In this article, we will take a look at some of the best handheld gaming devices of 2022. All devices on this list come with core gaming features while remaining compact and easy to move around. These are the best options for those looking out to join the gaming community without getting an actual gaming console or setup.
Nintendo Switch Lite
The Nintendo Switch Lite comes became official back in the year 2019, but it is still a great pick when shopping for a handheld gaming device. It comes with an LCD 5.5-inch screen display that supports touch controls. For its processing power, the Nintendo Switch Lite comes with the NVIDIA Custom Tegra CPU and up to 32GB worth of built-in storage. If a user needs more storage, the built-in capacity is expandable to 2TB with the use of a microSDHC or microSDXC card.
Connectivity features here bring support for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.1 for internet access and wireless connections. As for software, this handheld gaming device from Nintendo runs on the company’s in-house software, with availability for a ton of games. The battery capacity here is, 3570mAh, and it retails for $199 at the Nintendo official store.
Logitech G Cloud
This is the first handheld cloud gaming device from Logitech, and it became official a few months ago. Unlike the Nintendo Switch Lite, the Logitech G Cloud comes with a 7-inch IPS LCD touchscreen display supporting a 60Hz refresh rate. It makes use of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G processor with 64GB worth of built-in storage, which is expandable with a microSD card.
For its connectivity features, the Logitech G Cloud gaming console supports Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.1 for internet and wireless connections. The software on this handheld gaming device is Android 11, and it also supports cloud gaming subscription services like NVIDIA GeForce Now or Xbox Game Pass. The battery on this device can last over 12 hours on a single charge, and it retails for $299 directly from the Logitech G online store.
AYANEO 2
In need of more power to step up your gaming on a portable device? If yes, the AYAENO 2 might just be the best pick for your needs, as it features an impressive 7-inch screen with a full glass front panel. This helps improve the aesthetics of the device, for its power, it makes use of the AMD Ryzen 6800U processor with up to 32GB of RAM and 2TB of storage.
The AYANEO 2 supports Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity for stable internet and wireless connections. This handheld gaming device runs Windows OS as well as AYANEO OS, which is more refined for gaming. Battery capacity here is 50.25W, which is said to last long hours on a single charge. As for its retail price, the AYANEO 2 starts at $1099 for the base storage and memory options.
These are the best handheld gaming devices of 2022, other honourable mentions include the Steam Deck. Unlike the AYANEO 2, the Steam Deck is a bulky option and might not fit in well with the needs of most gamers, as it requires a while to get familiar with. Nintendo also has the Switch and Switch OLED gaming consoles, which are a handheld blend between a handheld gaming device and a standard gaming console. We expect more product releases in this gaming category in the coming years, bringing more power while remaining portable.
