AYANEO Air 1S
SpecRater 53/100AYANEO · Windows · released 2024-01-01 · $799
The featherweight OLED. At just 405g with a vivid 5.5-inch AMOLED, it's the most pocketable real Windows handheld. The tiny 28Wh battery and small screen are the compromises for that size.
Check current price →At $799, the AYANEO Air 1S is at the lowest price we've tracked — a good time to buy.
Based on 2 price observations we've recorded · price last verified 2026-07-01.
Where the AYANEO Air 1S stands out — and where it doesn't
Measured against the current handheld field, not the spec sheet alone.
- Portability: is lighter and comfier to hold than most.
- Battery: has shorter battery life than most rivals.
Best for people who prioritise a light, comfortable handheld. Think twice if has shorter battery life than most rivals, look elsewhere.
Score breakdown
| Performance | 63/100 |
|---|---|
| Battery | 0/100 |
| Display | 68/100 |
| Value | 34/100 |
| Software | 70/100 |
| Portability | 95/100 |
| Build | 90/100 |
Full specifications
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Chip (APU/SoC) | AMD Ryzen 7 7840U (Radeon 780M) |
| Graphics | Radeon 780M |
| RAM | 16GB LPDDR5-6400 |
| Storage | 512GB · microSD expandable |
| Display | |
| Screen | 5.5" OLED |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 · 401 PPI |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz |
| Brightness | 500 nits |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Battery & physical | |
| Battery | 28Wh · ~3h typical play |
| Weight | 405g |
| Thickness | 22mm |
| Controls & connectivity | |
| Hall-effect sticks | Yes |
| Gyro aiming | Yes |
| Ports | USB4, USB-C, microSD |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6E · Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Software | |
| Operating system | Windows 11 |
| Released | 2024-01-01 |
Worth the upgrade?
A bit more money buys a meaningfully better device:
- MSI Claw 8 AI+ — +$100 · Battery +88, Value +20, Performance +13, Build +10 · trade-off: Portability -40, Display -14
- ROG Xbox Ally X — +$200 · Battery +75, Performance +25, Build +10, Value +8 · trade-off: Portability -50, Display -9
AYANEO Air 1S — frequently asked questions
Is the AYANEO Air 1S good for battery life?
Its battery rating is below average for a handheld — roughly 3 hours in moderate play. Capping the framerate extends that meaningfully.
Is the AYANEO Air 1S powerful enough for AAA games?
On performance it scores 63/100, about average for the current field. It's better suited to indie, older or less demanding games at comfortable settings.
Is the AYANEO Air 1S worth the price at $799?
On value it rates 34/100 (about average). You're paying a premium — worth it only if its standout strengths match your priorities.
Is now a good time to buy the AYANEO Air 1S?
At $799, the AYANEO Air 1S is at the lowest price we've tracked — a good time to buy.
Score computed with our published methodology, relative to all current handhelds. Specs sourced from manufacturer data; price verified 2026-07-01. Spotted an error? Tell us and we'll fix it. Compare this device against others in the decision tool.