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ARC, the Indian gaming hardware brand, has introduced its first Android gaming handheld, the X1. The company has been working on the device for several months, and it is finally ready to make its debut.
ARC X1 Handheld Specifications
The X1 features a 7-inch, 1080p LCD screen with a 120Hz refresh rate and a standard 16:9 aspect ratio. Inside, the handheld is powered by the Snapdragon G2 Gen 2 chipset, paired with 8GB of memory and 128GB of internal storage.
If you need more space, there is a microSD card slot with support for up to 1TB of additional storage. ARC has also equipped the X1 with an active cooling system that uses a fan to draw cool air in from the back and exhaust hot air through vents at the top.
For the joysticks, ARC is using Tunnel Magnetoresistance (TMR) sensors. TMR is an alternative to the more common Hall-effect sticks, designed to avoid stick drift over time while using less power.
The face buttons and D-pad use microswitches, and the analog triggers have mechanical locks if you prefer a shorter pull distance for certain games. There are also two programmable buttons on the back of the grips, and dual linear resonant actuators (LRAs) handle the vibration feedback.
The X1 runs on OwlOS, which is based on the Android Open Source Project. It bypasses the usual touch-first Android home screen in favor of a unified launcher that aggregates native Android games, cloud streaming apps, and emulators. The software includes standard features for modern handhelds, such as per-game performance profiles, an FPS overlay, and a quick resume function.
The system is powered by a 9,300mAh battery. ARC says this can provide up to eight hours of playtime on the device’s lowest power setting, though actual battery life will vary depending on screen brightness and the specific game being played. It charges via a 27W USB-C connection and includes an 80% charge limit option to help preserve battery health over time.
The X1 weighs between 450 and 500 grams. ARC notes that the device is designed to be repairable, featuring a user-replaceable battery and analog sticks, along with modular internal boards. For connectivity, it includes Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.4, a standard headphone jack, and a USB-C port that supports external displays.
Pricing and Availability
The handheld will be available for early access orders starting October 2 at ₹29,500 ($308) if you’re on the company’s waitlist, while the general retail price is set at ₹33,500 ($349).
In related news, we have recently reviewed the Ayaneo Konkr Pocket Advance, a retro gaming handheld that offers unbeatable value for just $89.
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