Arc X1 Launches as Affordable Gaming Handheld Based on Android

India-based gaming firm Arc has rolled out its first gaming handheld, the Arc X1, with a Snapdragon G2 Gen 2 chipset, a 120Hz display, and a sizeable 9, 300mAh battery.

Key points

• The Arc X1 features a 7-inch LCD display with a Full HD resolution, 16: 9 aspect ratio, and 120Hz refresh rate.
• The Arc X1 is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon G2 Gen 2 gaming chipset.
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• The handheld packs a 9, 300mAh battery and supports 27W wired fast charging.
• The device weighs around 500 grams and includes front-facing stereo speakers, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and dual microphones.

Meanwhile, the handheld runs OwlOS, a custom Android-based operating system built specifically for gaming. While additionally allowing users to adjust game-specific performance and control settings, it supports Android games, emulators, and cloud gaming services. GTA 6 PC Release Could Arrive Sooner Than Projected.

Meanwhile, the Arc X1 features a 7-inch LCD display with a Full HD resolution, 16: 9 aspect ratio, and 120Hz refresh rate. Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protects the screen.

For controls, the handheld comes with replaceable analog sticks designed to prevent stick drift, microswitch ABXY buttons, and a D-pad. It additionally has two programmable buttons on the rear. Arc has continued two Linear Resonant Actuators for haptic feedback.

Meanwhile, the device weighs around 500 grams and includes front-facing stereo speakers, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and dual microphones. GTA 6 Earns Back $2 Billion Spent in Making the Game.

Meanwhile, the Arc X1 is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon G2 Gen 2 gaming chipset. It is paired with 8GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 128GB of UFS 3.1 storage. Users can expand the storage through the built-in microSD card slot.

Arc has additionally included an active cooling system with a fan. The firm states the system is designed to support keep the handheld cool during longer gaming sessions.

Notably, the device runs OwlOS, which is based on the Android Open Source Project (AOSP). The software allows users to play Android games, run emulators, and access cloud streaming services. It additionally provides per-game controls for performance, resolution scaling, fan curves, and other settings.

For connectivity, the Arc X1 supports Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.4. It additionally has a USB Type-C 3.1 port.

Notably, the handheld packs a 9, 300mAh battery and supports 27W wired fast charging. According to Arc, the X1 can provide up to eight hours of usage in silent mode.

Meanwhile, the sizeable battery is paired with the active cooling system. It includes a fan for managing heat during extended gaming sessions.

For context, the Arc X1 is priced at $349 in India. It is unclear if it will launch in the international market. Stay Connected with ProPakistani.

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