Abxylute to Sell Intel and Tencent’s Giant Glasses-Free 3D Handheld for Under $1,700
In January, one of the most striking prototypes I saw at CES was a massive handheld gaming PC developed by Intel and Tencent Games, featuring an 11-inch autostereoscopic (glasses-free) 3D display, detachable controllers, an Intel Lunar Lake chip, and a dedicated switch to toggle between 2D and 3D modes. Dubbed the Sunday Dragon 3D One, it was initially presented as an experimental concept. But now, Abxylute—the company known for launching the $199 cloud gaming handheld—has confirmed it will actually bring the device to market as the Abxylute 3D One. Expected to launch in late September or early October, the device will be priced under $1,700, according to Eunice Lu, Abxylute’s marketing head. While the company is largely whitelabeling the product, its official images closely resemble the CES version, including the “Sunday Dragon 3D One” name on the back—though final units will not carry that branding. The Abxylute 3D One features Tencent’s eye-tracking 3D display, co-developed with Intel and display manufacturer BOE. It also includes a Tencent app that uses a real-time interleaving algorithm to add 3D depth to 2D content, such as photos, videos, and games. However, the device is specifically optimized to deliver native 3D experiences in 50 of the top Steam titles, including Black Myth: Wukong, Naraka Bladepoint, and Hogwarts Legacy. A notable update since CES is the addition of twin touchpads on each detachable grip, along with magnetic, drift-resistant Hall effect joysticks and triggers—enhancing precision and comfort during extended play sessions. Under the hood, the device runs on Intel’s Core Ultra 258V processor and 32GB of LPDDR5X memory, driving a 120Hz, 16:10, 2560 x 1600 display. Unlike the MSI Claw 8 AI Plus—which recently received a graphics driver update that boosted its competitiveness—the Abxylute 3D One is a full 3-in-1 convertible. Its 10.95-inch screen can stand upright on a kickstand, or be paired with a magnetic keyboard folio, allowing for tablet-like use. However, it weighs in at 2.45 pounds (1.11kg), making it significantly heavier than most handhelds. The device is equipped with a 50 watt-hour battery, smaller than those in the MSI Claw 8 or the Asus ROG Ally X, and features a fixed 60Hz or 120Hz display mode—no variable refresh rate, which can impact smoothness in fast-paced games. The screen’s size and refresh rate are intentional: Lu explained that 3D mode requires a 120Hz refresh, and larger screens help preserve the stereoscopic depth effect. From personal experience, larger autostereoscopic displays do deliver a more immersive 3D experience, allowing for greater head movement without hitting bezels. While the Abxylute 3D One is less portable and considerably more expensive than other handhelds, it’s likely to attract a dedicated following. My colleague Antonio has already expressed enthusiasm for large-form-factor handhelds after testing the Acer Nitro Blaze 11, which shares a similar size and shape. Beyond gaming, the device could appeal to creators and designers who need a glasses-free 3D preview tool for 3D models, animations, and digital art—though standalone 3D screens and high-end laptops with similar capabilities already exist. Still, for those seeking a unique blend of portability, immersive 3D, and gaming power, the Abxylute 3D One may well stand out as a bold new option.
