Dec 22, 2025 · After testing more than a dozen gaming handhelds, we found four standouts for console, PC and retro gamers.

Dec 23, 2025 · 2025 was a banner year for the best handheld gaming consoles. We saw new and updated systems from Asus, MSI and Lenovo. And these weren’t just spec bumps, as SteamOS …

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If you want a dedicated handheld console, you can buy a portable game console with a built-in screen, such as the well-known Nintendo Switch. Alternatively, you can turn your smartphone into a …

Nov 20, 2025 · Small, portable, and powerful, gaming handhelds are easy to throw in a bag and pull out on a train, on a plane, or even just out in the world, so you can play games without a bulky laptop …

Aug 1, 2025 · We know what's good and what's coming up. So with that said, these are the five handheld gaming devices we would recommend buying right now.

Nov 7, 2025 · To help you narrow things down, we’ve spent months researching the best handheld gaming consoles and testing several top contenders. Here are the ones we like the most right now.

Nov 25, 2025 · At CNET, I’ve reviewed mobile gaming and handhelds going back to the Nintendo 3DS and PlayStation Vita, through the launch of the iPhone and iPad, and up to the Switch 2 and Steam …

Dec 22, 2025 · Here are our favorite handheld gaming PCs, based on our testing and reviews.

Sep 30, 2025 · Handheld consoles are fantastic if you're looking to save money and still get a high-quality gaming experience, but that doesn't always mean they are cheaper than a home console.