The MSI Claw A1M 1TB is a Windows 11 gaming handheld built around an Intel Core Ultra 7 155H processor with Intel Arc graphics, 16GB of LPDDR5-6400 memory and a 1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD. It has a 7-inch Full HD (1920×1080) touchscreen at 120Hz, Hall Effect sticks and triggers, Wi-Fi 7 and a Thunderbolt 4 port, all in a 675 g body. Because it runs full Windows, it plays games from Steam, Xbox app, Epic and other PC launchers rather than from a single console store.
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MSI Claw A1M 1TB Performance: Core Ultra 7 155H and Intel Arc
MSI lists the processor in the MSI Claw A1M 1TB as the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H with Intel AI Boost (a built-in NPU), with 16 cores and a boost clock of up to 4.8GHz. Graphics come from the integrated Intel Arc GPU, and MSI highlights Intel XeSS upscaling, which renders a game at a lower resolution and scales it up to keep frame rates smoother in demanding titles.
Memory is 16GB of LPDDR5-6400. LPDDR5 is soldered to the board, so the amount you buy is the amount you keep; the 1TB configuration is the one to choose if you want room for several large AAA installs without juggling storage. The Ultra 7 is the higher of the two processor options MSI offers for the Claw A1M.
7-Inch 120Hz Screen and Hall Effect Controls
The display is a 7-inch IPS-level touchscreen at 1920×1080 with a 120Hz refresh rate, and MSI quotes 100% sRGB colour coverage (typical). Higher refresh makes camera turns and fast shooters look smoother when the game can hold a high frame rate; in heavier games you can lower settings or use XeSS to get closer to that ceiling.
Both analogue sticks and both triggers on the MSI Claw A1M 1TB use Hall Effect sensors, which measure position magnetically instead of through physical contact, reducing the wear that causes stick drift. You also get a D-pad, RGB-lit ABXY buttons and sticks, LB/RB bumpers, HD haptics, two programmable macro buttons (M1/M2) on the back, and View, Menu, Quick Settings and MSI Center M buttons. The power button includes a fingerprint sensor for Windows Hello sign-in.
Storage, Battery and Charging
The 1TB SSD sits in an M.2 2230 slot (NVMe PCIe Gen4), and a microSD card reader adds space for older or lighter games. The MSI Claw A1M 1TB uses a 6-cell 53Wh battery and charges from the included 65W USB-C Power Delivery adapter.
MSI does not publish a battery-life figure in hours on its specification page. Runtime depends heavily on the game, screen brightness, refresh rate and power profile: a light indie title at 60Hz will last far longer than a recent AAA game at full power. If you plan long flights or road trips, a USB-C PD power bank is a practical companion.
Thunderbolt 4, Wi-Fi 7 and Desk Use
The single Thunderbolt 4 port on the MSI Claw A1M 1TB carries DisplayPort video and USB Power Delivery 3.0, so with a suitable dock or hub you can connect an external monitor or TV, a keyboard, a mouse and wired controllers while charging. A 3.5 mm combo jack handles wired headsets, and two 2W speakers plus an array microphone cover voice chat on the go.
Wireless is Intel Killer BE Wi-Fi 7 with Bluetooth 5.4. Wi-Fi 7 speeds need a Wi-Fi 7 router; on an older Wi-Fi 6 or Wi-Fi 5 router the handheld still connects at that router’s standard. Bluetooth covers wireless earbuds and extra controllers.
Who This Is Not For
The MSI Claw A1M 1TB is a full PC in handheld form, which brings trade-offs:
- Long one-handed sessions: at 675 g it is heavy to hold for hours without resting it on something.
- Battery-first players: MSI does not publish a runtime, and demanding games drain a 53Wh battery quickly.
- Port-hungry setups: there is only one USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) port, shared between charging and accessories, so docking needs a hub.
- Memory upgraders: the 16GB LPDDR5 is soldered and cannot be expanded.
- Console simplicity: it runs Windows 11 Home, so expect Windows updates, driver updates for Intel Arc and some menu navigation with touch.
- OLED fans: the panel is an IPS-level LCD, not OLED.
Ordering the MSI Claw A1M 1TB in the UAE
Order the MSI Claw A1M 1TB from Totot and it is delivered anywhere in the UAE within up to 3 business days, with free delivery on orders from AED 300. Returns are accepted within 14 days if the unit is defective or does not match its description, and any shipping damage should be reported within 48 hours of delivery. You can pay cash on delivery or spread the cost with Tabby or Tamara, and the handheld comes with a 1-year warranty from Totot.
Browse more Gaming Consoles at Totot, or see the official MSI product page.
Technical Specifications
- Name: MSI Claw A1M 1TB
- Configuration: Intel Core Ultra 7 155H / 16GB / 1TB (regional SKU codes differ, e.g. A1M-020SG)
- Processor: Intel Core Ultra 7 155H with Intel AI Boost (NPU), 16 cores, up to 4.8GHz
- Graphics: Intel Arc Graphics (integrated), Intel XeSS support
- Memory: 16GB LPDDR5-6400 (soldered)
- Storage: 1TB NVMe SSD, M.2 2230 slot, PCIe Gen4
- Display: 7-inch FHD 1920×1080, 120Hz, IPS-level touchscreen, 100% sRGB (typical)
- Card reader: microSD
- Ports: 1x Thunderbolt 4 (DisplayPort, Power Delivery 3.0), 1x mic-in/headphone-out combo jack
- Wireless: Intel Killer BE Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4
- Controls: Hall Effect analogue sticks and triggers, D-pad, RGB ABXY, LB/RB, HD haptics, M1/M2 macro buttons, View, Menu, Quick Settings, MSI Center M
- Security: Fingerprint sensor
- Audio: 2x 2W speakers, array microphone
- Battery: 6-cell, 53Wh
- Battery life: Not published by MSI
- Power adapter: 65W USB-C PD adapter (included)
- Operating system: Windows 11 Home
- Weight: 675 g with battery
- Dimensions: 294 × 117 × 21.2 mm
- Colour: Black
- Warranty: 1-year warranty from Totot
FAQ
Which processor is in the MSI Claw A1M 1TB?
16 cores: it is the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H, with a boost clock of up to 4.8GHz and Intel Arc integrated graphics, according to MSI.
Can I add more storage?
Yes. You can insert a microSD card, and the internal M.2 2230 NVMe PCIe Gen4 slot accepts a larger SSD if you replace the 1TB drive.
Can I upgrade the 16GB of RAM?
No. The memory is LPDDR5-6400 soldered to the board, so 16GB is fixed.
How long does the MSI Claw A1M 1TB battery last?
MSI does not publish a battery-life figure; it lists a 6-cell 53Wh battery, and runtime varies widely with the game, brightness and power mode.
Does the MSI Claw A1M 1TB charger work with UAE sockets?
Yes for voltage: the included 65W USB-C PD adapter is a universal-voltage unit (MSI’s official store lists 90-264V input), so it runs on UAE 220-240V, 50Hz mains. The plug shape depends on the regional version, so a plug adapter may be needed for UK-style Type G sockets.
Can I connect it to a TV or monitor?
Yes. The Thunderbolt 4 port supports DisplayPort output, so a USB-C to HDMI/DisplayPort adapter or a dock connects it to a screen.
Does it play Xbox Game Pass and Steam games?
Yes. It runs Windows 11 Home, so PC launchers such as Steam, Xbox app and Epic Games install as on any Windows PC; individual game compatibility is up to each game.
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