OneXPlayer X1 is a Nintendo Switch-inspired 3-in-1 handheld gaming PC with Meteor Lake and a 120Hz 1600p display

OneXPlayer X1 3-in-1 gaming device
(Image credit: OneXPlayer)

One month after its original teaser, OneXPlayer unveiled a new handheld gaming PC dubbed the OneXPlayer X1. The device features three distinct modes of operation, setting it apart from more traditional 2-in-1 gaming devices. OneXPlayer is advertising the X1 as the world's first "large screen 3-in-1 handheld" gaming PC that features a laptop, tablet, and handheld mode inspired by the Nintendo Switch. The new handheld isn't available yet, but OneXPlayer offers a launch discount on its Indiegogo page for those interested in purchasing the new 3-in-1 device.

Specs-wise, the handheld comes with Intel's brand-new Core Ultra 7 155H or Ultra 5 125H CPUs. These chips come with Intel's new bleeding-edge Meteor Lake CPU architecture that is more efficient than its previous Raptor Lake architecture. These new CPUs also come with Intel's most potent integrated graphics solutions, featuring the same Xe graphics architecture as Intel's higher-end A-series desktop GPUs. The Ultra 7 155H gets eight Xe cores, while the Ultra 5 125H gets seven.

The OneXPlayer X1 also has high-speed memory and storage solutions, including LPDDR5x memory clocked at 7467MHz, and a M.2 2280 slot featuring PCIe Gen 4 speeds. Memory capacity can be configured as high as 64GB, while SSD capacity can be as high as the PCIe Gen 4 NVMe protocol allows for. The Best SSDs on the M.2 form factor top out at 8TB.

OneXPlayer X1 3-in-1 gaming device

(Image credit: OneXPlayer)

OneXPlayer has opted for a large, high-resolution display compared to other handheld competitors like the Steam Deck. It measures just shy of 11 inches, and the screen resolution is 2560 x 1600 to keep pixel density as high as possible. Unsurprisingly, the screen refreshes at 120Hz, making it perfect for fast-paced games.

Other specs include a Harmon AudioEFX system, detachable controllers (similar to the Switch), Thunderbolt 4, Oculink, USB 4, and a 65.02-watt-hour battery featuring 100W rapid charging.

As previously stated, the bread and butter of this new handheld is its "3-in-1" functionality, featuring dedicated laptop, tablet, and handheld gaming modes. In laptop mode, the device functions like a Surface clone, featuring a Surface-like stand and keyboard for playing regular PC games (with a mouse) or getting work done. The stand folds in in Tablet mode, and the keyboard can be detached for tablet use.

OneXPlayer X1 3-in-1 gaming device

(Image credit: OneXPlayer)

For handheld use, the X1 features a pair of controller grips that attach to the right and left of the screen, mimicking consoles like the Nintendo Switch. Alternatively, you can also plug the two grips into a centerpiece, turning the grips into a standalone gaming controller.

Availability has not been announced at this time, but based on the manufacturer's launch discount, it appears the OneXPlayer X1 could arrive at any time.

Aaron Klotz
Contributing Writer

Aaron Klotz is a contributing writer for Tom’s Hardware, covering news related to computer hardware such as CPUs, and graphics cards.

  • bdcrlsn
    Will the Xe graphics engine hold it back, though?
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  • cknobman
    That is no "handheld" gaming PC LMAO.
    Sure you can "hold" it but at 11 friggin inches you wont be holding it long or comfortably!

    Intel chips with Intel graphics? Yeah that a hard pass here.
    When they demo'd this was it running on integrated graphics or hooked up to external GPU?

    With that screen size games are going to look terrible at the resolutions it will have to render at to get good frame rates.
    Battery will likely die very fast too.
    Processor is rated at 28 watts and we know Intel is very conservative with their ratings.

    Terrible handheld gaming device IMO.
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  • excalibur1814
    Until the tests are in, let's not simply expel hot air.

    Additionally, let's hope that the SDCard slot keeps the card in place. I had to return my oneXPlayer 2 due to the card popping up. Same for a lot of other people (possibly not fixed with the 2 Pro).
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  • rluker5
    Except for the price and the RGB on the back I like it. That you can use the gamepad on or off of the thing is a nice touch since with it's 11" screen it doesn't need to be held up to your face as much. Some people might prefer it laptop style with a separate gamepad. Some might not.

    If they had it just be a 2 in one (tablet/laptop) and it cost $700 for 32B I'd be much more interested. I don't mind it being a little thicker for better cooling and battery. Those kind of go together.

    Also cknobman has been living under a rock. But he is right about the lack of GPU power will be more apparent than with a smaller, lower resolution, dimmer screen where you can hardly see the details anyways. That's one of the tradeoffs you make with a better screen- details be they good or bad are more apparent.
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  • kealii123
    bdcrlsn said:
    Will the Xe graphics engine hold it back, though?
    The new Xe graphics seems to trade blows with AMD's 780m, and with expected driver updates it might get a tad faster
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  • kealii123
    cknobman said:
    That is no "handheld" gaming PC LMAO.
    Sure you can "hold" it but at 11 friggin inches you wont be holding it long or comfortably!

    Intel chips with Intel graphics? Yeah that a hard pass here.
    When they demo'd this was it running on integrated graphics or hooked up to external GPU?

    With that screen size games are going to look terrible at the resolutions it will have to render at to get good frame rates.
    Battery will likely die very fast too.
    Processor is rated at 28 watts and we know Intel is very conservative with their ratings.

    Terrible handheld gaming device IMO.
    I used to own a GPD Win Max 2, with a 10 inch screen. That clamshell device is 1100 grams, this is 900 grams. The GPD pushed the limits of "handheld", but I still put a hundred hours of gaming thru it.

    The Intel Xe graphics are now competitive with AMD's 780m from a performance perspective, but Xe might not be as energy efficient, based on laptop results. Lets wait and see what the new drivers and smaller form factor do to its efficiency.
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  • Sluggotg
    I can hardly wait! Once they release them and I read some reviews, I might buy one, (Like I need another handheld.. they are fun). I am very curious how the battery holds up when gaming.
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  • gg83
    I love the picture of a guy in a suit playing games on a handheld.
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  • thestryker
    This is basically just a Surface clone (albeit newer hardware specs) carrying close to the same price, but without the support behind it (Microsoft also charges a premium for Surface devices in the first place). They've added optional controls to the side which if they weigh anywhere near what the Legion Go's do will push total device weight up to around 1000g. This won't be a good handheld experience for any length of time doubly so if you're lying down.

    The one thing it has that I think is pretty major is the built in OCuLink port. Technically OCuLink can be up to 8 lanes and if it became standard on laptop/tablets/handhelds I could see moving beyond the 4 of current implementations. However if this doesn't happen I suspect TB5 is going to end up being the way things go which will likely maintain the current price premiums.
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  • cyrusfox
    I hate this form factor, love 11" laptops, wish there are more meteor lakes entering the old netbook size factor space.
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