Ayaneo Launches Pocket S2 and S2 Pro: Android Gaming Handhelds with Snapdragon G3 Gen 3
High-performance gaming on-the-go with detachable D-pad, 2K display, and up to 10,000mAh battery
Premium Build and Display
- The Ayaneo Pocket S2 series features a 6.3-inch 2K IPS display with 2560×1440 resolution, 466 PPI, and 600 nits brightness.
- Supports 120% sRGB and 90% DCI-P3, ensuring vibrant visuals for mobile and retro games.
- Boasts a bezel-less design with a slim 15.9mm CNC-machined aluminum frame.
Cutting-Edge Snapdragon G3 Gen 3 Performance
- Powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon G3 Gen 3, featuring a 3.3GHz prime core and Adreno A33 GPU.
- Promises 30% CPU and 28% GPU gains over its predecessor.
- Achieves over 2 million points on AnTuTu, per Ayaneo’s internal testing.
Cooling, Battery, and Charging
- Thermal control is handled via a custom system with a 6630mm² copper plate, 14295mm² fin array, and top-down fan.
- Pocket S2: 8000mAh battery, 40W fast charging.
- Pocket S2 Pro: 10,000mAh battery, 60W PD charging and bypass mode to reduce battery wear.
- Both devices weigh under 450g.
Gaming Controls and Modularity
- Features TMR electromagnetic joysticks: drift-free, precise, with RGB lighting.
- Pocket S2 Pro offers a detachable D-pad, switchable between standard and eight-way layouts for genre-specific play.
AYASpace Software & Compatibility
- AYASpace platform enables:
- Advanced remapping, performance tuning, and device spoofing for graphic unlocks.
- Retro game management, mouse-keyboard emulation, and Turnip drivers for smoother PC emulation.
Pricing and Availability
- Available for pre-order in China and via Indiegogo globally:
- Pocket S2 (8GB+128GB) starts at ¥2999 ($439).
- Pocket S2 Pro (16GB+1TB) at ¥4999 ($699), with editions like Retro Power and B.Duck.
- Shipping begins end of July.
With high-end performance, modular controls, and serious battery capacity, the Ayaneo Pocket S2 series sets a new bar for Android handheld gaming.
