During my testing of the MSI Claw, I experienced a mess of disappointing issues that forced me to give it a less-than-positive score. In fact, we wouldn’t recommend the Claw to anyone seeking a handheld gaming PC in its current state. This is pretty heartbreaking as a lover of the best handheld gaming devices, but you’re far better off investing in the Lenovo Legion Go or Asus ROG Ally.
However, one facet of its physical design baffled me (and it’s not the first time I’ve seen it). It’s something that might not bother most gamers who experience it, as my grip on devices often differs from theirs. But even if they have no issue with it, it’s a strange mishap in design nonetheless. I’m, of course, talking about bumpers that are clickable only on most of its surface, with some parts being difficult or impossible to push down. Let me explain.
