For fans of handheld gaming consoles who find the current screen sizes a bit too small, Tencent has unveiled a fresh alternative that might pique their interest. According to Videocardz, the company has introduced the Sunday Dragon 3D One, a device that blurs the line between handheld and portable console. This hefty gadget boasts an 11-inch display, promising a more immersive experience—if you can manage to hold it comfortably.
Driving this device is the Intel Lunar Lake CPU, specifically the Core Ultra 7 258V chip. It packs quite a punch with four P-Cores (Lion Cove), four E-Cores (Skymont), and an Arc 140V iGPU, which features eight Xe2 cores. Our tests indicate that Intel’s latest processors have made significant strides, even matching AMD’s Strix Point (Ryzen AI 300 APUs) performance in gaming. Memory-wise, it includes a solid 32GB of LPDDR5X-8533 RAM, which should suffice for most current tasks. However, be aware that this RAM is permanently soldered onto the CPU, meaning upgrades aren’t an option. On the upside, the 1TB SSD is reported to be high-speed and upgradeable if you’re looking for more speed or capacity.
The 3D One could make its debut as the first handheld featuring Lunar Lake tech, provided it rolls out this year. This could put it ahead of MSI’s Claw 8 AI+, which isn’t expected until early 2025. Still, don’t hold your breath, as Videocardz mentions it’s currently just a prototype. Equipped with an 11-inch 2560×1440 display and a 120Hz refresh rate, it could double as a substitute laptop given its size. In contrast, GPD’s upcoming Pocket 4 mini-laptops have a max screen size of only 8.8 inches. What sets Tencent’s device apart is its real-time eye-tracking tech that enables a glasses-free 3D experience. Reports suggest that games like Path of Exile, Blade & Soul, and Arena Breakout: Infinite have been fine-tuned for this technology.
The controllers bundled with the 3D One feature advanced Hall Effect joysticks, linear triggers, and two rear buttons you can customize. They’re detachable too, letting you use alternative controllers, just ensure they fit the 3D One’s unusual dimensions. And if you’re worried about downtime, it supports 100W fast-charging, although the battery size remains unspecified.
It’s clear the 3D One follows a unique design philosophy—perhaps too unique for some. You’d expect handhelds to be ergonomic enough for prolonged gameplay, but this isn’t always achieved with smaller screens, which can dilute the vividness and grandeur of games. As it’s still in the prototype phase, expect the 3D One to have limited availability due to its niche appeal.
