ISLAMABAD – AYANEO has introduced the Pocket Micro 2, the successor to its retro-inspired Android gaming handheld, bringing upgraded hardware, a larger battery and improved controls.
The new handheld retains the 3.5-inch LCD display with a resolution of 960×640 pixels but replaces its predecessor’s processor with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 865 chipset. According to the company, the new chip delivers more than twice the performance of the previous model.
Battery capacity has also been increased to 3,950mAh from 2,600mAh, offering longer gaming sessions. The larger battery has resulted in a slightly bigger design, with the Pocket Micro 2 measuring 162×67.8×18mm and weighing 248 grams.
AYANEO has redesigned the controls, introducing a larger directional pad and bigger ABXY buttons alongside recessed dual TMR joysticks. The shoulder buttons now feature different heights to improve usability and reduce accidental presses.
The Pocket Micro 2 will be available in two standard configurations: 6GB RAM with 128GB storage, priced at $269, and 8GB RAM with 256GB storage for $309. A limited-edition Stardust Purple variant with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage will retail for $339.
The handheld also includes a microSD card slot for expandable storage, a 3.5mm headphone jack, Bluetooth 5.1 and Wi-Fi 6 connectivity. It ships with Android, although AYANEO has not specified the software version.
The company has announced a $30 launch discount on all variants. The Pocket Micro 2 initially went on sale through AYANEO’s online store but sold out shortly after launch due to limited availability.
