So Crazy it Might Just Work... - OneXPlayer @ CES2026
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Thanks to dbrand for sponsoring our CES 2026 coverage. Buy some stickers or whatever at: emergencysponsor.com A gaming handheld in 2026 with liquid cooling? That's unheard of. Well, it was until CES 2026, where OneXPlayer showcased the Apex: the world's first 8" gaming handheld with liquid cooling, featuring a Ryzen AI Max+ 395. Want us to unbox something? Make a suggestion at lmg.gg ► GET MERCH: lttstore.com ► GET A VPN: piavpn.com ► GET EXCLUSIVE CONTENT ON FLOATPLANE: lmg.gg ► SPONSORS, AFFILIATES, AND PARTNERS: lmg.gg Purchases made through some store links may provide some compensation to Linus Media Group. Affiliate links powered in part by affilimate.com Studio lighting by Aputure: aputure.com Linus Sebastian is an investor in Framework Computer, Inc and HexOS by Eshtek. CHAPTERS --------------------------------------------------- 0:00 OneXPlayer Apex 0:52 Four ways to play 2:47 dbrand 3:18 Display specs, buttons, thingamajigs 4:45 I/O 6:10 It's a big boi 7:10 Outro
The video covers OneXPlayer’s CES 2026 reveal of the Apex, touted as the world’s first 8 inch gaming handheld with liquid cooling. The presenter explains the motivation behind liquid cooling: to pair the powerful Ryzen AI Max Plus 395 Strix Halo chip with unified memory and Radeon 860S graphics in a handheld form factor without thermals throttling. Four cooling configurations are outlined: an AC-powered option, two external battery setups, and an optional Frostbay liquid cooling module that enables up to 120 watts of TDP when connected. The host demonstrates the Apex’s 8 inch display, 1920x1200 resolution, 120 Hz refresh rate, 16x10 aspect ratio, and the tactile feedback of the controls, including capacitive joysticks, a back button, D-pad, and a Windows game bar button. He also notes the device’s input/output versatility, such as USB-C 4, USB 3.2, and the ability to dock with external GPUs or Frost Bay for enhanced performance. The segment highlights the design details, internal cooling fans, dual speakers, and the modular storage options including M.2 SSD and a newer mini-SSD form factor, with Windows preinstalled and the possibility of SteamOS dual boot. The price and positioning are discussed, with the base Apex starting around $1,700 and the liquid-cooled variant adding roughly $260, reflecting its premium stance in a market increasingly crowded with high-end handhelds. Overall, the video blends hands-on impressions with teases of performance potential, emphasizing the Apex as a premium, desk-friendly and mobile gaming solution for enthusiasts who demand top-tier heat management and portability.
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