Razer has launched its Steam Deck competitor handheld system, the Razer Edge, in two variations: the WiFi mannequin and the 5G mannequin. The Edge is an Android-based gaming handheld and, in response to Razer, the “world’s first devoted 5G handheld console.”

The Razer Edge is powered by the Snapdragon G3x Gen 1 and contains a 6.8-inch AMOLED show with 2,400 x 1,080 FHD+ decision and a 144Hz refresh price. It additionally comes bundled with the Razer Kishi V2 Professional, which incorporates Razer’s ‘HyperSense’ haptic suggestions and a 3.5mm audio port. It’s additionally suitable with Nvidia GeForce Now, together with the recently-launched RTX 4080 Final subscription tier, which we went hands-on with and located to be fairly glorious.

Its 5G model is in partnership with Verizon and is bought each on its on-line retailer and in-store Verizon areas. In the meantime, the WiFi model will be bought by Razer shops and Razer’s on-line retailer for $399.99. The Edge is at the moment solely out there within the US.

Razer beforehand showcased the Razer Edge at RazerCon in 2022 and at CES 2023, receiving loads of accolades at each occasions. This isn’t the primary time Razer has launched a gaming pill, both. Again in 2013, the corporate launched a Home windows 8-based gaming handheld additionally referred to as the Razer Edge, although with a a lot heftier price ticket.