AYANEO Air: Ultra-Portable OLED Windows Handheld Gaming PC
AYANEO · 2022-08-01
The AYANEO Air is a lightweight, OLED-equipped Windows handheld gaming PC powered by an AMD Ryzen 5 5560U processor. It features a 5.5-inch 1080p OLED touchscreen, up to 16GB LPDDR4x RAM, and a compact design weighing just 395g. Ideal for emulation up to PS2 and modern indie games, it offers a premium portable experience.
Overview
The AYANEO Air is a sleek, ultra-portable Windows handheld gaming device that combines a vibrant 5.5-inch OLED touchscreen with the power of an AMD Ryzen 5 5560U processor (Zen 3, 6 cores, 12 threads). With a weight of just 395 grams and a slim profile, it's designed for on-the-go gaming without sacrificing performance. The device runs Windows, offering broad compatibility with PC game libraries and emulators.
Key Specs Highlights
- Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 5560U (2.3 GHz - 4.0 GHz, 6 cores/12 threads)
- GPU: AMD Radeon RX Vega 7 (1.6 GHz)
- Memory: 8 GB or 16 GB LPDDR4x
- Storage: Replaceable M.2 2280 SSD (128/256/512 GB) + MicroSD slot
- Display: 5.5-inch OLED, 1920x1080, 60Hz, 404 PPI, touchscreen
- Battery: 7350 mAh (28Wh)
- Connectivity: WiFi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, USB-C (OTG & video output), 3.5mm headphone jack
- Weight: 395 g (standard) / 410 g (Retro Power version)
- Dimensions: 224 x 89.5 x 17 - 26.7 mm
- OS: Windows
Who It Is For
The AYANEO Air is perfect for gamers who want a compact Windows handheld for emulation (up to PS2), indie games, and light AAA titles. Its OLED screen and lightweight design appeal to those prioritizing portability and display quality. It's also suitable for users who need a pocketable Windows PC for productivity tasks.
Buying Notes
Prices range from $400 to $700 depending on configuration. The early bird pricing was: 128 GB Air Youth at $499 ($549 regular), 256 GB Air at $569 ($629 regular), and 512 GB Air at $599 ($649 regular). Note that the device uses a plastic shell and has active cooling (ventilation). Available colors include black, white, pink, B.Duck, and Retro Power. The Retro Power version is slightly heavier (410g). Ensure you consider the battery life, which may be limited for demanding games.
| CPU | AMD Zen 3 |
|---|---|
| GPU | AMD Radeon RX Vega 7 |
| Name | AYANEO Air |
| Brand | AYANEO |
| Memory | 8 GB ~ 16 GB LPDDR4x |
| Weight | 395 g / 410 g |
| Battery | 7350 mAh (28Wh) |
| Cooling | Cooling vent |
| Storage | External MicroSD, internal replaceable M.2 2280 SSD (128 GB / 256 GB / 512 GB) |
| Speakers | Dual stereo |
| Grip Type | Horizontal |
| Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 5560U |
| Vibration | Yes |
| Dimensions | 224 mm x 89.5 mm x 17 - 26.7 mm |
| Screen PPI | 404 |
| Body Colors | Black White Pink B.Duck Retro Power |
| Price Range | $400 - $700 |
| Screen Size | 5.5 inches |
| Screen Type | OLED touchscreen |
| Audio Output | 3.5mm headphone jack |
| Connectivity | WiFi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, USB-C OTG |
| Launch Price | 128 GB Air Youth: $499 (Early bird) / $549 ; 256 GB Air: $569 (Early bird) / $629; 512 GB Air: $599 (Early bird) / $649 |
| Release Date | 2022 / 08 |
| Screen Ratio | 16:9 |
| Video Output | USB-C video output |
| CPU Frequency | 2.3 GHz - 4.0 GHz |
| Other Sensors | Fingerprint recognition, gyroscope, Hall effect joysticks and triggers |
| Shell Material | Plastic |
| Operating System | Windows |
| Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1080 |
| GPU Core Frequency | 1.6 GHz |
| Screen Refresh Rate | 60Hz |
| CPU Cores and Threads | 6 cores 12 threads |
| Emulator Game Support | Basically no issues for games before PS2 |