AYANEO is a Chinese company that manufactures handheld gaming computers. In 2024, the company officially launched the AYANEO Pocket S as a flagship Android handheld that features the Snapdragon G3x Gen 2 gaming platform. The company has once again partnered with Qualcomm and launched its successor with Qualcomm Snapdragon G3 Gen 3 Platform this time. In this article, we will get into the depth of the newly launched AYANEO Pockect S2 including its features and availability.

AYANEO Pocket S2 Overview

At the 2025 Game Developers Conference (GDC) in San Francisco, AYANEO officially announced the Pocket S2. Along with this, they also introduced the upgraded Qualcomm Snapdragon G series platform.

Performance and Battery

Let's begin with performance which is the main highlight of the device. The Pocket S2 is the first handheld to use the Snapdragon G3 Gen 3 platform, offering significant upgrades over the previous G3 Gen 2. The new chipset has an 8-core CPU with 1 prime core, 5 performance cores, and 2 efficiency cores making it 30% faster than the Gen 2. Furthermore, on the graphic side, the improved Adreno A32 GPU with ray tracing support is 28% faster than the previous generation. The company also claims that the Pocket S2 has the largest battery in its category. It supports fast charging which helps quickly recharge the device which reduces the wait times and allows for longer gaming sessions. However, the exact battery size is not specified.

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Design and Display

The Pocket S2 keeps the brand's signature slim design, and portable build with a CNC all-metal frame. The device also features an "Upgraded" Hall Joystick, Hall Liner Trigger for better control, and dual-axis vibration motors that enhance the gaming experience with realistic feedback. The display is a 6.3-inch 1440p IPS HD TrueColor screen with 466 ppi offering a fantastic visual experience.

Other Features

The device has an air intake grate on the back to improve heat management that ensures that the processor stays efficient. Also, it includes an ultra-large heat sink and an active cooling fan to improve heat dissipation. The handheld comes pre-installed with AYANEO's own Android handheld management software including AYASpace and AYAHome. For faster and more reliable connections, the Pocket S2 features Wi-Fi 7.

AYANEO Pocket S2 Specifications

• Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon G3 Gen 3 platform
  • CPU: 8-core (1 prime core, 5 performance cores, 2 efficiency cores)
  • GPU: Adreno A32 with ray tracing support
• Battery: Largest in its category with fast charging (exact size not specified)
• Display: 6.3-inch 1440p IPS HD TrueColor Display, 466 ppi
• Design: CNC all-metal frame, slim and portable
• Control: Upgraded Hall Joystick, Hall Liner Trigger, dual-axis vibration motors
• Cooling: Ultra-large heat sink, active cooling fan
• Software: AYASpace and AYAHome pre-installed
• Network: Wi-Fi 7 for faster, stable connections

AYANEO Pocket S2 Availability

The AYANEO Pocket S2 has been launched officially in Hong Kong and is available for pre-order for the price of HKD 5,487. When it launches in Nepal we can expect the price of AYANEO Pocket S2 to be around NPR 100,000.

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