The 'Nintendo Switch' for cloud gaming (the new Razer console).

As part of the RazerCon 2022, the Singaporean brand presented the Razer Edge 5G, a portable video game console that will be released early next year.

The Razer Edge is a portable console that aims to compete with the Steam Deck. It will have two versions: one with Wi-Fi only connection for $399.99 and another that has 5G (through Verizon's service). The first one will be available for sale in January 2023, while the 5G version will be available in the early months of the same year.

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Features of the Razer Edge

The Razer Edge 5G is a portable console that supports native Android games, but can also download titles from Epic Games, Steam, Moonlight and Parsec. It can be reserved for five dollars.

• Screen: AMOLED 144 Hz 6.8" at 2400x1080
• Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon G3x Gen 1 Gaming Platform
• Operating System: Android 12
• RAM: 8GB LPDDR5
• Storage: 128GB, expandable with external MicroSD memory up to 2TB
• Battery: 5,000 mAh
• Audio: Dual-way speakers with two digital microphones
• Camera: 5MP, 1080 @60 fps
• Connectivity: Wifi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, USB Type C, 3.5mm Jack for headphones (in addition, the 5G version has eSIM and Sub 6, mmWave antenna)
• Weight: 262 grams
• Dimensions: 253 x 87 x 13.88 mm
• Controls: Via USB-C. 2 analog sticks, 8 buttons, 1 D-pad, 2 triggers, 2 bumpers, 2 configurable buttons