{"slug": "msi-claw-8-ex-ai-pre-order-where-to-buy-in-the-us-uk-and-canada", "title": "MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ pre order & where to buy in the US, UK, and Canada", "summary": "MSI has launched pre-orders for the Claw 8 EX AI+ gaming handheld, powered by the Intel Arc G3 Extreme chip, starting at $1,699. The device, announced at Computex, sold out at some US retailers like the official MSI store, while UK and Canada listings are still pending. The handheld features an 8-inch 120Hz touchscreen and up to 32GB RAM and 1TB SSD, with a release date set for June 23.", "body_md": "👋\nNewsletters\nSubscribe to our newsletters\nSign up for our free, weekly newsletter!\nSubscribe\nBy signing up, you acknowledge our\nprivacy policy\nand may receive occasional deal communications; you can unsubscribe anytime.\nLeave this field empty if you're human:\nPC Guide\nSearch\nComputing\nGaming PC\nTablet PC\nLaptop\nDesktop Computer\nComponents\nGPU\nCPU\nMotherboard\nRAM\nPC Case\nCooling\nPower Supplies (PSU)\nHDD\nSSD\nNetworking & Peripherals\nRouter\nModem\nNAS\nWiFi\nComputer Chair\nMonitor\nKeyboard\nMouse\nComputer Microphone\nHeadset\nComputer Desk\nWebcam\nElectronics\nConsole\nFitness & Tech\nRaspberry Pi\n3D Printer\nTV\nProjector\nVR\nSmart Home\nPrinter\nSoftware\nMicrosoft Office\nWindows 10\nWindows 11\nAndroid\niOS\nApps\nSoftware Downloads\nInternet Safety\nFlight Simulator\nAI\nGuides\nHow To\nCompare\nFAQs\nFeatured\nReview\nNews\nDeals\nSpring Sale\nTools\n\n```\nHome > News \n\nMSI Claw 8 EX AI+ pre order & where to buy in the US, UK, and Canada\n\n                            Everything you need to know about buying MSI's latest Claw gaming handheld                    \n\nJack Goodall\n\n \n\nLast Updated on June 16, 2026  \n\n        PC Guide is reader-supported. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Read More\n\nTable of Contents \n\nMSI Claw 8 EX AI+ US retailers\nPrime Day is coming — don’t miss the deals\nMSI Claw 8 EX AI+ UK expected retailers\nMSI Claw 8 EX AI+ Canada expected retailers\nAre MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ pre orders available?\nHow much does the MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ cost?\n\nWith the MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ release date around the corner, pre-orders have now gone live for the Intel Arc G3 Extreme-powered handheld. In fact, we’ve already seen them sell out, so there’s no time to waste if you want to grab one in time for launch in the coming days. The EX model arrives as the very first gaming handheld powered by Intel’s brand-new G3 chip.\nTo help you find it in your region, we’ve curated a list of the best retailers selling the Claw 8 EX AI+. MSI announced the device during Computex in early June and has not wasted much time getting it ready to ship. Another G3-powered handheld announced during the event was the Acer Predator Atlas 8, but that’s not coming until October.\n\n✓ MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ at a glance\n\nPre order date: June 15\nRelease date: June 23\nStarting price: from $1,699 (32GB RAM 1TB SSD model) or $1,799 on the official store\nWhat is it?: The latest Intel-powered MSI Claw handheld from MSI; a follow-up to the MSI Claw 8 AI+\nFeatures: Intel Arc G3 Extreme, up to 32GB / 1TB SSD, 8-inch 1920 x 1200 IPS 120Hz touchscreen\nLatest update: Pre-orders have gone live ahead of release day, and some retailers have already ran out of stock – many currently allow customers to sign up for email notifications\n\nMSI Claw 8 EX AI+ US retailers\nThe next-gen handheld was recently listed on the official MSI US store for $1,799.00, but is now out of stock. Alternative retailers (such as B&H) have been listing pre-orders at $100 cheaper. Many of these pre-orders have been fully booked, so you may see a ‘Notify Me’ prompt in the meantime. Be sure to keep checking back if you’re trying to secure one.\n\nPrime Day is coming — don’t miss the deals\n\n      Get ready for exclusive savings with Prime.\nAges 18–24 can get a 6-month Prime trial for $0\n\n      Start your Prime trial →\n    \n\nMSI storeMSI Claw 8 EX AI+AmazonMSI Claw 8 EX AI+NeweggMSI Claw 8 EX AI+B&HMSI Claw 8 EX AI+Best BuyMSI Claw 8 EX AI+\nMSI Claw 8 EX AI+ UK expected retailers\nWe’re yet to see pre-orders arrive in the UK, but here are a few retailers we’d recommend keeping an eye on. At the time of writing, it still hasn’t surfaced on the official store, either.\nMSI storeMSI Claw 8 EX AI+AmazonMSI Claw 8 EX AI+CurrysMSI Claw 8 EX AI+ScanMSI Claw 8 EX AI+\nMSI Claw 8 EX AI+ Canada expected retailers\nLike the UK, the new EX model hasn’t yet appeared on MSI’s official Canada storefront. However, we have spotted it on Amazon and on Best Buy for $2,049.99 CAD. We expect even more listings to be made available very soon.\nMSI storeMSI Claw 8 EX AI+AmazonMSI Claw 8 EX AI+Best BuyMSI Claw 8 EX AI+\n\nAre MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ pre orders available?\nPre-orders for the Claw 8 EX AI+ started showing up on June 15, but right now, many have reverted to ‘out of stock’. In the meantime, most retailers let you sign up for notifications when they make a return. We cannot say if pre-orders will be restocked in time for the June 23 launch – we’ll have to wait and see.\nEarly listings for the Intel-powered handheld first surfaced online even before its official announcement. We’re not far away from the official launch date, so if you have missed out on early pre-orders, there’s really not long to wait. However, given the availability so far, consumers may be stuck waiting around for stock to show up.\nHow much does the MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ cost?\nSince there is only one variant of the Claw 8 EX AI+ being listed online, there isn’t much comparison to do. Pricing below refers to the lowest price we’ve the Intel Arc G3 Extreme, 32GB, 1TB model in the US, UK, and Canada. There has been no sign of an Arc G3 non-Extreme model, nor different memory/storage variants so far, though ‘Launch Packs’ have previously been mentioned.\n\nfrom $1,699 USD\nfrom $2,049.99 CAD\nUK price unknown – £1,500 GBP rumored\n\nAbout the Author\n\nJack Goodall\n\n \n\nAt PC Guide, Jack is mostly responsible for reporting on hardware deals. 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