Key Takeaways
- Arc, an India-based gaming company, has launched its first gaming handheld, the Arc X1.
- The device features a Snapdragon G2 Gen 2 chipset and a 120Hz display with a 9,300mAh battery.
- Priced at $349 in India, the Arc X1 is designed for affordable gaming with OwlOS, a custom Android-based operating system.
Arc, an India-based gaming company, has launched its first gaming handheld, the Arc X1, with a focus on affordability and performance.
The device is equipped with a Snapdragon G2 Gen 2 chipset, a 120Hz display, and a large 9,300mAh battery, ensuring smooth gaming sessions.
Running on OwlOS, a custom Android-based operating system, the Arc X1 supports Android games, emulators, and cloud gaming services.
The handheld features a 7-inch LCD display with Full HD resolution, 16:9 aspect ratio, and 120Hz refresh rate, providing a high-quality gaming experience.
For controls, the Arc X1 comes with replaceable analog sticks, microswitch ABXY buttons, and a D-pad, along with two programmable buttons on the rear.
Two Linear Resonant Actuators are included for haptic feedback, enhancing the gaming experience with tactile responses.
The device weighs around 500 grams and includes front-facing stereo speakers, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and dual microphones for audio clarity.
Powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon G2 Gen 2 gaming chipset, the Arc X1 is paired with 8GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 128GB of UFS 3.1 storage.
Users can expand storage through the built-in microSD card slot and benefit from an active cooling system with a fan to manage heat during extended gaming sessions.
The Arc X1 runs OwlOS, which is based on the Android Open Source Project (AOSP), allowing for per-game controls for performance, resolution scaling, and fan curves.
For connectivity, the device supports Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.4, with a USB Type-C 3.1 port for additional connectivity options.
The handheld packs a 9,300mAh battery and supports 27W wired fast charging, providing up to eight hours of usage in silent mode.
Priced at $349 in India, the Arc X1 is designed to offer an affordable gaming experience for gamers looking for a high-performance device.
