MSI Claw A8

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Screen: 8 in

Diagonal screen size as the maker states it.

8" FHD+ (1920x1200)

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Refresh rate: 120 Hz

Highest refresh rate the maker states for the built-in screen.

48-120Hz VRR touchscreen

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Battery: 80 Wh

Battery capacity as the maker states it.

4-Cell 80 Battery (Whr)

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Weight: 765 g

Device weight in grams as the maker states it, with controllers attached.

Weight (w/ Battery) 765g

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Chip: AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme

The processor as the maker names it.

AMD Ryzen™ Z2 Extreme

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