AYANEO Next II
SpecRater 65/100AYANEO · Windows · released 2026-03-01 · $1799
The do-everything flagship. Strix Halo power, a huge 9" HDR OLED and a massive 115Wh battery. It's effectively a portable gaming laptop — heavy, large, and very expensive.
Check current price →At $1799, the AYANEO Next II is at the lowest price we've tracked — a good time to buy.
Based on 2 price observations we've recorded · price last verified 2026-06-28.
Where the AYANEO Next II stands out — and where it doesn't
Measured against the current handheld field, not the spec sheet alone.
- Performance: runs demanding AAA games noticeably better than most rivals.
- Battery: lasts longer between charges than the typical handheld here.
- Display: has a clearly better screen than most of the field.
- Value: is pricier for what you get than most options.
- Portability: is heavier or bulkier than most.
Best for players who want to push demanding AAA titles. Think twice if is pricier for what you get than most options, look elsewhere.
Score breakdown
| Performance | 100/100 |
|---|---|
| Battery | 63/100 |
| Display | 77/100 |
| Value | 4/100 |
| Software | 70/100 |
| Portability | 26/100 |
| Build | 100/100 |
Full specifications
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Chip (APU/SoC) | AMD Ryzen AI Max 385 (Strix Halo) |
| Graphics | Radeon 8060S |
| RAM | 32GB LPDDR5X-8000 |
| Storage | 1024GB · microSD expandable |
| Display | |
| Screen | 9.06" OLED |
| Resolution | 2400x1504 · 313 PPI |
| Refresh rate | 144Hz · VRR |
| Brightness | 500 nits |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Battery & physical | |
| Battery | 115Wh · ~5.5h typical play |
| Weight | 1010g |
| Thickness | 30mm |
| Controls & connectivity | |
| Hall-effect sticks | Yes |
| Gyro aiming | Yes |
| Ports | USB4, USB4, USB-C, microSD |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Software | |
| Operating system | Windows 11 |
| Released | 2026-03-01 |
How the AYANEO Next II fits the field
AYANEO Next II — frequently asked questions
Is the AYANEO Next II good for battery life?
Its battery rating is above average for a handheld — roughly 5.5 hours in moderate play. Capping the framerate extends that meaningfully.
Is the AYANEO Next II powerful enough for AAA games?
On performance it scores 100/100, above average for the current field. It handles demanding modern titles well.
Is the AYANEO Next II worth the price at $1799?
On value it rates 4/100 (below 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 Next II?
At $1799, the AYANEO Next II 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 2026-06-28. Spotted an error? Tell us and we'll fix it. Compare this device against others in the decision tool.