While heavy and not the most powerful handheld, it does run games well.
1.Pricing & specs2.Design & build3.Game performance & software4.Display5.Battery life6.Speakers & Mic7.Competition8.Scorecard9.Should you buy it?
Some are more powerful, while others offer unique conveniences that meet specific needs.
When the screen is at its resting position, the Slide looks a lot like other gaming handhelds on the market.
Meanwhile,AYANEOkeeps launching new handhelds with unique designs.
Disclaimer: This review was made possible by a review unit provided by AYANEO.
The company did not see the contents of the review before publishing.
So, it makes sense that the price would be higher due to this unique feature.
So you’re able to choose the configuration that best meets your gaming needs.
A power button and volume button are found along the top of the Slide and are easy to access.
AYANEO Slide comes in packaging designed to look like a retro VHS tape.
This extra weight is undoubtedly part of having a sliding screen mechanism and keyboard.
Speaking of the screen, a spring mechanism keeps it from sliding around when it shouldn’t.
The sliding mechanism operates very nicely.
The AYANEO Slide’s screen holds sturdy when floating above the keyboard.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central)
If these were covered, it would look better.
It’s a very intuitive arrangement that makes interacting with programs or Windows options simple and straightforward.
Mostly, the AYANEO’s scores were lower than most other gaming handhelds on the market.
The AYANEO Slide screen can also be tilted up when extended for a better viewing experience.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central)
My guess is that this lower performance is a tradeoff for featuring that unique sliding screen and keyboard.
This software includes a game launcher as well as the ability to adjust game tweaks.
The game launcher works well enough, and there are plenty of controls options to work with.
There are two USB-C ports and a microSD card slot on the AYANEO Slide.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central)
It would be nice if this was overhauled to look better and read more clearly.
This allows details to look very crisp and sharp.
Now, not being able to get as bright served my pre-bedtime gaming purposes rather well.
The screens that support the Slide screen are visible when the display is extended.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central)
Just don’t expect to play with the Slide outside in bright daylight.
As I said, it’s not amazing, but it’s pretty standard for a gaming handheld.
The included USB-C charging cable can be plugged into the included wall adapter or can be used separately.
The AYANEO Slide’s joysticks and triggers feature Hall Effect sensors and aren’t likely to develop drift.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central)
I often switched depending on where I was sitting and which port was easier to reach.
It didn’t take long to feel disappointed.
Slide audio sounds very distant and muddled, with the rig incapable of distinctly producing mid-range and bass tones.
Specific buttons for bringing up an on screen keyboard are on the top of the device near the power and volume buttons.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central)
But this just ends up shoveling a tinny and distant-sounding mush of audio in my direction instead.
As such, you really should rely on a good headset when playing with the Slide.
Meanwhile, the dual microphone turned out to be far more impressive.
A large, orange AYASpace button is on the right to access the game launcher and adjust settings.(Image credit: Rebecca Spear / Windows Central)
There’s a microphone on top of the equipment as well as one on the bottom.
However, only a few can be called thebest gaming handhelds.
However, this also makes it more limited out of the box.
The AYANEO Slide earned a decent score of 5,473 in PCMark 10 Office benchmark testing.(Image credit: Windows Central)
Finally, Lenovo decided to take a more unique approach to its gaming handheld, theLegion Go.
There’s also a relatively massive 8.8-inch IPS touchscreen that can reach up to a 144Hz refresh rate.
Plus, it doesn’t supportVRR, so it doesn’t play quite as smoothly as ROG Ally.
The AYANEO Slide earned a benchmark score of 4,694 in Geekbench 6.(Image credit: Windows Central)
But it’s still a fantastic option for people who value a fantastic display.
AYANEO Slide: Scorecard
AYANEO Slide: Is it worth buying this handheld?
Plus, it does this without bringing up an on-screen keyboard that blocks your programs from view.
The AYANEO Slide earned a CrossMark benchmark score of 897.(Image credit: Windows Central)
It’s perfect for the people who hate doing the delete, archive, reinstall dance.
It reminds me of the late 1990s and early 2000s when phones were built like this.
If you want a handheld with a simplified interface, the Steam Deck might be more your speed.
In CrystalDiskMark benchmark testing, the AYANEO Slide scored a Write speed of 3,485MB/s and a read speed of 3,567MB/s.(Image credit: Windows Central)
This is largely due to its unique sliding screen and keyboard design.
If you don’t need these features, then you should consider more economical alternatives.
So, should you buy this expensive handheld?
In 3DMark Time Spy benchmark testing, the AYANEO Slide earned a score of 1,014.(Image credit: Windows Central)
That depends on what you intend to do with the Slide.
If you play games that require more typing, then it definitely should be something you consider.
In Cinebench R23 benchmark testing, the AYANEO Slide earned a single-core score of 1,108 and a multi-core score of 11,576.(Image credit: Windows Central)
While on low ray tracing settings in Cyberpunk 2077, the AYANEO Slide was able to reach an average of 30 FPS.(Image credit: Windows Central)
AYASpace 2.0 is often badly formatted and can make it harder to read certain text.
AYANEO Slide display produced 100% of sRGB, 87% of AdobeRGB, and 95% of P3.
The included USB-C charging adapter is roughly 4.9 feet long.
Backlit keys make it easier to use the keyboard even in darker lighting.
There are dozens of other gaming handhelds on the market today.
The AYANEO Slide is pricey, but can be very helpful in certain use cases.
