OnePlus might choose an unconventional approach for its gaming handheld, and this decision could prove beneficial.

      With a modified Mali GPU and AYANEO's MediaTek approach as a reference, OnePlus's venture into handheld devices appears less like a gamble and more like a strategic plan.

      Qualcomm's Snapdragon chips have traditionally been favored in the gaming handheld market, but OnePlus seems to be taking a different direction.

      A recent leak from the Chinese insider Digital Chat Station indicates that the anticipated OnePlus gaming handheld may come equipped with a specialized version of the MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chipset.

      Why does OnePlus favor Dimensity over Snapdragon?

      The distinguishing feature is the ARM Mali G1-Ultra MC12 GPU on the chip, which might be optimized to provide "console-level" gaming performance without the need for overclocking. The resulting graphical capability is said to be comparable to a "mini Dimensity 9600," based on the insider's information.

      While Qualcomm does offer a specific lineup aimed at gaming, it prices those chips at a premium, which ultimately escalates the cost of devices. MediaTek, in contrast, provides a more budget-friendly yet competent chipset.

      For those unfamiliar, the Dimensity 9500 chipset has already demonstrated its strength in top Chinese phones like the Vivo X300 and Oppo Find X9. This chipset features robust GPU performance, remarkable ray tracing capabilities, and commendable efficiency.

      Has anyone else followed this approach?

      Indeed, and quite successfully. AYANEO, a company with a diverse range of handheld gaming devices, has incorporated various MediaTek chips over time. For example, its Pocket PLAY device utilized the Dimensity 9300 chip.

      If a leading brand like AYANEO is confident in using MediaTek’s chips, and mainstream Chinese manufacturers rely on this chipmaker for their flagship smartphones, OnePlus's potential choice seems much less unconventional.

      Opting for a customized version of the Dimensity 9500 could enable OnePlus to competitively price its gaming handheld, applying pressure on other firms like AYANEO, Retroid, and even those centered around Qualcomm. It should be noted, however, that OnePlus has not yet confirmed any specifics about the device.

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      Players may be safe, but the situation remains complicated.

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