Following its Indiegogo campaign, OneXPlayer is now selling the X2 Mini Pro directly through its own online store—and charging a hefty price for it. The 8.8-inch handheld is the first device to feature AMD’s new Ryzen AI Max+ 388 and starts at $2,499. There’s plenty of room at the top: The top-of-the-line model with liquid cooling costs $3,229. Shipments are scheduled to begin in August 2026.
The most important facts at a glance:
- The OneXPlayer X2 Mini Pro is the first gaming handheld featuring the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 (Strix Halo).
- Prices start at $2,499 (48 GB RAM, 1 TB SSD) and go up to $3,229 for the top-of-the-line model with Frost Bay liquid cooling.
- Instead of the originally advertised Ryzen AI Max+ 395, it now features the 388 with eight CPU cores instead of 16—but the full 40-CU graphics remain.
- The 8.8-inch OLED display has a resolution of 1,920 × 1,200 and supports a variable refresh rate of 30 to 144 Hz.
- Market launch: Pre-orders available directly from OneXPlayer, with shipping beginning in August 2026.
OneXPlayer X2 Mini Pro: Prices and Configurations
When it comes to price, the X2 Mini Pro is in a league of its own—significantly higher than what traditional Windows handhelds have cost so far. Those who order the handheld through the OneXPlayer Store will pay the following, depending on the configuration:
| Configuration | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| 48 GB RAM + 1 TB SSD (air cooling) | $2,499 |
| 64 GB RAM + 1 TB SSD | $2,799 |
| 64 GB RAM + 2 TB SSD | $2,999 |
| Liquid-cooling model (without Frost Bay dock) | Starting at $2,579 |
| 48 GB + 1 TB + Frost Bay | $2,729 |
| 64 GB + 2 TB + Frost Bay (top-of-the-line model) | $3,229 |
The external Frost Bay cooling module costs an additional $80 or so when purchased separately. At launch, early adopters received a $200 discount. Important for buyers in Germany: Import sales tax and, depending on the shipping method, possible customs duties are added to the dollar prices. This means that $2,499 can quickly turn into well over 2,400 euros.
From the Ryzen AI Max+ 395 to the 388: the quiet downgrade
The most interesting detail isn’t even on the price tag. Originally, OneXPlayer had advertised the X2 Mini Pro with the top-of-the-line Ryzen AI Max+ 395 chip. In the final specifications, this has been replaced by the Ryzen AI Max+ 388 —a change that early supporters of the campaign didn’t see coming.
The difference is significant: The 395 offers 16 Zen 5 cores, while the 388 has only eight cores with 16 threads. The integrated graphics, however, remain identical—both use the Radeon 8060S with the full 40 RDNA 3.5 compute units. For pure gaming, where the GPU is usually the limiting factor, the difference should therefore remain negligible. However, anyone planning to use the handheld for heavily parallelized CPU workloads—such as video editing, compiling, or running large local AI models—will notice a significant performance loss due to the missing eight cores. Incidentally, this downgrade did not result in a price reduction.
Technical Specifications of the OneXPlayer X2 Mini Pro
| Feature | OneXPlayer X2 Mini Pro |
|---|---|
| Processor | AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 (Strix Halo), 8 Zen 5 cores / 16 threads, up to 5.0 GHz |
| Graphics | Radeon 8060S, 40 CUs (RDNA 3.5) |
| NPU / AI | 50 TOPS (XDNA 2), 118 TOPS total performance |
| Memory | 48 or 64 GB LPDDR5X (up to 8,000 MT/s), unified memory for CPU, GPU, and NPU |
| Display | 8.8-inch OLED, 1,920 × 1,200, 30–144 Hz VRR, 0.1 ms, up to 1,100 nits (HDR) |
| Storage | M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 + mini-SSD slot + microSD, up to 8 TB combined |
| Power Consumption | 45–120 W configurable (battery 55 W, air cooling 80 W, Frost Bay 120 W) |
| Battery | 85 Wh, removable |
| Ports | USB4, USB 3.2 Type-C, USB-A 3.2, 3.5-mm jack |
| Special Features | Detachable Hall-effect controllers, optional magnetic keyboard (3-in-1), fingerprint sensor, one-click installation of local AI models, OpenClaw-compatible |
| Market launch | Pre-order directly from OneXPlayer; shipping begins in August 2026 |
Handheld, tablet, and AI machine all in one
OneXPlayer positions the X2 Mini Pro as more than just a gaming console. Thanks to detachable controllers and an optional magnetic keyboard, the device becomes a 3-in-1 solution: handheld, Windows tablet, and mini-notebook. The RAM is not permanently reserved as graphics memory but is shared by the CPU, GPU, and NPU—which is practical for large local AI models.
This is precisely what the manufacturer is targeting with its marketing: Popular AI models like DeepSeek, Llama, or Qwen can be installed with a single click, and the 118 TOPS of total computing power should be sufficient for local AI assistants. For cooling, you can choose between air cooling alone (up to 80 W continuous load) and the external Frost Bay module, which increases the TDP to up to 120 W. The removable 85-Wh battery and two SSD slots round out the package.
If you’re interested in portable gaming but (understandably) don’t want to spend more than 2,500 euros, you’ll find significantly more affordable options in our roundup of the best Steam Deck alternatives. And if you’re just looking to play games without expensive hardware anyway, it’s worth checking out cloud gaming services like Amazon Luna.
Frequently Asked Questions About the OneXPlayer X2 Mini Pro
How much does the OneXPlayer X2 Mini Pro cost?
Prices start at $2,499 for the version with 48 GB of RAM and a 1 TB SSD. The 64 GB and 2 TB model costs $2,999, and the top-of-the-line model with Frost Bay liquid cooling costs $3,229. In Germany, import sales tax and possibly customs duties will be added.
What processor is in the X2 Mini Pro?
The handheld uses AMD’s Ryzen AI Max+ 388 from the Strix Halo family: eight Zen 5 cores with 16 threads, up to 5.0 GHz boost, and Radeon 8060S graphics with 40 compute units.
Why was the switch made from the Ryzen AI Max+ 395 to the 388?
OneXPlayer adjusted the configuration without much fanfare. The 388 has less CPU performance with eight cores instead of 16, but retains the full GPU. No official reason for the change—such as availability or cost—was given.
When will the OneXPlayer X2 Mini Pro be released?
Pre-orders are available directly through the OneXPlayer store. Shipping for all configurations is scheduled to begin in August 2026.
Conclusion: Lots of tech, an even higher price
The OneXPlayer X2 Mini Pro is an impressive piece of hardware from a technical standpoint: Strix Halo performance, a high-quality OLED display, and a clever 3-in-1 design in a handheld device make quite a statement. So does the price, however. Starting at $2,499 plus tax and customs duties, the device is clearly beyond what most people are willing to spend on a mobile gaming PC—especially since the quiet downgrade from the 395 to the 388 leaves a bitter aftertaste.
For enthusiasts seeking maximum mobile computing power—including on-device AI—in a tablet form factor and who can afford the premium, the X2 Mini Pro is an exciting, if expensive, device. Everyone else is better off with a Steam Deck alternative or an established Windows handheld, which are significantly more affordable. Independent tests will have to show whether AMD’s 388 chip really performs as close to the 395 in practice as the identical GPU would suggest.
