As handheld consoles continue to gain popularity worldwide, Zotac’s new handheld console Zone, introduced at Computex, seems to be fueling the competition even further. Zone comes with a Full HD OLED screen measuring 7 inches, offering 120 Hz refresh rate. The use of an OLED screen might provide a significant advantage compared to other products in this category since this feature has so far only been seen in the Steam Deck model.
Zone’s Technical Specifications and Performance
The new device features a powerful AMD Ryzen 7 8840U chip. It also promises high-resolution and smooth graphics in games with a Radeon 780M GPU. Zone is equipped with 16 GB LPDDR5X-750 memory and 512 GB of storage capacity. These features might be very appealing for gaming enthusiasts.
Design and Physical Features
The design of the device is quite similar to Steam Deck, equipped with features like two analog sticks and adjustable triggers similar to the Xbox Elite controller. Its dimensions and weight are 310x135x40 mm and 700 grams respectively, making it one of the heavier models on the market.
Zotac Zone’s Market Release Date and Price
Zotac Zone is equipped with modern technologies such as Windows 11 operating system, front camera, Wi-Fi 6E, and Bluetooth 5.2. The product is expected to hit the market in September 2024 and is anticipated to be priced around $800. This pricing could compete with the Rog Ally X, which has a larger battery and the same price tag.