AYANEO has confirmed the chipset inside its first smartphone, the AYANEO Pocket Play, which is a MediaTek Dimensity 9300, a flagship SoC that originally debuted in 2023. And while this was a top-tier chipset at the time, the choice is a bit odd, considering it’s now more than two years old, and newer options such as the Dimensity 9500 exist.
Design And Gaming-Focused Controls
The AYANEO Pocket Play leans heavily into its gaming identity with a distinctive slide-out section. You get a full set of physical controls, including a D-pad and ABXY buttons, plus a pair of touchpads that can double as joysticks for added flexibility. It has L1, L2, R1, and R2 shoulder buttons for the familiar controller layout.
Images from AYANEO’s official website also show a button which shows ST and SE, which could mean Start and Select, along with several other buttons which are hopefully, customizable.
Hardware Features and Availability
The AYANEO Pocket Play also features dual rear cameras, stereo speakers, and a USB-C port for charging and connectivity. It looks like it will be offered in black and white colors, giving users the option of either a stealthy or a more classic look.
Despite these detailed reveals, the company has yet to announce a firm launch timeline, though the official website says that the device is launching soon via Kickstarter.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What chipset powers the Ayaneo Pocket Play?
A: The Ayaneo Pocket Play uses MediaTek’s Dimensity 9300 chipset.
Q: Why is the Dimensity 9300 an unusual choice?
A: It launched in 2023 and, despite being a former flagship, is now more than two years old.
Q: What kind of gaming controls does the Pocket Play include?
A: It features a slide-out section with a D-pad, ABXY buttons, dual touchpads acting as joysticks, and L1, L2, R1, and R2 shoulder buttons.
Q: What other hardware features does the device offer?
A: It comes with dual rear cameras, stereo speakers, and a USB-C port.
Q: Is the launch date for the Pocket Play confirmed?
A: No, Ayaneo has not yet announced when the Pocket Play will be released.
Emman has been writing technical and feature articles since 2010. Prior to this, he became one of the instructors at Asia Pacific College in 2008, and eventually landed a job as Business Analyst and Technical Writer at Integrated Open Source Solutions for almost 3 years.
