Switch like gaming UMPC AYANEO NEXT And NEXT Pro is now available for pre-order.

 

High Beam Co., Ltd. started accepting reservations for two models of UMPC AYANEO NEXT / NEXT Pro developed by Shenzhen AYANEO from February 25th. In addition to the crowdfunding site Indiegogo", you can make reservations on AYANEO Japan Official Site" and "Amazon".
 

This machine is the latest work of the "AYANEO" series sold as a portable gaming PC equipped with Ryzen. The major change from the predecessor "AYANEO 2021 Pro" is that the CPU has changed from "Ryzen 7 4800 U (3rd generation)" to "Ryzen 7 58 25U (4th generation)". As a result, the performance has improved by an average of 19%, and it has become possible to play so-called AAA titles without feeling stress in image quality and speed.

Other changes from the predecessor are summarized below.

Redesigned housing. Achieves a more comfortable hold by adopting a streamlined type
Improved grip by designing the controller based on ergonomics
"Hall sensor" is used for the joystick and trigger sensors.
The joystick is a modular design that can be replaced with the one you like
Fingerprint authentication function added to the power button

The housing has been completely redesigned from its predecessor's crisp design. Regarding the texture, it is said that it has realized a gentle touch like baby skin.　

The joystick part is designed to be replaceable, which is appreciated by those who want to pursue operability. Will various sticks be sold by the company in the future?　

In addition, it is the first UMPC to adopt a "Hall sensor", and it is said that the occurrence of the "drift phenomenon" in which the cursor moves freely has been reduced to zero. It was also a problem with Nintendo Switch. Compared to any other controller, it has achieved much higher input accuracy.

 In terms of security, the addition of fingerprint authentication to the power button is also highly evaluated. Even though it is a UMPC, it is just like a "game console" that you can unlock it at the same time you turn on the power and start playing immediately.

AYANEO NEXT

By the way, the only difference between "NEXT" and "NEXT Pro" is memory, storage, and color variation. The choice of memory and storage depends on the intended use, and I'm worried about the color variation of "Pro" only. The slightly dull shade of blue seems to satisfy the desire to own just by having it. Initially, the usual "NEXT" was also available in four colors, but due to the manufacturer's circumstances, it was only available in white and black. I think there are quite a few people who pick up Pro" because they want dull blue.

Due to the design change, it has become slightly larger and heavier than its predecessor, but I would like to expect an evolved comfort and performance that does not make you feel it. Product shipping is scheduled for late April.

The spec comparison with the previous model "AYANEO 2021 Pro" is as follows.

AYANEO NEXT / NEXT PRO    AYANEO 2021 Pro
CPU    AMD Ryzen7 5825U    AMD Ryzen7 4800U
GPU    AMD Radeon Vega 8    AMD Radeon Graphics
memory    16GB / 32GB LPDDR4x 4266MHz    16GB LPDDR4x 4266MHz
capacity    1TB / 2TB M.2 (NVMe) 2280    1TB M.2 (NVMe) 2280
screen    7 inch LCD IPS / 1280 x 800    7 inch LCD IPS / 1280 x 800
size    Approximately 267 x 112 x 30 mm, 720 g    Approximately 255 x 106 x 20 mm, 650 g
battery    4,100mAh    4,100mAh
Color    Bright White, Jet Black,
Pastel Blue, Midnight Blue, Silver * Limited to Next Pro except White and Black
Light Moon, Dark Star
others    Fingerprint authentication, Hall effect sensor, Type-C PD (quick charge) compatible, 3.5mm earphone jack    Type-C PD (quick charge) compatible, 3.5mm earphone jack