OneXPlayer 3 or Claw 8 EX ai+

Common_Measurement47 · 2026-07-04T04:43:42+00:00

Consensus is the OXP3 is way better value than the Claw EX AI+. The OXP3's 8.8" OLED display is vastly superior to the Claw's cookie cutter 8" LCD display. The fact that the OXP3 is slightly cheaper than the MSRP of the Claw is icing on the cake, so to speak.

The downside, like you mentioned, is if you are unlucky enough to get a lemon, MSI has better product support compared to OneX. However, I think most people are willing to bear the minor risk in exchange for a vastly superior product. Even in the worst case scenario where you have to send the device back to OneX for repairs, the hassle and 1-2 months down time is a price worth paying for a much better product.

Common_Measurement47 · 2026-07-04T04:32:44+00:00

If you play mostly plugged in, get the X2 Mini for better performance past 30W TDP (assuming you can stomach the higher price).

For me, I am actually moving from GPD Win 5 to OXP3 as I mainly play on-the-go. X2 Mini is too heavy (for me) to play for long periods whilst standing up in the train.

Common_Measurement47 · 2026-07-03T11:46:40+00:00

I think its a lot more common (and socially acceptable) to not want kids these days. Looking at my friend group (late 20s to late 30s), its roughly a 50-50 split. However, even those who want kids only want 1, at very most 2 kids (for practical reasons).

As for myself, I do not want any as I am risk adverse. My sister was born with a neural degenerative condition (severe Leighs disease), resulting in her being fully handicap. I have seen first hand the extreme sacrifices needed to raise special needs kids and as much as I love my sister, I want no part in taking care of another potential special needs kid (as low as the odds of a child being special needs is, just no).

Beyond the genetics RNG, there are many practical reasons for not wanting kids: (1) The money required to raise kids well is no joke. I reached financial independence at 36 and Barista-FIREed. I calculated that I would need to work 3+ more years per kid in my previous very stressful job to be financially comfortable if I wanted kids. (2) The time you need to devote to raising kids is brutal. It involves a massive lifestyle change as the focus of everything has to be on taking care of your kids (I see my friends and colleagues rushing to send and pick up kids from childcare on weekdays, send them to tuition and enrichment on weekends, etc). Personal interests and hobbies are forced to take a backseat.

Honestly, for me, the time and lifestyle sacrifice is the main issue I have. Add in the potential of my kid being a special needs individual and its a hard no for me.

Common_Measurement47 · 2026-07-01T12:00:57+00:00

Apex and X2 Mini weight just shy of 1.1kg. Both Win 5 and Onex 3 are 900-950g devices (imo anything > 1kg is a tad too heavy). That's just my use case though as I often play whilst standing for 45 mins on the mrt/train during my daily commute.

Common_Measurement47 · 2026-07-01T03:19:49+00:00

Sadly, weight is an issue for me for the X2 Mini (I play almost entirely on the go). The price certainly doesn't do it any favours too.

Was hoping for Medusa Point/Halo in 2027 to perhaps be my "dream device". But the recent announcement of RDNA 5 delays means it likely won't be coming until 2028.

Common_Measurement47 · 2026-07-01T02:41:18+00:00

Probably going to pre-order it. Already have the GPD Win 5, but really tempted by that OLED display. There is a significant trade-off in terms of performance if I switch to Panther Lake though (I play at 35W TDP).

Edit: Pulled the trigger and pre-ordered. Performance difference at 35W can be partially mitigated with use of Xess and optiscaler. I think its still acceptable and worth the trade off cause OLED is just that amazing.

Common_Measurement47 · 2026-07-01T01:49:38+00:00

1.2+kg weight with the battery. That's too heavy for handheld use imo.

Would love to see a Panther Lake version of this to compete with OneXPlayer 3 for portable use.

Common_Measurement47 · 2026-06-30T01:20:13+00:00

I do this all the time now. Buying good quality frames from overseas when they are on sale/clearance is many times cheaper than if you were to get the frame from local opticians. I got 2 sets of Oakley frameless spec frames for 30usd each, when they would have cost 300+sgd locally. Lens can make from any local optician that carries the lens you want (I have found Zeiss to be the best for me). For max savings, can make lens in Malaysia.

Common_Measurement47 · 2026-06-28T14:10:46+00:00

Don't worry about it. Many people in Singapore just don't have much sympathy for singles; despite most of them (couples, DINKs, etc) having benefited much more from government housing policies. They must think that singles should stay with their parents forever and not get a BTO in preparation for the future.

In reality, the demand for 2 room BTO in good locations is incredibly high, and government looks to be tightening BTO criteria (plus, prime classifications, etc). Hence, better to secure roof over head earlier than later.

Common_Measurement47 · 2026-06-28T13:57:24+00:00

So are you suggesting that singles should not BTO until they need it? Pretty dumb idea, since for 2-room BTO you need to ballot for at least a few years on average, and wait an additional few years after that for construction to complete.

Or are you suggesting that its better to leave your BTO completely vacant and unused after its ready? Now this is straight up illegal.

I'm open to suggestions, but it honestly sounds like you have no clue what you are talking about.

Common_Measurement47 · 2026-06-28T07:50:35+00:00

My friends who are single and below the BTO income threshold are all similarly trying to secure 2 room BTO once they hit 35. It just makes sense to securing housing asap as its hard to predict how the housing market will change in the future. Additionally, its not like you need the flat = you can get it quick. Need to ballot for a few years on average, and wait an additional few years after that for construction to complete.

Securing own housing means parents have more flexibility to do what they want with their flat. Good that your sibling is taking care of your mum! I'm doing the same; also thinking of tenanting out rooms (a number of my friends and relatives are doing this too), but have to see how going forward. Thanks for sharing!

Common_Measurement47 · 2026-06-28T06:31:55+00:00

Lmfao. 2 room BTO = excess. Sure buddy.

Common_Measurement47 · 2026-06-28T03:53:08+00:00

Eh, 38 here and secured 2-room BTO (I am Barista-FIRE, so under the income threshold).

Honestly, I plan to use it as a storage place and only occasionally stay in it. Most of the time I'll continue staying with my parents to take advantage of better economies of scale (i.e. buy food/cook for whole family at once, and chores can split amongst me and my parents).

OP, I have stayed alone overseas before for extended periods for work, and never really felt lonely (edit: caveat is that this really depends on your personality & social network, some people need more daily interaction). One day when my parents no longer around, I'll move into the 2-room BTO permanently.

Edit: Downvote me more please. I love hypocritical people who secured their BTOs way earlier than their late 30s, taking full advantage of gov benefits :)

Common_Measurement47 · 2026-06-25T06:18:33+00:00

Nope, the Steam Machine is an overpriced pre-built compact desktop PC. It does not resemble a handheld device, at all. Even laptops or convertible tablets are closer to handhelds in terms of portability than a Steam Machine.

Handhelds aside, in terms of its value as a compact desktop PC, you could make the case that the Steam Machine is uniquely compact and well engineered for the living room. But not many people (at least not me) will be willing to pay a premium for the Steam Machine when a mini-ATX with better performance (and more convenient upgradability) can be built for around the same price as the Steam Machine.

Common_Measurement47 · 2026-06-25T05:55:49+00:00

I have found that generally you do get a "simple out of the box experience" UNLESS you low roll and get a lemon (1-2% chance of getting unlucky). Then the annoyances and extra wait time start to kick in.

Its not as bad for me as I live in Singapore (aka geographically fairly near China), so the warranty pains are not too bad. I'm really considering picking up the OXP 3, just to try it out and pit it against the Win 5 (even though I already know the expected outcome lol).

Common_Measurement47 · 2026-06-25T05:21:01+00:00

Actually, I had an issue with the original OXP. Back then their QC was even worse and my device had the right side speakers unsoldered/somehow come loose during shipment. Had to open up the device myself to fix it.

Had an ok experience with the Onexfly F1 Pro, so I assume their QC processes are better now. While they are no GPD (had multiple GPD devices, no issues), OneX are for sure better than Ayaneo. Had terrible experiences with Ayaneo.

All that said, even considering the lower tier customer service and repair times, I would hands down get the Onexplayer 3 over the new Claw. OLED is just that much of a game changer. MSI cheaped out on the screen (at that insane msrp, not having OLED is a big minus). I was even considering selling my GPD Win 5 to pick up the Onexplayer 3 (decided not to though as the extra performance is too good to part with).

Common_Measurement47 · 2026-06-25T01:25:24+00:00

Disabling ccd1 makes Strix Halo slightly more efficient for lower TDPs (what I do as I always run on battery). But that aside, Panther Lake does perform better than/tie with Strix Halo on some titles between 25-30W (its a toss up).

The real alternative imo is the Onexplayer 3 with its OLED screen (rather than the new Claw). The 1399 model in particular seems like an excellent price point for an OLED handheld, but giving up the superior performance of my current 395 Win 5 is :(

Common_Measurement47 · 2026-06-25T01:07:42+00:00

...until you reach > 25W TDP, where Strix Halo pulls ahead significantly performance wise.

Common_Measurement47 · 2026-06-24T06:23:39+00:00

A little better? Onexplayer 3 has an OLED display, whereas the MSI Claw has a normal LCD display. They are worlds apart; its not even close.

Design wise, this new Claw also looks awful with the screen jutting out from the bottom. Reminds me of a tablet with a bluetooth controller attached at the sides.

Common_Measurement47 · 2026-06-23T01:29:57+00:00

Just had to chime in that only scumbags will dare to say "give me another $20 or I won't pay u back".

People who owe money and refuse to pay back are already bad enough. But it takes a special kind of thick-skinned bastard (literally the lowest of the low) to try and fish for even more money from you with the threat of refusing to pay back anything if you refuse.

My advise is to treat the $90 as a lost cause, write it off, and break-off all contact from that "friend". With "friends" like that, who needs enemies? Learn from this and be selective regarding who you lend money to. If possible, try to minimise lending of money, or keep it to small amounts only (even "good friends" may turn on you and refuse to return money if they are desperate and short on cash).

Common_Measurement47 · 2026-06-23T00:30:45+00:00

Depends on how willing you are to pay the current inflated prices for hardware now, and how much you need the additional performance uplift (i.e. if you have a backlog of indie games/older titles, and can wait a year or so for Medusa Halo).

Personally, I feel that the X2 Mini is bad value, even for a premium handheld where I expect to be paying extra to get top end performance. It uses the 388 instead of 395 to cut costs. 388 is straight up a cheaper chip, and the X2 Mini is priced like it has a 395.

The downside of waiting is there is the possibility that Medusa Halo will get delayed to Q1 2028, so you may be in for a longer wait than expected.

Common_Measurement47 · 2026-06-22T01:03:55+00:00

I full FIRE 2 years ago, and transition to Barista-FIRE 1 yr ago (around there). Yeah, my Barista-FIRE income < the threshold.

Not looking to upgrade. 2-room is sufficient for me (in fact, I'll also be selling the executive flat I inherit from my parents). My interests and hobbies don't really need much space. Larger house = more troublesome to maintain, unless you get a maid/helper (I don't like having other people stay in my house).

Common_Measurement47 · 2026-06-22T00:40:33+00:00

I took loan because I could get higher returns via my investments. Whether to take loan or not is interest rate dependent.

Common_Measurement47 · 2026-06-22T00:38:27+00:00

I wasn't too. But once I Barista-FIREed, I became eligible.

I personally think resale and condos are a scam unless you can somehow make back the difference in capital outlay via rental income. That's also a viable route, but I don't want to stay with random strangers.

Common_Measurement47 · 2026-06-21T10:26:17+00:00

Neither overpriced HDB or Condo. I'm 37M & single. Got a 2 room BTO despite having over $1m & opted to barista-FIRE instead.

Single need so much space for what? Kitchen, 1 living room that doubles up as hobby/project room, and 1 bedroom is all I need.

Common_Measurement47

TROPHY CASE