We know this because Zotac is teasing the device, along with several other products that it plans on showcasing at the annual event. Details about the ZONE are sparse at the moment, though Zotac did reveal that it will boast a 7-inch AMOLED display with multi-touch support and a “high” refresh rate, which we suspect will shake out at 120Hz.
The only other detail Zotac is sharing at the moment is that the ZONE will employ 2-stage adjustable triggers “so gamers can bring their A game on the go.”
Zotac’s entrance into handheld gaming is notable not only because it represents the growing popularity of portable PC consoles, but also due to the company’s experience in developing miniature gaming PCs. The company’s been cranking out potent Zbox mini PCs for many years now, and it’s bringing that experience to an adjacent market segment.
“Leveraging Zotac Gaming’s passion for creating premium experiences and Zotac’s expertise in creating small and compact computing devices, this product marks the brand’s venture into an exciting category of product, imbued with the brand’s pure pursuit to elevate the gaming experience for enthusiasts worldwide,” Zotac says.
Zotac CEO Tony Wong added that the company made “considerable efforts to raise the bar with our debut handheld, tailor-made with competitive features for all gamers.” It will be interesting to see if the marketing hype translates into anything unique.