Tencent Unveils 11-Inch Handheld with Lunar Lake Intel Core Ultra 7 258V, 2.5K 120Hz Display, 32GB RAM, and 1TB Storage

If the pint-sized screens of current handheld devices have left you unimpressed, Tencent might have the solution you’ve been waiting for. According to Videocardz, the tech giant has introduced a new addition for fans of portable gaming: the Sunday Dragon 3D One. While it’s marketed as a handheld, this device is more of a portable console, equipped with an 11-inch display that aims to deliver a more immersive gaming experience—granted, you can manage to hold it.

The 3D One is powered by Intel’s Lunar Lake CPU, specifically the Core Ultra 7 258V, which features a robust combination of four P-Cores (Lion Cove), four E-Cores (Skymont), and an Arc 140V iGPU with eight Xe2 cores. Our in-depth testing shows that Intel’s latest Lunar Lake lineup has made significant strides, rivaling AMD’s Strix Point (Ryzen AI 300 APUs) in gaming performance. As for memory, the device offers 32GB of LPDDR5X-8533 RAM, adequate for modern needs, although the RAM is non-upgradable since it’s soldered onto the CPU die. There’s mention of a high-speed 1TB SSD, which should offer upgrade options if you desire more capacity or speed.

Interestingly, the 3D One might be the first Lunar Lake handheld to make it to the market, potentially hitting the shelves this year before MSI’s Claw 8 AI+, which is scheduled for early 2025. However, don’t get too excited just yet—this device is currently only a prototype. Sporting a substantial 11-inch 2560×1440 display with a 120Hz refresh rate, the 3D One could seamlessly double as a mini-laptop due to its large screen size. In contrast, even GPD’s upcoming Pocket 4 mini-laptops are capped at a modest 8.8 inches. Tencent’s latest innovation includes cutting-edge real-time eye-tracking technology, allowing for a glasses-free 3D experience. It seems Tencent has optimized several titles, like Path of Exile, Blade & Soul, and Arena Breakout: Infinite, to leverage this new tech.

The included controllers employ Hall Effect joysticks, linear triggers, and feature two customizable buttons on the back. They are also detachable, allowing users to swap them out for third-party alternatives—as long as they’re compatible with the unique size of the 3D One. Additionally, it supports 100W fast-charging, although there’s no word yet on the battery capacity.

Admittedly, the 3D One showcases a rather unconventional design. You might expect a handheld to prioritize ergonomics and portability, something for long game sessions. Yet, larger screens also have their draw, offering a broader canvas to enjoy the artistic and visual elements of today’s games. Still in the prototype stage, the 3D One might see limited release due to its potentially niche appeal and geographic restrictions.