Next-generation gaming handheld, Ayaneo, packs in Strix Halo's dedicated GPU and an internal battery. The new model, Ryzen AI Max+ 395, is the second handheld to display such bold innovations.
Ayaneo Next 2: A Powerful and Efficient Handheld Gaming PC
Ayaneo, a well-known name in the handheld gaming PC market, has announced the upcoming release of its latest device, the Ayaneo Next 2. This innovative device promises to deliver high-end performance and notable battery life, setting new standards for handheld gaming devices.
At the heart of the Ayaneo Next 2 is the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 APU, featuring the Radeon 8060S GPU with 40 Compute Units (CUs). Despite not being initially designed for handheld PC chassis, Ayaneo has managed to fit this powerful chip into the Ayaneo Next 2. The Radeon 8060S GPU operates at 2,900 MHz, and rumours suggest that its performance capabilities are in the range of the mobile NVIDIA RTX 4060 or RTX 4070.
The Ryzen AI Max+ 395 APU is the most powerful x86-based APU on the market currently, boasting 16 Zen 5 CPU cores, 64MB of L3 cache, and a configurable TDP ranging from 45-120W. This makes the Ayaneo Next 2 one of the first regular handheld gaming PCs to come with this level of performance.
To handle this powerful chip effectively within a handheld form factor, the Ayaneo Next 2 features a compact laptop-based dual-fan cooling solution and a 12-phase power delivery design. The device sports an approximate 8-inch screen and has upgraded controls inspired by the Steam Deck, with joysticks and touchpads on either side.
Battery life is a significant advancement compared to previous models. Unlike some competitors, such as the GPD Win 5 which opts for an external battery, the Ayaneo Next 2 integrates a "high-capacity" internal battery. Although exact battery capacity and runtime figures are not disclosed, the emphasis on large battery capacity and optimized thermal design suggests the device should sustain high-performance gaming sessions longer than earlier handhelds with similar specs.
In terms of performance, benchmarks show about 9,680 points on 3DMark Time Spy—very near the desktop-class RTX 4060 level and potentially approaching RTX 4070 performance. This combination positions the Ayaneo Next 2 as one of the most powerful and efficient handheld gaming PCs announced as of mid-2025, offering desktop-level GPU performance in a portable form factor with improved battery endurance.
The Ayaneo Next 2's battery life performance is yet to be determined, but its high-capacity internal battery, dual-fan cooling system, and advanced power delivery design offer hope for extended gaming sessions. With its powerful hardware and efficient design, the Ayaneo Next 2 is shaping up to be a game-changer in the handheld gaming PC market.
[1] Source: Ayaneo Official Website [2] Source: TechRadar [3] Source: Tom's Hardware [4] Source: AnandTech [5] Source: PCGamesN
Technology advances continue to revolutionize industries, and the handheld gaming PC market is no exception. The upcoming Ayaneo Next 2, equipped with cutting-edge gadgets like the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 APU, is set to redefine performance standards for portable gaming devices.
