lunar Lake series has finally caught up with AMD’s formidable Strix Point processors in gaming performance. Memory-wise, the device includes 32GB of LPDDR5X-8533 RAM—more than sufficient for current applications, though you’ll have to live with it as it’s soldered directly onto the CPU. Thankfully, the “high-speed” 1TB SSD is upgradeable if you find yourself needing more storage or speed.
Intriguingly, if the 3D One rolls out this year, it could be the pioneering Lunar Lake handheld available on the market, particularly since MSI’s Claw 8 AI+ isn’t expected until early 2025. But hold on—there’s a caveat. This device currently exists just as a prototype, as noted by Videocardz. The console flaunts a massive 2560×1440 display that refreshes at 120Hz, making it almost laptop-like in size. In contrast, competitors such as GPD’s Pocket 4 have more conservative screen dimensions at 8.8 inches. Tencent is pushing the envelope with real-time eye-tracking for an autostereoscopic (3D without glasses) experience, and games like Path of Exile, Blade & Soul, and Arena Breakout: Infinite have reportedly been tweaked to leverage this tech.
Moving onto the physical aspects, the 3D One includes detachable controllers with Hall Effect joysticks and linear triggers, plus two customizable rear buttons. Should the urge arise, you can swap these controllers for third-party ones, assuming they’re compatible with the device’s rather unique dimensions. Plus, the fast-charging support of up to 100W is a welcome addition, though the battery size remains a mystery.
Design-wise, the 3D One ventures into unconventional waters. Typically, handheld gaming devices are crafted for comfort and extended play sessions. Although small screens can sometimes detract from game immersion, the sheer size of this device aims to fix that. Yet, keep in mind it’s still unfinished—a prototype—and might only be released in limited quantities and regions due to its potentially niche market appeal.
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