The future of handheld gaming is looking strikingly three-dimensional. Abxylute, a name quickly gaining traction in the gaming hardware space, has solidified the final specifications for its highly ambitious 3D One handheld gaming PC. The details were unveiled during a comprehensive "Ask Me Anything" (AMA) session held on the company's official Discord server, painting a clear picture of a device that aims to push the boundaries of portable play.
Scheduled to launch this November on Kickstarter, the 3D One is poised to be one of the most unique entrants in the crowded handheld market, boasting a glasses-free 3D display powered by sophisticated eye-tracking technology.
From CES Prototype to Consumer Reality
The 3D One’s lineage can be traced directly to the intriguing Tencent Sunday Dragon prototype that turned heads at CES 2025. Abxylute has taken that foundational concept and refined it into a consumer-ready product. The centerpiece of the device is its stunning 10.95-inch 3D LCD display, which features a sharp 2,560 x 1,600 resolution and a buttery-smooth 120 Hz refresh rate.
The magic of its autostereoscopic 3D effect—meaning no special glasses are required—is achieved through a combination of this advanced LCD and a 180 Hz eye-tracking camera. This system works in tandem to project distinct images to each eye, creating a convincing sense of depth and dimension for games, movies, and images.
Power Under the Hood: Intel Core Ultra and Expandable Storage
Underneath its innovative display, the Abxylute 3D One is a fully-fledged Windows 11 PC, packing hardware that rivals modern ultrabooks. At its heart is the Intel Core Ultra 7 258V “Lunar Lake” CPU, an 8-core, 8-thread processor designed specifically for efficient yet powerful mobile computing. This is paired with a generous 32 GB of LPDDR5x RAM and a 1 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD in the 2280 form factor, ensuring both speedy load times and the potential for user upgrades down the line.
The device features three user-selectable power modes. In its highest performance setting, the system operates at a 30-watt TDP, drawing from a substantial 50 Wh (nominal) li-ion battery. For connectivity, the 3D One is well-equipped with Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, a USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 port, a USB-C port, and a Thunderbolt 4 port. It also includes a 5 MP webcam, a 1 MP Windows Hello camera for facial recognition, a 3.5 mm audio jack, and a microSD card slot for additional storage.
How the 3D Gaming Experience Works
Abxylute is tackling the classic "chicken and egg" problem of 3D content with a two-pronged approach. For native 3D games, the experience will be plug-and-play. For the vast library of existing 2D titles, the 3D One uses real-time conversion software to add a depth effect.
However, this isn't a one-size-fits-all solution. The company has explained that to ensure a high-quality, artifact-free 3D effect, its engineers must individually examine and tailor the conversion process for each game's specific engine. The goal is to have 50 top-tier games fully optimized and reviewed for the 3D effect by the time the device launches. For other media like movies and photos, a dedicated 3D button on the device will trigger an AI-powered 2D-to-3D auto-conversion for an instant effect.
The company has committed to continuously tuning its 3D display software post-launch to add support for more game titles. For those looking to join the conversation and get updates straight from the source, the official Abxylute Discord server is the place to be.
eGPU Support and Early Bird Perks
A notable revelation from the AMA concerns external GPU support. While the Thunderbolt port does allow users to connect an eGPU for a desktop-level graphics boost, Abxylute confirmed that converting the 2D output from an eGPU into a 3D image on the handheld's display is currently not possible. The team is actively investigating a solution, but it remains a technical hurdle for the initial release.
For early adopters, Abxylute is offering a compelling VIP incentive. Users who place a refundable $150 deposit before the Kickstarter campaign goes live will have the opportunity to purchase the 3D One for the special price of $1,299. This represents a significant $200 saving off the planned $1,499 Kickstarter price. As an added bonus, these VIP backers will also receive a free Abxylute C6 wireless game controller.
Shipping Timeline and Final Notes
As with any crowdfunded project, timelines and specifics are subject to change. Abxylute's current production plan aims to ship a limited first batch of approximately 80 units before the end of this year. The remainder of the initial production run is promised to ship in a second batch in the first few months of 2026.
The Abxylute 3D One is shaping up to be a bold and fascinating experiment in handheld gaming. By combining robust PC hardware with a glasses-free 3D display, it offers a value proposition unlike any other device on the market. Interested gamers can sign up for more information on the company's website to stay updated on the November Kickstarter launch.
As a reminder, all details pertaining to Kickstarter projects are subject to change, and backing a project involves inherent risks. Readers are encouraged to perform their own due diligence.
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